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Davido featured on Numéro Netherlands cover amidst controversy with Tiwa Savage

Nigerian superstar, Davido, acclaimed ‘King of Afrobeats,’ graces the cover of Numéro Netherlands, marking a prestigious acknowledgement amidst his music accomplishments. The cover, featuring an exclusive fashion editorial lensed by Raul Romo, spotlights his influence and cultural impact. Numéro Netherlands Digital celebrates Davido’s illustrious career, acknowledging his three Grammy nominations in 2023 and his initiative, Read More…

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Naira Marley’s cyber crime trial further adjourned to November

The trial of Nigerian singer Azeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, facing cybercrime charges at the Federal High Court in Lagos, has been adjourned once again. Justice Nicholas Oweibo set the new trial dates for November 13 and 30 due to the defendant’s absence in court. Naira Marley is being prosecuted by the Economic Read More…

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Senate passes bill to amend 2015 Cyber Crimes Act on second reading

The Senate has successfully passed a bill seeking to amend the Cyber Crimes Act of 2015 during its plenary session on Wednesday. The bill, presented by Sen. Shehu Buba (APC – Bauchi), received consideration and approval, marking a significant step in the legislative process. Sen. Shehu Buba explained that the primary objective of the bill Read More…

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Unmasking the Web of Deceit: Investigating Internet Fraud in Nigeria

In the wake of Nigeria’s digital revolution, as the nation strives to embrace technological progress and financial inclusion, a stark and disconcerting reality has emerged: the rampant surge of internet fraud. This investigative report ventures into the intricate web of internet fraud that has entangled the Nigerian landscape, unravelling the intricate threads of data, statistics, Read More…

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Nigerian Police arrest 67 people in Warri for same-sex union

In a recent development, Nigerian law enforcement undertook a decisive operation targeting an alleged same-sex wedding within the precincts of Warri, a bustling southern city nestled within the Delta state. The act in question stands in contravention of prevailing legal statutes within the nation, which steadfastly prohibit such unions. An official communiqué claims that authorities Read More…

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Two Nigerian Men Extradited to US Over Sexual Extortion Scheme Involving Dozens of Young Men

In a significant transcontinental legal manoeuvre, two individuals hailing from Nigeria, Samuel Ogoshi (22) and Samson Ogoshi (20), have been successfully extradited to the United States. The move comes in response to grave allegations of engaging in a large-scale sexual extortion operation targeting over a hundred young men and teenage boys. The extradition, which took Read More…

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Ikorodu woman charged for alleged cyberbullying and revenge porn

Gift Okpomini, 34, was charged on Thursday in an Ikorodu Magistrate’s Court in Lagos State with posting vengeful pornographic content about a couple there. The police filed three counts of conduct likely to cause a breach of trust, sending offensive or dangerous items through the mail, and theft against Okpomini, whose address was withheld. But Read More…

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Nigeria joins 36 nations, 13 firms to meet in Washington on ransomware

This week, the White House will welcome representatives from 13 international firms and representatives from 37 nations, including Nigeria, to discuss the rising danger posed by ransomware and other cybercrime, including the unauthorised use of cryptocurrency. Last year, the informal Counter-Ransomware Initiative was launched online. This year, seven more countries and a number of new Read More…

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Ghana deports 16 suspected Nigerian cybercriminals

The Seme Command of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) said in a briefing on Friday that 16 Nigerians were sent home from Ghana because they were accused of committing cybercrimes there. The Controller of the Command, Dr. Chukwu Emeka, disclosed this at a press conference in Seme, Lagos State. Emeka claims that these are young Read More…