Australia’s largest pension funds have fallen victim to a series of cyberattacks that compromised over 20,000 accounts and resulted in significant financial losses for some members. Among the reported thefts, hackers are said to have stolen A$500,000 from the accounts of four pensioners. Sources familiar with the incident revealed that the cybercriminals targeted several major
In a recent development, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has disclosed that a significant power disruption occurred due to the tripping of the Ikeja-West/Osogbo 330 kV transmission line. This incident, which took place during a windy rainfall on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, resulted in a substantial load loss of 165 megawatts. The tripping happened
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has issued a stern warning to international airlines over the rising number of complaints from Nigerian passengers who are transported partway to their destinations, only to be deported back to Nigeria. In a statement released on Thursday, Michael Achimugu, the NCAA’s Director of Consumer Protection and Public Affairs, condemned
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has recorded a total of 112 electricity-related fatalities in 2024, a slight decrease of 2.6% from the 115 deaths reported in 2023. Despite this small reduction, the commission highlighted that incidents linked to vandalism and wire snaps continue to pose serious threats to both utility workers and the public.
In a significant move to combat illegal mining, the Mining Marshals of the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development have successfully dismantled an illegal mining site in the Rafin-Gabas community of Kokona Local Government Area, Nasarawa State. The operation, which was described as a major breakthrough by Minister Dele Alake, resulted in the arrest of
A giant African pouched rat named Ronin has set a new world record by detecting 109 landmines and 15 pieces of unexploded ordnance (UXO) in Cambodia, according to Belgian charity APOPO. Since his deployment to the northern Preah Vihear province in August 2021, Ronin has become the most successful Mine Detection Rat (MDR) in the
In anticipation of the grand coronation ceremony of the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2025, the Oyo State government has implemented comprehensive security measures across the ancient city.Our correspondent observed heightened security presence with police vans and security personnel strategically positioned throughout key areas including Owoade, Jabata, Akesan,
In a significant development, the Ogun State Police Command has launched extensive security operations around the Sagamu Interchange on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway following numerous reports of armed robbery attacks and killings in the vicinity. The Police Public Relations Officer, Ms. Omolola Odutola, revealed in a statement issued in Abeokuta yesterday that law enforcement officers conducted
After enduring eight years behind bars, Nigerian televangelist Pastor Timothy Omotoso has finally secured his freedom as a South African High Court dismissed all rape and human trafficking charges against him in a landmark ruling that has sent shockwaves through the religious community. The spiritual leader of Jesus Dominion International church in Durban was dramatically
In a swift and decisive response, the Kebbi State Government has officially denied shocking statistics about homosexuality and lesbianism allegedly presented by one of its senior officials, calling the figures completely fabricated and without merit. The controversy erupted when Dr. Nasir Kigo, the Permanent Secretary of the Cabinet Office in Birnin Kebbi, reportedly announced during
