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Cybercriminal Hacks Enugu State Government System, Steals Over ₦1 Billion

A cybercriminal recently hacked into the Enugu State Government’s financial system and stole a huge sum of ₦1,097,700,300. This shocking incident has raised concerns about cyber security in public institutions. Quick Police Action The Nigeria Police Force-National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) quickly stepped in to track the hacker and recover the stolen money. Their efforts ensured […]

Osun: Adeleke’s second term bid re-ignites war of words between PDP, APC

The political rivalry in Osun State is intensifying as the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) clash over Governor Ademola Adeleke’s second term bid. Recently, the Osun State chapter of the PDP responded to the APC’s criticism of Adeleke’s endorsements for re-election. Sunday Bisi, the Osun PDP Chairman, dismissed the APC’s […]

Audit report uncovers N515bn infractions in NNPCL transactions

An audit report from Nigeria’s Office of the Auditor-General has uncovered a troubling financial situation at the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) in 2021, with irregularities amounting to N515 billion. This investigation sheds light on how the company handled funds, pointing out several mismanagement issues during the year. The report details four major infractions. […]

Risk of HMPV infection in Nigeria moderate. FG monitoring the developments – NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced that the risk of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infection in Nigeria is currently considered moderate. The virus, which was first discovered in the Netherlands in 2001, causes symptoms similar to the common cold or flu, such as coughing, fever, nasal congestion, and tiredness. It has an incubation […]

UK Hospital declares critical incident over ‘exceptionally high’ flu cases

Hospitals in the UK are under immense strain due to a dramatic rise in flu cases and respiratory illnesses. Royal Liverpool Hospital has declared a critical incident, reporting an unprecedented number of flu patients and Emergency Department (A&E) wait times of up to 50 hours. The hospital described the situation as “extremely busy,” with staff […]

US congress certifies Donald Trump’s electoral victory

The U.S. Congress has officially certified Donald Trump as the winner of the 2024 presidential election, clearing the way for him to take office on January 20. During a Monday session led by Vice President Kamala Harris, who was defeated in the November election, the Electoral College results were formally confirmed. Trump won 312 electoral […]