· Jun 17

Iran Confirms Cyberattack Disrupts Bank Sepah After Israel-Linked Hacker Claim

Iran’s Bank Sepah is experiencing significant service disruptions following a cyberattack confirmed by Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency, with customers unable to access ATMs and online banking services. The Israel-linked hacking group Gonjeshke Darande claimed responsibility, stating it destroyed key data, accusing the bank of supporting Iran’s ballistic missile and...
· Jun 16

China Reaffirms Support for Nigeria’s Infrastructure with Greater Abuja Water Project

Zhang Yi, China’s Charge d’Affaires in Nigeria, reaffirmed China’s support for Nigeria’s infrastructural growth during the commissioning of the Greater Abuja Water Supply Network. The project, overseen by Minister Nyesom Wike, represents deepening China-Nigeria cooperation and was financially supported by China’s NEXIM Bank. Yi highlighted the project’s alignment with President...
· Jun 12

SDP’s Adewale Adebayo Declares Democracy Best Option Despite Its Imperfections on June 12

Adewale Adebayo, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), emphasized that democracy remains the best method for electing leaders despite its imperfections. Speaking during a visit to MKO Abiola’s residence with the Pro-June 12 Movement in Ikeja, Adebayo highlighted that democracy ensures freedom of speech, association, and...
· Jun 10

Lagos Police Launch Probe After Viral Video of Missing Boy Sparks Public Outcry

The Lagos State Police Command is investigating the disappearance of Master Ovie Kehinde following a viral video of his distressed mother pleading for help. Police Commissioner CP Olohundare Jimoh has ordered a comprehensive investigation, with Deputy Commissioner of Police leading a discreet probe through SCID, Yaba. All relevant investigative teams...
· Jun 9

Lawyer Petitions IBEDC to Restore Power to Apete Amid Months of Darkness in Ibadan

Kazeem Oladepo, a lawyer from Ibadan, has petitioned the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) over a prolonged power outage affecting the Apete community in Ido Local Government Area, Oyo State. Apete, which comprises over fifty communities and hosts The Polytechnic, Ibadan, has experienced several weeks of electricity failure, causing security...
· Jun 9

Katsina Police Rescue 11 Kidnap Victims After Armed Clash on Danmusa Road

The Katsina State Police Command successfully rescued 11 kidnapped individuals along the Danmusa–Mara Dangeza road in Danmusa Local Government Area. The incident occurred on Sunday night around 10:30 p.m. during a joint patrol operation after officers encountered armed bandits with abducted victims from various locations. A gunfight ensued, resulting in...