Summits & The Tech Beat
Cybersecurity Experts Gather for ISSAN Annual Conference
Leading cybersecurity experts will converge in Nigeria for the Information Security Society of Africa – Nigeria's (ISSAN) Annual Cybersecurity Conference on November…
Elections
INEC Seeks UK Support for 2027 Elections: Focus on Cybersecurity, Technology, and Voter Education
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for support from the UK in preparing for the 2027 general elections, with a focus on cybersecurity, technology, and voter…
Business
Binance Boosts AI Security After $6.34 Billion Cyberattack Linked to North Korea
Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, has attributed a $6.34 billion cyberattack to North Korea and announced measures to bolster its artificial intelligence security.
AI
Nigeria Customs Service Deploys AI to Tackle Fake News and Online Scams
The Nigeria Customs Service has deployed an Artificial Intelligence (AI) system to combat the proliferation of fake news and online scams, according to Nigeria Technology.
Government
NIS Directs Personnel to Eliminate Delays, Report Cyber Threats
The Comptroller General of Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nanna Nandap, has instructed personnel to address delays and enhance digital security.
Business
Binance Reserves $6.34 Billion to Cover Stolen Assets after Cyberattack – CEO
The CEO of Binance, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), has announced a $6.34 billion fund to cover assets stolen in a recent cyberattack, according to Premium Times Nigeria.
Nigeria
Nigerian Navy Triumphs at 2026 National MDAs Cyber Drill Championship
The Nigerian Navy emerged victorious at the 2026 National MDAs Cyber Drill Championship, demonstrating their cybersecurity prowess.
Finance
Half of Nigeria’s Financial Institutions Prepared for Data Localisation Deadline, CBN Reveals
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has disclosed that about 57% of financial institutions in the country are prepared for the implementation of data localisation by the January…
Crime & Justice
EFCC Strengthens Cybersecurity to Combat Financial Crimes
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken steps to improve its digital systems to combat financial crimes, according to an official statement.
Crime & Justice
ACAMB Urges Nigerian Bank Customers to Protect Sensitive Information Against Phishing Scams
The Association of Banks in Nigeria (ACAMB) has warned bank customers about the rise of phishing scams and urged them to safeguard their sensitive financial information.
Elections
NITDA Issues Alert on AI Manipulation Ahead of 2027 Elections
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has raised concerns about the potential use of AI-powered misinformation and deepfakes in the upcoming 2027 elections.
Elections
Microsoft to Limit AI-Generated Images of Political Candidates for 2027 Elections
Microsoft has announced plans to restrict the use of AI-generated images for political candidates ahead of the 2027 elections, according to Premium Times Nigeria.
Abuja
Police Arrest Man for Alleged Online Fraud: 25 Phones, Many ATM Cards Recovered
In a recent development in the fight against cybercrime, the police have arrested a man suspected of online fraud and recovered numerous items.
