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The National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission, Dr Vincent Olatunji, has said that hackers launched more than 2,000 attacks on the commission’s service portal within one week, highlighting the growing cyber threats facing government institutions as Nigeria expands its digitalisation efforts. Olatunji disclosed this on Monday in Abuja at a Technical and Organisational Drill on Data Protection Measures for IT Administrators Across Ministries, Departments and Agencies organised by the NDPC. According to him, the attacks underlined the urgent need for government institutions to strengthen their cyber defences and build the human capacity required to…

By Tosin Oyediran Nigeria’s preparedness for a potential Ebola outbreak currently stands at 59%, the Director-General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr Jide Idris, has revealed, as health authorities intensify surveillance and response measures amid growing concerns over the disease’s regional and international spread. Speaking in an interview with ARISE NEWS on Monday, Idris said a recent assessment of the country’s readiness exposed critical gaps that authorities are working to address, particularly at points of entry into the country. “Our recent latest level of assessment puts us at about 59%. But that’s quite variable. You can’t…

Nigeria’s Super Eagles selectors may have another name to keep a close eye on after highly-rated defender Josh Nichols completed a permanent move away from Arsenal, Soccernet.ng reports. The versatile full-back, who is eligible to represent Nigeria, Jamaica, England and Guyana, has agreed to join Croatian second-division side NK Kustošija on a two-year contract. The transfer is expected to become official on July 1, 2026, immediately after the expiration of his Arsenal contract. The move signals the end of a long association between Nichols and reigning Premier League champions Arsenal. The defender joined the North London club’s academy when he…

Governor Ademola Adeleke has approved the disbursement of ₦204,275,209.80 to the next of kin of civil servants who died while in active service in Osun State, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to the welfare of workers and pensioners. The payment was presented to beneficiaries in Osogbo, where the Head of Service, Elder Ayanleye Aina, represented the governor at the cheque distribution ceremony. According to the state government in a post on its X account on Monday, the amount comprises ₦125,631,083.45 for beneficiaries at the state level and ₦78,644,126.35 for beneficiaries at the local government level. Addressing the beneficiaries through the Head…

Senator Cynthia Lummis has issued a direct warning: stall the CLARITY Act now, and the U.S. effectively forfeits comprehensive crypto regulation until 2030.The logic is mechanical: if the bill fails to clear the Senate in the current legislative session, the 2026 election calendar compresses available floor time to near zero, and the next realistic window for a full market-structure framework doesn’t open until the following Congress at the earliest.For institutional capital, that timeline is not a political abstraction. It is an operational constraint that compliance teams at major asset managers and trading desks are already pricing into deployment decisions, and…

Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has revealed why he wasn’t a part of Nigeria’s 2026 Unity Cup-winning team, Soccernet.ng reports. The 28-year-old became a regular figure for Vitor Pereira’s side towards the end of the season, scoring a famous brace against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on his 100th appearance for Nottingham Forest. His performance until the end of the Premier League season put him in pole position to be included in Chelle’s squad, alongside Celtic’s free-scoring Kelechi Iheanacho. However, Chelle opted for Terem Moffi, and Pisa’s lanky forward, Rafiu Durosinmi, who made his debut against Zimbabwe last…

Lille announced on Monday that Brazil assistant coach Davide Ancelotti, the son of Carlo, would be their new coach, a week after Bruno Genesio’s departure. Ancelotti has signed a two-year deal with the French club but they did not say if he would leave his role in his father’s Brazil coaching staff before the World Cup, which runs from June 11 to July 19. The 36-year-old is in line for his second spell as a head coach having spent six months at Brazilian outfit Botafogo last year. “I’m very proud and happy,” Ancelotti said. “It’s an honour to represent Lille.…

Dayo Oyewo The waste management crisis in Lagos State appears to be worsening, with heaps of refuse growing larger across several communities as the Lagos State Waste Management Authority struggles to sustain waste evacuation efforts. Weeks after residents and business owners raised concerns over uncollected waste, fresh observations by PUNCH Metro revealed that refuse dumps have expanded in parts of Oshodi, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Ilasamaja, Mushin, Idi Araba and Alimosho. When PUNCH Metro revisited parts of Oshodi on Saturday, fresh waste was seen being added daily to existing heaps along major roads and residential streets, with some locations gradually turning…

Former Paris Saint-Germain defender Godwin Okpara has explained why Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen should choose Manchester United over other clubs if he decides to leave Galatasaray this summer, Soccernet.ng reports. Osimhen has remained one of the most sought-after strikers in European football over the last few years. The Nigerian forward was already attracting transfer interest before leaving Napoli for Galatasaray in 2024, and speculation surrounding his future has intensified once again ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window. Several European giants are reportedly monitoring the 27-year-old, who has been in prolific form since arriving in Turkey, scoring 59 goals in 74 appearances across all competitions for Galatasaray, winning three trophies…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed condolences to families affected by the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, saying no child should ever be taken from the safety of a classroom. In a statement released on Monday, the President said he shared in the pain and anxiety of affected families following the attack on communities in Esiele and Yawota, which has triggered nationwide concern over school security. Tinubu said, “No child should be taken from the safety of a classroom. No parent should have to endure this anguish.” The President also commiserated with…