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AI-Driven Malware ‘DeepLoad’ Threatens Nigerian Banks, Agencies — NITDA

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Agency says dangerous malware steals passwords, banking details and sensitive documents while evading traditional antivirus systems. THE National Information Technology Development Agency has issued a warning over a dangerous artificial intelligence-powered malware identified as “DeepLoad,” which is reportedly targeting government institutions, financial organisations, businesses and individual users across Nigeria. In a security advisory released through […]

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Cyber Fraud Ring Targeting 2026 UTME Busted In Delta State

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Authorities launch investigations into additional centres as JAMB withdraws results from affected examination locations. THE Nigeria Police Force, in collaboration with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, has uncovered and dismantled a sophisticated examination malpractice syndicate allegedly involved in technology-driven fraud during the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in Delta State. The operation was […]

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Fraud Calls Explode As Nigeria Becomes Africa’s Most Spammed Country

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Nigeria Tops Africa’s Spam Call Rankings NIGERIA has emerged as the most spammed country in Africa, raising fresh concerns over cyber fraud, digital insecurity, and the growing sophistication of telecom-related scams targeting millions of mobile phone users. The development comes amid reports of a sharp increase in fraudulent calls, robocalls, identity theft attempts, and social […]

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White House Alleges Chinese Firms Running Mass AI Theft Campaigns

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Fresh Tensions in Global AI Race THE United States has escalated concerns over artificial intelligence competition after the White House accused foreign entities, mainly in China, of systematically attempting to copy breakthroughs made by US AI companies. The allegation appeared in a memo from Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Kratsios, who said the administration […]

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Apex Bank Raises Cyber Fraud Alarm, Urges Public Vigilance

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CBN Issues Fresh Fraud Alert THE Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has warned members of the public against fraudulent messages, fake emails and suspicious online links falsely presented as official communications from the apex bank. In a public advisory, the CBN said cybercriminals are circulating deceptive content designed to mislead Nigerians, steal personal information and […]

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Forensic Report On INEC Chairman Triggers Fresh Credibility Debate

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New Controversy Around Electoral Credibility A fresh political and technological debate has emerged after a forensic report reportedly cleared the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, of allegations linked to controversial online activity. The report, which became public amid growing scrutiny of the electoral body, has generated mixed reactions among […]

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Spyware, Password-Stealing Malware Surge in Nigeria, Kaspersky Warns

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Spyware and Password Stealers Lead Malware Growth GLOBAL cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has raised alarm over a significant rise in data-stealing malware targeting users in Nigeria, warning that spyware and password-stealing programs recorded the fastest growth among cyber threats in 2025. According to the company’s latest telemetry data, spyware attacks in Nigeria increased by 28 per […]

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Global Cybercrime Crackdown Nets 94 Suspects Across Nigeria, 71 Other Countries

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Global Operation Targets Cybercrime Networks AN international cybercrime operation coordinated by INTERPOL has dismantled more than 45,000 malicious IP addresses and servers linked to phishing, ransomware and malware attacks, leading to the arrest of 94 suspects across Nigeria and 71 other countries and territories. The law enforcement operation, codenamed Operation Synergia III, ran for six […]

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Cyberbullying Allegation: DSS Detains Journalist After NUPRC Corruption Campaign

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Arrest Sparks Controversy THE arrest of Delta-born journalist and Niger Delta activist, Iteveh Nur’ Ekpokpobe, by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) has sparked controversy and concern among civil society groups and rights advocates. Ekpokpobe was reportedly arrested in Abuja on 4 February alongside his lawyer, Onyishi Chukwuemeka, over allegations of cyberbullying allegedly […]

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Microsoft 365 Phishing Ring Hit As Nigeria Arrests Key Suspect

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By TOSI ORE Nigerian Police Arrest Alleged Microsoft Phishing Kingpin NIGERIA’S cybercrime authorities have arrested three individuals in connection with phishing attacks targeting Microsoft 365 users, including the alleged creator of the RaccoonO365 phishing-as-a-service platform. The Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre said the arrests followed months of investigation carried out with support from Microsoft […]

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