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    NBS Website Hacked Amid Rising Cyberattacks on Nigerian Government Sites – Ravenewsonline

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    Cybercriminals have persisted in targeting Nigerian government websites, with the most recent attack on the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).

    The NBS confirmed the development in a brief statement posted on its X (formerly Twitter) account

    It said that its newly redesigned official website has been hacked.

    The NBS disclosed the incident and assured the public that efforts are underway to recover the website.

    It urged the public to disregard any messages or reports posted until the full recovery of its website.

    The statement on X read: “This is to inform the public that the NBS website has been hacked, and we are working to recover it. Please disregard any message or report posted until the website is fully restored.”

    The NBS plays a vital role in Nigeria’s development, serving as the official statistical agency responsible for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating statistical data on the country’s economy, governance, and development

    This marks the latest in a series of attacks on Nigerian government websites, a trend that has been ongoing for some years.

    From government ministries to officials, cyberattacks in Nigeria have surged to alarming levels, with even financial institutions falling victim.

    The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) frequently issue warnings of cybercriminals targeting individuals, government entities, banks, and telecom companies.

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