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17-year-old hacker stuns EFCC chairman with impressive IT skills

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The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, shared a concerning incident where a 17-year-old was able to hack into his personal computer and bank account while being questioned at his office in Lagos. Olukoyede recounted the incident during a chat with editors at the EFCC Headquarters in Abuja.

The young hacker, who was studying History and Anthropology, effortlessly bypassed the security measures of Olukoyede’s locked computer and obtained his bank verification number (BVN) and account details. This demonstration raised alarm about the vulnerability of personal information to cybercrimes.

Olukoyede emphasized the need to discourage such activities among young individuals, highlighting the potential consequences of imprisonment or worse. Despite the severity of the crime, he suggested administering light sentences to youth involved in cybercrimes, focusing on reorienting them rather than solely punishing them.

The EFCC chairman described the difficult circumstances of the 17-year-old, who was the main breadwinner for his family due to his parents’ inability to work on their farm because of security concerns. Despite his involvement in cybercrime, Olukoyede saw potential in the boy and vowed to support his education if he stopped his criminal activities.

This approach reflects the EFCC’s strategy to rehabilitate convicted internet fraudsters by offering reduced sentences and educational support. Olukoyede emphasized the importance of preventing youths from indulging in cybercrime, highlighting the negative consequences of being labeled an “ex-convict.”

Overall, Olukoyede’s narrative underscores the complexity of addressing cybercrimes among young individuals and the EFCC’s efforts to tackle this issue through rehabilitation and education.

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IGP Egbetokun Approves Extension of Tinted Glass Permits Until August 12

Citizens are also encouraged to report all unauthorized or hidden charges as well as extortion in the course of application or biometric capturing to the appropriate Police authorities, including via the dedicated hotline: 09169967000

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‎The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved an extension of the grace period for the enforcement of Tinted Glass Permit requirement to the 12th of August, 2025.

‎This extension comes on the heels of several concerns and feedback expressed by members of the public regarding the reactivation of the digital Tinted Glass Permit application process.

In line with our commitment to delivering transparent, inclusive, and citizen-focused policing, the Force wishes to affirm that it has not ignored the voices of Nigerians.

Rather, these voices have been instrumental in guiding ongoing reviews of the process to ensure it remains user-friendly, secure, and accessible to all.

‎The extension of enforcement is also intended to give room for additional enhancements and refinements to the application process, ensuring that no member of the public is unduly disadvantaged.

‎The NPF is actively working to simplify and improve both the physical and contactless application options including enhanced verification mechanisms and streamlined procedures to reduce delays and eliminate undue inconveniences.

‎Members of the public are reminded that the authorized platform for the application and renewal of the Tinted Glass Permit is accessible via http://www.possap.gov.ng.

Citizens are also encouraged to report all unauthorized or hidden charges as well as extortion in the course of application or biometric capturing to the appropriate Police authorities, including via the dedicated hotline: 09169967000.

‎The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to public safety, digital innovation, and continuous improvement in service delivery, and appreciates the cooperation and patience of the Nigerian people as these reforms are carried out.


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Lagos Warns Residents “Don’t Go Out in The Heavy Rain falls”

The State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, warned that the forecast gathered from the State’s weather stations for today and the next few days has a geostationary imagery showing thunderstorms and widespread convective rainfall with dense cloud cover.

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Lagos State Government on Saturday urged residents of the state especially those living in low-lying areas to be at alert because with the intensity of the rainfall already being experienced, many areas will encounter flash floods.

In a statement signed by the State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, warned that the forecast gathered from the State’s weather stations for today and the next few days has a geostationary imagery showing thunderstorms and widespread convective rainfall with dense cloud cover.

He added that what the geostationary imagery means in simple language is that many areas will experience very heavy rainfalls and flash floods which the people have been alerted about earlier in the year.

He said that all areas that are abutting the rivers and lagoons in Lagos are also at risk of experiencing flash floods which may come with high currents.

He cautioned all residents who may not have serious businesses to conduct outside their homes during the rains to tarry and wait till it subsides before they go out to be able to determine the intensity and how to prepare.

He advised parents to watch over their wards and school children many of whom are still on mid -terms holidays so that they do not go outside to play under the rain or swim in the flash floods.

Wahab also reiterated the earlier warning to motorists and pedestrians not to wade through floods as there is the tendency that vehicles may be submerged and people swept away with such heavy floods.

He explained to all residents Lagos being a coastal state, with the heavy rainfalls, the level of water in the lagoon is bound to rise and will result in a tidal lock which will prevent discharge from all collectors.

He warned residents not to engage in disposing their refuse into the drains as the rains fall, warning that there are consequences for such acts and the refuse will end up blocking the drains and causing flash floods.

The Commissioner said all the drains in the state are being cleaned and maintained on a year round basis to be able to contain run off from rainfalls, warning however that whenever more than usual rain falls, all concerted efforts are required to checkmate its effects.

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Lagos Court Convicts Canadian Returnee for Assaults on KAI Official

Speaking in reaction to the conviction, Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, warned that the State will not tolerate any attack or acts of aggression towards any of its operatives on lawful duty.

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A Magistrate court sitting at Bolade, Oshodi on Friday sentenced one 52 years old, Canadian returnee, Mr Morufudeen Idowu to three months imprisonment for crossing the Ojota Expressway, resisting arrest and assaulting a KAI officer in the process.

Mr Morufudeen Idowu, who pleaded guilty when the charge was read to him, was subsequently convicted for the offenses and sentenced.

Speaking in reaction to the conviction, Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, warned that the State will not tolerate any attack or acts of aggression towards any of its operatives on lawful duty.

He reiterated that all such operatives would be protected with the full force of the law in the discharge of their duties.

Wahab expressed the optimism that the latest conviction will serve as a deterrence to everyone and that social status or standing will not be a determinant in the application of the law.

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