Nigeria Hit by 4,000 Weekly Cyberattacks: How to Stay Safe
Nigeria faces over 4,000 cyberattacks weekly, losing billions annually. Learn how to protect your devices and data from rising threats.
Category : Cybersecurity
Nigeria Records 281,500 Leaked Accounts in Q1 2026
Nigeria ranked 34th globally with 281,500 leaked accounts in Q1 2026. Surfshark report shows 24.1 million compromised accounts since 2004, with 54% at risk of account takeover.
Lady Proposes Mandatory Cybersecurity Skill for All
A lady went viral on X, advocating for basic cybersecurity education to be mandatory for everyone, citing frequent account breaches and online threats.
Complaint Filed Against LinkedIn Over User Data Access
Noyb filed a complaint in Austria against LinkedIn for allegedly failing to provide users full access to their personal data, violating GDPR. The group seeks a fine and compliance.
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Kled AI Suspends Nigeria Services Over Fraud
Kled AI, a US data firm, has blocked Nigeria after detecting 95% fraud rate in user uploads, paying out thousands of dollars to fraudsters before suspension.
Blogger Remanded in DSS Custody Over Cybercrime
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court Abuja remanded blogger Chidiebere Mark, known as 'Justice Crack', in DSS custody over alleged false publication and cybercrime offences.
NDPC Hosts African Peers for Cross-Border Data Security
Nigeria hosts African data protection regulators in Abuja to enhance cross-border data security, led by NDPC with World Bank support, focusing on implementation and digital sovereignty.
QCSS Launches Platform to Close Cybersecurity Visibility Gap
QCSS launches Exposure Intelligence Platform to help organizations understand digital exposure across interconnected systems, addressing the cybersecurity visibility gap.
NDPC Hosts African Peers for Cross-Border Data Security Talks
Nigeria's NDPC hosts African data protection regulators in Abuja to strengthen cross-border data security, enforcement, and trust under AfCFTA.
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DSS Arraigns Mark for Cybercrime, Trial May 25
The DSS arraigned Chidiebere Justice Mark, known as Justice Crack, for cybercrime over a viral video alleging inadequate feeding of Nigerian Army personnel. Trial set for May 25.
FG Warns of Rising DDoS Attacks on Critical Infrastructure
The Federal Government warns Nigerians of escalating DDoS attacks, with over 4,000 weekly cyber-attacks pushing for data localisation and stricter compliance.
Weak enforcement exposes Nigerians to data breaches
A cybersecurity expert warns that weak enforcement of data protection laws in Nigeria leaves institutions and individuals vulnerable to rising cyberattacks and data breaches.
First-Class Cyber Security Student Trends with Certificate Photo
A Nigerian student graduates with first-class honours in Cyber Security and Digital Forensics, sharing his certificate online, sparking widespread admiration.
Rising Internet Use Among Nigerian Children Sparks Safety Concerns
Growing internet use among Nigerian children raises safety concerns. The NCC has issued guidelines to protect kids online, emphasizing parental vigilance and digital literacy.
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EFCC: 60% of Nigerian Students Involved in Cybercrime
EFCC Chairman Olanipekun Olukoyede has alarmed that about six out of every ten Nigerian university students are involved in cybercrime, calling it a serious threat to national development.
Iranian Hackers Leak Data of 2,379 US Marines in Middle East
Iran-linked Handala Hack Team leaks personal details of thousands of US Marines in the Persian Gulf, issuing threats and warning of drone strikes.
Court Launches E-Filing System in Lagos to Speed Up Justice
Federal High Court launches e-filing system in Lagos to promote speedy, transparent justice. Chief Judge Tsoho says digital reform is essential for efficiency.
CRMI Backs CBN Digital Payment Security, Urges Compliance
The Chartered Risk Management Institute of Nigeria supports CBN's new digital payment security measures, calling for stricter compliance to combat fraud and identity theft.
AI Scams Evade Crackdown in Nigeria via Facebook Ads
Scammers use AI and Facebook ads to impersonate Nigerian public figures, promising huge earnings. Authorities struggle to curb the surge as Meta profits from fraudulent ads.
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US Soldier Arrested for Insider Bets on Maduro Capture
Master Sergeant Gannon Ken Van Dyk is accused of using classified information to place bets on the operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, earning over $400,000.
CAC Mandates Password Reset and 2FA for iCRP Users
CAC requires all iCRP users to reset passwords and enable Two-Factor Authentication after a cybersecurity breach. Steps and support provided.
NCS Urges Global Action Against Transnational Crime Networks
The Nigeria Customs Service emphasizes the need for international collaboration to address evolving security threats like narcotics trafficking and terrorism financing at a global security summit.
Nigeria Records 4,200 Weekly Cyber-Attacks Amid Digital Growth
Nigeria is experiencing an average of 4,200 cyber-attacks weekly, linked to its growing digital economy, with the CBN warning about hacking attempts on personal accounts.
CBN Warns of Cyber Hack Attempts After CAC Attack
The Central Bank of Nigeria alerts the public to rising cyber hack attempts, urging vigilance against fraudulent messages and emails falsely claiming to be from the bank to protect personal accounts.
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ASF France Urges Action on CAC Data Breach Exposing Entrepreneurs
Avocats Sans Frontières France calls for accountability and protection following a large-scale data breach at Nigeria's Corporate Affairs Commission, compromising sensitive entrepreneur data.
Analyst Questions INEC's Forensic Investigation of Chairman's X Account
A cybersecurity analyst has disputed INEC's forensic investigation that cleared Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan of owning a controversial X account, citing flaws in evidence and methodology.
CBN and NCC Partner to Fight Digital Fraud in Nigeria
The Central Bank of Nigeria and Nigerian Communications Commission have signed a comprehensive MoU to strengthen fraud controls, enhance consumer protection, and secure Nigeria's digital economy through coordinated regulatory action.
CIBN Hit by 250GB Data Breach, Banker Data Exposed
The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria is reportedly at the center of a major cybersecurity incident, with 250GB of sensitive data allegedly leaked online, including personal and institutional information of banking professionals.
Hackers Threaten Election Data, Target Govt and Banks
A ransomware group, ByteToBreach, has attacked Nigerian agencies like CAC and banks, stealing sensitive data and demanding ransom, raising fears for election security ahead of 2027.
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Lagos Launches Cybersecurity Guidelines to Enhance Digital Safety
The Lagos State Government has released new Cybersecurity Guidelines to strengthen digital protection for businesses, institutions, and residents, aiming to combat cybercrime losses exceeding $500 million annually in Nigeria.
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