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HyperDrive DeFi protocol has suffered a $773,000 exploit affecting two accounts in its Treasury Bill market, with stolen funds split between BNB Chain and Ethereum networks through bridge transfers. The attack compromised positions using Theo Network’s thBILL as collateral, prompting immediate suspension of all money markets and withdrawals across the platform. #PeckShieldAlert @hyperdrivedefi has reported a compromise of 2 accounts in the thBILL market, resulting in a loss of ~$773K.The stolen funds were split and bridged out:• 288.37 $BNB → #BNBChain• 123.6 $ETH → #Ethereum pic.twitter.com/P7Yire2Xdg— PeckShieldAlert (@PeckShieldAlert) September 28, 2025 Second Major Exploit Strikes Hyperliquid Ecosystem in 72 HoursCertiK’s…

Nigeria’s vote for the 2025 Women’s Yashin Trophy has been revealed, with the country’s representative journalist placing England’s Hannah Hampton above Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie in the final ballot, Soccernet.ng reports. Multiple reports suggest that Tega Onojaife of Smooth 98.1 FM placed Hampton first, and Nnadozie second in her votes. The Chelsea goalkeeper received votes from 47 out of the 50 journalists who voted for the Women’s Yachine Trophy. Nigerian journalist voted Hannah Hampton first for Yachine Trophy. https://t.co/VlGJZMS5jq pic.twitter.com/NxZWcnQEta — (@IyawoChelsea) September 27, 2025 The Women’s Yashin Trophy, introduced this year as part of the Ballon d’Or awards,…

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) against interpreting court judgments relating to the ongoing local government crisis in the state. This comes after NULGE president in Osun, Nathaniel Ogungbangbe, alleged during a press conference in Osogbo that the Minister of Finance, the Attorney General of the Federation, and the Accountant-General of the Federation had released withheld federal allocations for local councils to APC chairmen reinstated by a Court of Appeal judgment delivered in February 2025. In a statement signed by its Director of Media and Information,…

Ademola Lookman found himself at the center of a controversial transfer saga that saw his move away from the Bergamo stadium dragged and blocked… Former Super Eagles striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has backed Ademola Lookman to put his transfer saga behind him and rediscover his best form at Atalanta Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian attacker was on the verge of leaving Atalanta during the 2025 summer transfer window, but his move to Inter Milan did not go through.  What has Yakubu Aiyegbeni said about Lookman’s transfer Speaking to Footy-Africa, Aiyegbeni admitted that missing out on a big move can weigh heavily on…

Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command has arrested a security guard identified as Godday, who worked at a building formerly used by a commercial bank around Mothercat Junction, TransAmadi, Port Harcourt. The suspect was apprehended on Tuesday, September 23rd, for allegedly abducting and defiling a 14-year-old girl. According to the victim’s mother, she sent her daughter to withdraw money from an ATM at Mothercat on Saturday, September 20th, 2025. The girl withdrew money from one bank and then went to another bank to withdraw more cash. However, she was allegedly abducted by the suspect, who had been standing behind…

Amid global market turbulence, cryptocurrencies are once again capturing investors’ attention. With the first U.S. spot XRP ETF expected to be approved soon, market sentiment around XRP is surging, and analysts widely believe it has strong potential to break the $5 mark.At the same time, MSP Miner has announced the launch of its brand-new green XRP mobile mining app, offering users a low-barrier, safe, and sustainable way to participate. The app combines energy-efficient algorithms with renewable power sources, aligning with global carbon neutrality and green development trends—making it easier than ever for more people to enter the XRP ecosystem.Choosing MSP…

Nigerian striker Akor Adams scored the winning goal for Sevilla in their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano, Soccernet.ng reports. Nigerian attackers Adams and Chidera Ejuke were in the matchday squad for Sevilla’s at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas, home of Rayo Vallecano, but they both started from the bench. Vallecano dominated proceedings in the first half, but they failed to score, and only managed to force Sevilla’s goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos to make two saves. In the second half, the Madrid-based club continued to dominate proceedings. But they still failed to convert their dominance to goals. Coach Matias Almeyda decided…

The Adamawa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his comments on the recent terrorist attack in Wagga Mongoro, Madagali Local Government Council, describing his reaction as “insensitive” and “politically motivated.” In a press release issued on Sunday and signed by the APC State Publicity Secretary, Mohammed Abdullahi, the party accused Atiku of exploiting a moment of national grief for political gain.“Atiku once again proved that tragedy, for him, is not a moment of sober reflection but a stage for cheap politics,” the statement read. “Instead of standing with the grieving,…

Victor Boniface completed his transfer to Werder Bremen on transfer deadline day, but he hasn’t started a game yet… Werder Bremen coach Horst Steffen has stated that he has not given Victor Boniface a Bundesliga start, as the Super Eagles striker is not at his best yet, Soccernet.ng reports. After his proposed transfer to AC Milan fell through during the summer transfer window, Boniface moved to Werder Bremen in a season-long loan, as it was made clear to him that he was no longer needed at Bayer Leverkusen. Upon his move to Werder Bremen, he was expected to be an…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has formally called on President Bola Tinubu to disclose the selection process for the next chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), stressing that the process should be open, impartial, and free from partisan influence. In a letter dated September 27, 2025, and signed by SERAP Deputy Director Kolawole Oluwadare, the organisation urged the president to “disclose the number and names of candidates for INEC chairman and whether the Council of State has been consulted or would be consulted in making the appointment, as constitutionally required.” SERAP noted that Professor Mahmood Yakubu’s…