31 h. ago Cyberattack hits MTN, user data exposed in some regions, Nigeria untouched

By Chinenye Anuforo A cybersecurity incident has targeted MTN Group, leading to unauthorized access of personal information belonging to some customers across certain markets. The telecom giant, however, assures that its main operational structures, including network, billing, and financial platforms, are secure and fully functioning. The company also confirmed that its Nigerian operations were not […] The post Cyberattack hits MTN, user data exposed in some regions, Nigeria untouched appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Dreadlocks Order: Gov Bago Reverses Self After Public Outrage

Less than 24 hours after directing security agents to arrest individuals wearing dreadlocks in Minna, the state capital, Niger State governor, Umar Bago said those with businesses and investment are welcomed into the state. The Niger State governor had on Tuesday at a stakeholders’ security meeting at the Government House in Minna, ordered security operatives […]

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3 d. ago Anybody found with dreadlocks in Niger should be arrested – Governor Bago

Governor Umar Bago of Niger State has directed security operatives to arrest individuals with dreadlocks in Minna, the state capital, read more Anybody found with dreadlocks in Niger should be arrested – Governor Bago

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4 d. ago IGP Rejigs Police Mobile Force, Withdraws Personnel From Unauthorised Duties

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the immediate reorganisation of the Police Mobile Force (PMF) as part of efforts to strengthen internal security and enhance operational readiness. The directive was unveiled during a conference with PMF Squadron Commanders at the Force Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday. A statement signed by the Force […]

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6 d. ago President Federation Cup: NFF Unveils Venues, Dates For Quater

Nigeria Football Federation, (NFF) has announced venues and dates for the quater-final of the President Federation Cup. Plateau United and Rangers will clash at the Area 3 Stadium in Abuja. The encounter between Akwa United and Kwara United will be played at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu Abakaliki FC abd Nasarawa United will lock […]

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6 d. ago Operation Udo Ga Achi has stemmed criminality in Anambra –Ogidi monarch

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The traditional ruler of Ogidi community in Idemili North LGA of Anambra State, Igwe Alexander Onyido, has stated that the launch of the special security architecture codenamed Operation Udo Ga Achi/Agunechemba by the Chukwuma Soludo administration has stemmed the tide of criminality in the state thereby making the residents feel much […] The post Operation Udo Ga Achi has stemmed criminality in Anambra –Ogidi monarch appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Kogi clarifies security operations in western senatorial districts

The Sun The Kogi State government has provided details on recent security operations in Mopamuro, Kabba/Bunu, Ijumu, and Lokoja Local Government Areas. The operations, conducted by a combined team of security agencies, targeted criminal elements threatening the state’s peace. Security forces engaged bandits in intense gunfire, disrupting their activities. “The camps of the bandits suffered […] The post Kogi clarifies security operations in western senatorial districts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Full list of phones that WhatsApp will no longer work on in May 2025

Users of older mobile phones will no longer be able to access WhatsApp from May 5, 2025, as the messaging platform phases out support for select devices. This move is part of Meta’s ongoing efforts to maintain security and ensure optimal performance across newer hardware and operating systems. The decision will affect both WhatsApp and Read More

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1 week ago Security challenges affecting our operations, says Customs Comptroller General, Bash

Auctions 500 jerrycans, two drums of PMS seized from smugglers in Niger From John Adams Minna The Nigerian Customs Service has expressed great concern over the growing security challenges, especially in parts of the north, saying that the activities of bandits and other insurgents is hampering its operations. The Comptroller General of the Customs Service, […] The post Security challenges affecting our operations, says Customs Comptroller General, Bash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Investors rage: Police, Amotekun take over CBEX office in Oyo

Members of the Nigeria Police and Western Nigeria Security Network, codenamed Operation Amotekun, took over the CBEX office at Oke-Ado in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Tuesday. This action followed the invasion of the online financial platform by some customers on Monday evening, allegedly over the loss of investments running into millions of naira. Our correspondent’s Read More

