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NDPC Launches Probe into UNILAG, Lotus Bank Over Unauthorized Student Data Usage
The NDPC has opened a formal investigation into the University of Lagos, Lotus Bank, and Hackerbella Ltd regarding allegations of unauthorized use of student data for opening bank accounts.
August 13, 2026
Nigeria Data Protection Commission Launches Probe into UNILAG and Lotus Bank
The NDPC has started a forensic investigation into UNILAG, Lotus Bank, and Hackerbella Ltd regarding claims that student data was misused to open unauthorized bank accounts.
August 12, 2026
Atiku Abubakar reports unauthorized access to private bank account details
Atiku Abubakar has alerted authorities to an unauthorized transaction in his private account, questioning how an unknown sender accessed his confidential banking information.
August 7, 2026
The Disconnect Between Nigeria’s National Identity Claims and Public Reality
Despite the NIMC's declaration that Nigeria's digital identity system is fully integrated, citizens and experts highlight persistent bureaucracy, redundant data collection, and significant data discrepancies.
July 25, 2026
Do released documents substantiate Trump’s assertions regarding election integrity?
An analysis of recently declassified intelligence files suggests they do not provide evidence that election interference altered the results of past US presidential contests.
July 17, 2026
Discrepancy remains between Nigeria’s official identity claims and citizen reality
While the National Identity Management Commission claims Nigeria's fragmented identity systems are a thing of the past, citizens and experts argue that persistent administrative hurdles and data inconsistencies suggest otherwise.
July 15, 2026
Ambulance service launches investigation into unauthorized access of Southport attack victims’ medical data
The North West Ambulance Service is investigating reports that employees improperly viewed the medical records of victims from the July 2024 Southport attack, following similar breaches at Aintree Hospital.
July 14, 2026
WhatsApp Introduces Phone Number-Free Messaging to Enhance Privacy
WhatsApp is rolling out a new privacy feature allowing users to communicate via unique usernames instead of phone numbers to better protect their personal information.
June 29, 2026
Hospital Probe Launched After Dozens Access Files of Boy Attacked by Crocodile
Cambridge University Hospitals is investigating after up to 40 employees accessed the medical records of a toddler hospitalized following a crocodile attack.
June 26, 2026
Abuja Court Sets July 2 Date for Emeka Ike’s N10bn Privacy Lawsuit Against FCT Aide
A Federal High Court has adjourned the N10 billion privacy lawsuit filed by Emeka Ike against a FCT aide and INEC until July 2, following allegations of unauthorized voter data disclosure.
June 25, 2026