WhatsApp has issued a fresh warning to users after discovering a sophisticated fake version of its app that was actually embedded with spyware. The incident is a major reminder that cybercriminals and surveillance actors are increasingly using trusted platforms to trick users into handing over sensitive data. In this article, we break down what happened, […]
Nigerian Websites That Expose User Data: Risks, Real Cases, and How to Stay Safe In Nigeria’s fast growing digital economy, millions of people use websites every day for banking, shopping, news, education, telecom services, and government transactions. But behind this convenience lies a serious privacy concern: many websites collect, process, and sometimes expose user data […]
As data privacy regulation becomes a defining pillar of the global digital economy, Nigeria’s Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023 marks a major milestone in the country’s legal framework. It provides strong protections for personal data and aligns Nigeria with many international privacy standards. However, when compared with global benchmarks such as the EU GDPR, […]
Nigeria’s fintech sector has become one of the fastest-growing segments of Africa’s digital economy. From mobile wallets and digital banks to payment gateways and lending apps, millions of Nigerians now trust fintech platforms with their most sensitive personal and financial information. This trust is built on one critical foundation: data protection. As cyber threats, fraud […]
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission has officially launched an investigation into an alleged data breach involving Remita Payment Services Ltd. and Sterling Bank, aimed at protecting personal data and enforcing compliance with Nigeria’s data protection laws. What Happened Scope of the Investigation The NDPC is examining several key areas, including: Regulatory and Compliance Focus In […]