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1 week ago Return home for Easter celebration, Police assures on security in Anambra

As security agencies launch operation zero kidnapping and other violent crimes   From Aloysius Attah and Emmanuel Uzor, Awka   The Police in Anambra state has given the assurance of adequate security and preparedness of the command in Anambra to protect the citizens as Easter celebration gets underway. Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, Ikioye […] The post Return home for Easter celebration, Police assures on security in Anambra appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Zulum Orders Prosecution Of Man In Viral Video Molesting Minor

Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has ordered the immediate prosecution of Bukar Modu, a man shown in a disturbing viral video allegedly molesting a minor (Bashir Gaji). Following the governor’s directive, Bukar Modu was arrested by the security operatives on Saturday night at Umarari in Maiduguri. Zulum gave the prosecution order on Sunday when […]

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1 week ago FG bans unregistered digital asset exchanges, online forex platforms

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The newly enacted Investments and Securities Act, 2025 (ISA 2025) has made it illegal to operate digital asset exchanges or online foreign exchange trading platforms without formal registration with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Signed into law by President Bola Tinubu, ISA 2025 significantly strengthens the regulatory framework governing Nigeria’s […] The post FG bans unregistered digital asset exchanges, online forex platforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Local Security Agents Nab Another Four Armed Travellers In Edo, Recover Firearms

Operatives of Edo State Security Network, have arrested four suspected armed travellers in Benin area of the State. In a statement on Saturday by Spokesman for the state’s Police Command, Moses Yamu, identified the suspects as Yusuf Abdulkarim, Mujaheed Garba, Shittu Idris, and Jamilu Habibu. Yamu noted that the arrested individuals were intercepted at Ikpoba […] The post Local Security Agents Nab Another Four Armed Travellers In Edo, Recover Firearms appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Zulum Offers House, Scholarship To Minor Molested In Viral Video

Borno State governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has ordered the immediate prosecution of Bukar Modu, a man shown in a disturbing viral video allegedly molesting a minor, Bashir Gaji. Following the governor’s directive, Bukar Modu was arrested by security operatives on Saturday night at Umarari in Maiduguri, the state capital. Zulum gave the prosecution order on […]

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2 w. ago Security operatives kill five bandits, arrest three informants in Katsina

The Katsina State Police Command, in collaboration with the military, the Department of State Services, members of the Katsina State Community Watch Corps, and the vigilantes have killed five and arrested three bandits in the Dandume Local Government Area of the state. This is contained in a statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer DSP Read More

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2 w. ago Security Agents Kill 5 Suspected Bandits, Arrest 3 Informants In Katsina

The Katsina State Police Command in partnership with the military, Department of State Services (DSS), Katsina State Community Watch Corps (KSCWC), and local vigilantes have killed five suspected bandits and arrested three suspected informants during coordinated security operations. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, DSP Abubakar Sadiq Aliyu, in a press statement disclosed […]

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2 w. ago 1 Bandit Killed As Security Agents Rescue 10 Kidnap Victims In Katsina

One bandit was neutralised as security agents rescued 10 abducted victims during a coordinated operation in Musawa local government area of Katsina State. The victims comprising six women and four men were abducted from the communities of Kiroro, Kabbi, and Dogon Marke by armed bandits. According to a statement by Katsina Commissioner for Internal Security […]

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2 w. ago Security operatives rescue 10 kidnap victims, kill 1 bandit in Katsina 

Katsina State Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs announced that joint security operatives have rescued 10 kidnapped victims including six women and four men who were abducted from Kiroro, Kabbi, and Dogon Marke communities, Musawa Local Government Area of the state by armed bandits on Tuesday. A statement by the Commissioner of Internal Security Read More

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2 w. ago How military operation facilitated Gen. Tsiga’s release – DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has faulted the claims that military generals contributed money to secure the release of retired Brig.-Gen. read more How military operation facilitated Gen. Tsiga’s release – DHQ

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