A Federal High Court has ruled that all Point of Sale agents in Nigeria must register with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission to ensure compliance with data privacy laws, affecting thousands of agents.
The U.S. announces new global visa restrictions targeting cybercriminals and their immediate family members, effective immediately, to combat cyber threats.
NITDA warns that fragmented government cyber defences leave Nigeria vulnerable to sophisticated attacks, urging unified strategy.
Kenya's Ministry of Information confirms a cybersecurity incident on the presidential website. Access was restricted for forensic investigation, but government systems remain secure.
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has assumed control of Nigeria's Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) from NITDA, enhancing digital identity security and sovereignty.
Cybersecurity has become the new capital of modern banking, with financial institutions investing heavily to protect assets and maintain trust in the digital age.
Ecobank warns customers about fraudsters using fake mobile apps to steal banking credentials and OTPs. Download apps only from official stores.
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State says state police will tackle insecurity by giving governors real authority as chief security officers, speaking at the Arise News Town Hall Summit in Abuja.
INTERPOL's Operation First Light 2026 arrested 5,811 suspects and seized $293 million in illicit assets across 97 countries, targeting online scams and money laundering.
The CBN alerts Nigerians to fraudulent messages falsely claiming to be from the bank, aimed at stealing personal data. Tips to avoid scams and steps for victims are provided.
The FBI warns that a new phishing platform called Kali365 targets Microsoft 365 users, exploiting the device code sign-in process to bypass passwords and multifactor authentication.
Abia State intensifies flood preparedness with grassroots sensitisation, targeting 27 high-risk states per NIHSA and NiMet predictions, aiming to reduce disaster impact.
Nigeria plans to deploy drones, AI, and real-time intelligence for a Smart Border Management System to seal 1,497 illegal routes and enhance security.
Concerns over a possible cybersecurity breach on the Nigeria Education Management Information System (NEMIS), raising questions about data security.
A suspected cyberattack targets Nigeria's Education Management Information System (NEMIS), raising security concerns over the centralized education database.
NiRA convenes leaders to push for digital independence, revealing Nigeria loses $850m yearly by not leveraging .ng. Senators propose mandating .ng for JAMB, businesses, and loans.
TikTok removed over 4 million videos in Nigeria in Q4 2025 for violating guidelines, with 99.9% proactively taken down before being reported.
OpenAI introduces lockdown mode, a security feature that restricts web access and capabilities to prevent data exfiltration via prompt injection attacks.
Wema Bank has temporarily paused all communications on its X account to protect customers from fraudulent accounts and impersonation, urging clients to use other official channels.
Abdullateef Abdulsalam, cybersecurity analyst at GTBank UK, founder of Fa3Tech, shares his journey from IT support to building free cyber tools for underserved organisations.
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission and Meta have launched a two-year campaign to promote data privacy awareness and strengthen regulatory capacity across the country.
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission and Meta launch M-SIDP, a two-year program to enhance data safeguards for Nigerian users following a 2025 court-approved settlement.
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The NDLEA intercepted a truck carrying over 320,000 tramadol capsules concealed under building materials in Taraba, and arrested a 75-year-old suspect in Ebonyi during nationwide operations.
Dangote Cement enhances transport safety with AI, telematics, and driver training. FRSC reports 56% decline in crashes involving its trucks.
The Security Skills Development Company (SSDC) releases 2026 Security Outlook, highlighting cyber threats, internal risks, and election-related instability as key concerns for Nigerian businesses ahead of 2027 elections.
NIMC warns Nigerians about a fraudulent social media post offering free NIN corrections, calling it a phishing scheme to steal personal data.
Nigeria's government announces plans to establish a National Cybersecurity Council to enhance coordination, resilience, and support for the digital economy amid rising cyber threats.
Digital Encode Limited warns of widespread cybersecurity flaws in Nigeria, citing preventable misconfigurations and credential exposure as key causes of recent breaches.
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INEC confirms internal personnel leaked confidential voter data of actor-turned-politician Emeka Ike, sparking nationwide outrage over data privacy and electoral integrity.
The FBI warns football fans of fake FIFA websites ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Scammers steal personal data and sell fake tickets. Stay safe by using official sites.