21 Foreign Hackers Fined ₦1m Each, Ordered To Depart Nigeria

Nigeria’s Cybercrime Crackdown: 21 Foreign Hackers Convicted, Face Deportation

Overview of the Case

In a landmark judgment delivered on August 5, 2025, Justice Ekerete Akpan of the Federal High Court in Abuja convicted 21 foreign nationals for high-level cybercrime. Each was fined ₦1 million and ordered to leave Nigeria within six working days, following a plea bargain agreement with the Nigeria Police Force.

The convicted individuals, hailing from China, Indonesia, Brazil, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand, were part of a larger group of 109 foreign nationals facing prosecution for cybercrime, money laundering, and immigration violations. They operated a fraudulent and unregistered gaming platform in Abuja and were charged under:

Lagos Communities Flooded, Vehicles Submerged After Marathon Rainfall

Rising Waters, Rising Resolve: Lagos Flooding and the Global Fight Against Climate Change

On August 4, 2025, Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial heartbeat, was overwhelmed by marathon rainfall that began Sunday night and continued relentlessly through Monday evening. Viral videos showed submerged homes and vehicles in Ijede, Lekki, Ajegunle, Agege, Surulere, and other flood-prone areas. Streets turned into rivers, trade was paralyzed, and residents took to social media to cry for help.

The Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, acknowledged the pain of residents and emphasized the city’s vulnerability as a coastal metropolis. He cited climate change and poor waste disposal practices as key contributors to flash flooding. Wahab assured that resilient infrastructure is in place and that the state will intensify year-round drainage maintenance.

Tinubu rewards D’Tigress' players with $100,000 each, flats and OON national honour following Afrobasket win

D’Tigress Rewarded Lavishly: Celebration, Critique, and the Bigger Picture

In a move that has stirred both national pride and public debate, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has awarded Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, with $100,000 each, three-bedroom apartments, and the prestigious Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) honor. This recognition follows their dominant victory over Mali in the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Championship, marking their fifth consecutive title and seventh overall.

NAFDAC seizes banned and unregistered products at Lagos Trade Fair market

NAFDAC’s Lagos Trade Fair Raid: Public Health Victory or Regulatory Overreach?

In one of its largest enforcement operations in recent months, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) seized banned, expired, and unregistered products worth over ₦1.5 billion at the Lagos Trade Fair market. The raid, led by Dr. Martins Iluyomade, Director of Investigation & Enforcement, uncovered warehouses filled with cosmetics and food items lacking proper registration or date markings. A trailer loaded with unregistered cosmetics was intercepted, though the driver fled the scene.

While the operation has been hailed as a bold move to protect public health, it has also sparked intense debate among traders, consumers, and policy analysts.

MEDIA PARLEY WITH NYESOM WIKE, FCT MINISTER, AUGUST 2025 EDITION (FULL VIDEO)

 

The event was the August 2025 edition of the Media Chat Series with the Hon. Minister of Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory

Maki Yoko’s Journey | A Resource Guide for New Moms

Embracing Motherhood: A Resource Guide for New Moms Inspired by Maki Yoko’s Journey

Motherhood is a beautiful, life-altering experience, but it’s also complex, emotional, and often misunderstood. While media and society may glamorize parenting, the reality is far more nuanced. Actress Maki Yoko’s recent pregnancy announcement at age 43 offers a refreshing and honest perspective on the importance of mental health in motherhood.

Troy Koehler: A Tragic Tale of Abuse, Loss, and Accountability

Justice for Troy Koehler: A Tragic Tale of Abuse, Loss, and Accountability

In a case that has gripped hearts across Harris County and beyond, justice has finally been served for Troy Koehler, a bright and beloved 7-year-old boy whose life was tragically cut short. Nearly three years after his lifeless body was discovered inside a washing machine, his adoptive father, Jermaine Thomas, has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for the murder.

OFFICIAL COMMISSIONING OF THE NEW ACCESS ROAD, GIRI JUNCTION, GIRI, ABUJA (FULL VIDEO)

 

The event was the Official Commissioning of the New Access Road, Giri Junction, Giri, Abuja, 30 June 2025

First Lady Donates ₦1bn and Relief Materials to Disaster Victims in Niger

Renewed Hope in Niger State: First Lady Donates ₦1bn and Relief Materials to Disaster Victims

In a powerful gesture of compassion and national solidarity, Nigeria’s First Lady and Chairperson of the Renewed Hope Initiative, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has donated ₦1 billion and a substantial consignment of relief materials to victims of recent disasters in Niger State.

A Lifeline for the Displaced

The donation includes:

• 2,000 bags of 50kg rice
• 16,000 wrappers for women
• Clothing and over 100 pairs of shoes

These items are intended to support families affected by floods, boat accidents, banditry, and fire outbreaks across the state. The First Lady’s visit to the Niger State Government House in Minna was marked by heartfelt empathy and a call to collective healing.

OFFICIAL COMMISSIONING OF ROADS IN DAKIBIYU DISTICT, ABUJA (FULL VIDEO)

 

The event was the Official Commissioning of the Newly Constructed Collector Road CN8 from Arterial Road N5 to Arterial Road N1 and other Connecting Roads in Dakibiyu District, Abuja, on 1 July 2025

 

Three-year-old girl fighting for life after swallowing a very common household item

A Hidden Danger: The Story of Millie Koski and the Crisis of Magnet Ingestion

In early July 2025, three-year-old Millie Koski from Bundaberg, Australia, was rushed to the hospital with a high fever, stomach pain, and green vomit. Within days, her condition deteriorated into a life-threatening emergency. What began as a seemingly ordinary illness turned out to be a catastrophic medical crisis caused by two small, high-powered magnets she had swallowed, on separate occasions.

WIKE SPEAKS AT THE OFFICIAL COMMISSIONING OF NEW ACCESS ROAD AT GIRI JUNCTION, GIRI, ABUJA

 

The event was the Official Commissioning of the New Access Road, Giri Junction, Giri, Abuja, 30 June 2025

Japanese Actress Maki Yoko, 43, Announces Pregnancy With 27-Year-Old Boyfriend

Navigating Motherhood: A Resource Guide for New Mothers

Motherhood is a transformative journey, filled with joy, vulnerability, and profound change. Yet, societal expectations and media portrayals often paint an unrealistic picture, leaving many new mothers feeling overwhelmed or inadequate. This guide offers practical resources and emotional support, with a spotlight on mental health, inspired by the recent story of Japanese actress Maki Yoko.

Mental Health Matters: Lessons from Maki Yoko

At 43, Maki Yoko announced her pregnancy with 27-year-old actor Katsushika Shin, describing it as “a miracle.” But she also emphasized caution, saying, “Since I’m having a baby at an older age, I’m paying close attention to my mental health and surroundings”. Her openness challenges age-related stigma and highlights the importance of mental wellness for all mothers, regardless of age or circumstance.