The UK Ministry of Defence has released a comprehensive list of prohibited social media posts for 2026, targeting offensive language, misinformation, and political bias to ensure safe online engagement.
The Nigerian Communications Commission unveils the Telecommunications Identity Risk Management System to verify and block fraudulent mobile numbers, targeting financial crimes and identity theft.
A New Mexico jury has ordered Meta Platforms to pay $375 million for misleading users about platform safety and enabling child exploitation, marking a landmark legal ruling against the tech giant.
The National Identity Management Commission has issued a warning about a fake online flyer claiming a free NIN data correction portal. The agency urges citizens to use only the official modification channel.
The UNODC Country Representative links organized crime, illicit cash flows, and corruption to violent extremism in Nigeria, calling for coordinated strategies to combat technology-enabled threats.
A PwC report reveals Nigerians lost approximately N12.5 billion to telecom-related fraud from 2019 to 2023, highlighting AI's dual role as both threat and shield in combating scams.
Akin Adegoke, Chief Digital Officer at Lotus Bank, explains how recycled phone numbers linked to bank accounts create fraud risks and calls for coordinated action between banks and telecom operators to strengthen Nigeria's digital banking security.
A new report reveals that 8 million Nigerian Telegram users face escalating cyber threats, with criminal networks adapting quickly to enforcement despite record takedowns.
Emmanuel Olorunnisola, a Nigerian cybersecurity expert, has been named a finalist for the 2026 Cyber Security Leader of the Year award, selected from over 50 countries for his work in AI and quantum strategy.
Cybersecurity expert Opeyemi Alao highlights hidden risks in multi-cloud systems, advocating for a Zero Trust framework to prevent lateral movement and enhance security across platforms like AWS and Azure.
The Nigeria Police Force has filed charges against two suspects for allegedly creating a fraudulent platform to spread false claims about Moniepoint Microfinance Bank, promising ₦500,000 rewards and impersonating a social media influencer.
The Nigeria Police have filed a criminal charge against two suspects for cyberstalking Moniepoint Microfinance Bank, with the case adjourned to April 27 after their absence in court.
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission has issued a strong warning to content creators against filming unsuspecting citizens without consent, citing violations of constitutional privacy rights and threatening sanctions under the NDPA.
A 60-year-old British tourist arrested in Dubai for filming Iranian missile strikes faces up to two years in prison on cybercrime charges, highlighting strict UAE social media laws.
The FBI has issued an urgent alert about a potential Iranian drone attack targeting California from an offshore vessel, amid escalating tensions following U.S. military actions.
Qatar's interior ministry has detained over 300 individuals for circulating videos and misleading information during recent Iranian missile strikes, as Gulf nations tighten cybercrime enforcement.
A comprehensive step-by-step guide on protecting yourself from harassment by digital lenders in Nigeria, including how to report abusive apps and gather evidence.
As online scams in Nigeria grow more sophisticated with AI, fraudsters use deep fakes, cloned bank sites, and fake relief offers. Learn the top 5 tactics and essential safety tips to protect your money and identity in 2026.
Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo has filed a lawsuit against activist Emorioloye Owolemi for alleged cyberstalking via Facebook. The case, set for hearing on March 26, involves charges under the amended Cybercrimes Act.
A viral social media post falsely claimed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was killed in a drone strike. Fact-checking confirms he remains alive and in office.
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested Shafiu Usman, the alleged mastermind behind the deadly attack on First ECWA Church in Kogi State on December 14, 2025.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has apprehended 12 suspected illegal immigrants from Mali in Ilorin, Kwara State, following a public tip-off. The operation recovered phones, passports, and other items as investigations continue.
A major Interpol-led operation across 16 African countries has resulted in 651 arrests and the recovery of over $4.3 million, targeting high-yield investment scams and mobile fraud linked to $45 million in losses.
The Department of State Services will arraign former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai on February 25 for alleged cybercrime and national security breach involving wiretapping the NSA's phone.
An investigation reveals Jeffrey Epstein and former Israeli PM Ehud Barak exploited Nigeria's security gaps to market surveillance tech, leading to port and cyber deals with high-level political access.
A Nigerian national, Matthew A. Akande, has been sentenced to eight years in a US prison for hacking tax firms, filing over 1,000 fake returns, and stealing over $1.3 million in refunds through a phishing scheme.
A Nigerian man, Nnayi, shares his journey from potential hardship in Nigeria to success as a cybersecurity expert in Ireland, urging youths to seek opportunities abroad for a better future.
A DSS operative testified in court that suspects in the 2022 Owo church massacre were funded, armed, and mobilized by ISWAP, revealing details of meetings, weapons, and financial transactions.
Garbon's government has suspended all social media platforms indefinitely, citing unauthorized data disclosure, false information spread, and cyberbullying as key reasons behind the ban.
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission has launched an investigation into Temu for potential breaches of data protection laws, focusing on user privacy and compliance issues affecting millions of Nigerians.