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Nigeria Police, FBI Arrest Mastermind Behind Major Microsoft 365 Phishing Scam

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The Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF–NCCC), working with the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the US Secret Service, has arrested three suspects involved in high-level internet fraud in Lagos and Edo States. The suspects are accused of targeting email systems of major corporate organisations across Nigeria, using phishing links and malicious software to gain unauthorized access. Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, said the arrests followed intelligence from Microsoft and the FBI, which revealed the use of a sophisticated phishing toolkit called RaccoonO365. The toolkit was designed to create fake Microsoft login portals to steal user credentials and infiltrate corporate, financial, and educational email accounts. “Based on actionable intelligence, the NPF–NCCC launched a coordinated operation with Microsoft, the FBI, and the US Secret Service,” Hundeyin said. Investigations showed that between January and September 2025, the suspects sent phishing emails that closely mimicked legitimate Microsoft authentication pages. These attacks led to business email compromises, data breaches, and financial losses across multiple sectors. NPF–NCCC operatives were deployed to Lagos and Edo States, resulting in the arrest of three suspects. Searches of their homes recovered laptops, mobile devices, and other digital tools, all linked to the fraudulent activities following forensic analysis. Further investigations identified Okitipi Samuel, also known as “RaccoonO365” and “Moses Felix,” as the principal suspect and creator of the phishing infrastructure. He allegedly operated a Telegram channel selling phishing links for cryptocurrency and hosted fake login portals on Cloudflare using stolen or fraudulently obtained email credentials. Authorities said the other two suspects had no involvement in developing or running the phishing scheme. The Nigeria Police Force emphasized its commitment to securing the nation’s digital space through advanced technology, international collaboration, and thorough investigative and prosecutorial efforts to combat cybercrime.

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Garba Muhammad Raises Alarm Over Terrorist Threats To Bomb National Assembly Complex

House of Representatives Forms Committee to Investigate Tax Law Discrepancies

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The House of Representatives has established a seven-member ad-hoc committee to investigate alleged inconsistencies between tax bills passed by lawmakers and the versions later assented to and officially gazetted. The move followed a Point of Privilege raised by Sokoto State lawmaker Abdulsammad Dasuki, who claimed the publicly released tax laws did not reflect what the National Assembly had approved. The committee will be chaired by Muktar Aliyu Betara, Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations, with members including former Deputy Speaker Ahmed Idris Wase, Sada Soli, James Abiodun Faleke, Fred Agbedi, Babajimi Benson, and Iduma Igariwey. Its mandate is to examine the legislative process leading to the gazetting of the tax laws and determine whether the final documents differ from those passed by both chambers. Dasuki, speaking under Order Six, Rule Two of the House Rules, said his legislative privilege had been breached. He revealed that after reviewing the gazetted copies alongside the Votes and Proceedings and the harmonised versions approved by both chambers, he found discrepancies. “I was here, I gave my vote and it was counted, and I am seeing something completely different,” Dasuki said. He added that copies obtained from the Ministry of Information did not match what had been approved by the House and Senate. He stressed that his intervention was aimed at highlighting a serious breach of legislative procedure and constitutional provisions. Dasuki called on the Speaker to ensure that all relevant documents—the harmonised versions, Votes and Proceedings, and gazetted copies—are made available for scrutiny by all lawmakers. He warned that allowing laws different from those passed by the National Assembly to circulate would undermine legislative integrity. Speaker Tajudeen Abbas acknowledged Dasuki’s concerns and assured the House that appropriate action would be taken. The ad-hoc committee is expected to provide clarity on the matter and safeguard the legislative process.

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Federal Government Reopens 47 Unity Schools After Security Upgrades

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The Federal Government has reopened the 47 unity schools it closed in November, reaffirming its commitment to the safety of students and the continuity of education across Nigeria. Folasade Boriowo, spokesperson for the Federal Ministry of Education, said in a Thursday statement that academic activities have fully resumed following the reinforcement of security arrangements within and around the affected schools. “After the strengthening of security architecture within and around the affected schools, academic activities have fully resumed,” the statement read. Students have returned safely, with many completing their December academic programs while others have finished examinations. The ministry assured parents, guardians, and the public that the welfare and protection of students remain a top priority. The government emphasized that it will continue collaborating with security agencies to maintain stability and restore normalcy in school environments nationwide. “The Federal Government remains resolute in its responsibility to protect every Nigerian child and uphold their right to education in a safe and secure environment,” the statement added. The schools were initially closed after a series of security incidents, including two mass abductions of students in Kebbi and Niger states. Experts said the shutdown reflected the government’s acknowledgment of security challenges and the need for precautionary measures to protect students in vulnerable areas.

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How My Father’s Signatures Were Forged, and Our Life Under Surveillance — Fatima Buhari Reveals

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Fatima Buhari, daughter of the late President Muhammadu Buhari, has claimed that her father’s signature was forged on official documents during his presidency. Her revelations are detailed in From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari, a biography by Charles Omole. Fatima, a forensic auditor, said she examined certain documents and identified signatures that had been falsely attributed to her father. She noted that others had also raised concerns about forged signatures during his tenure. The book notes that Fatima emphasized this issue was not unique to Buhari’s administration, pointing out that previous governments had faced similar challenges. She also highlighted cases where presidential speeches and directives were altered after approval. One incident recounted in the biography occurred during a U.S. visit, when Buhari spoke at a small conference. Fatima observed that the speech he read was different from what he had approved. “You were stopping,” she told him. He quietly explained that the text had been modified but proceeded to speak in his own words. The biography explains that such alterations—directives diluted, statements rephrased, and intentions subtly changed—were common, sometimes due to bureaucratic errors and at other times orchestrated by a small clique. Fatima also disclosed that her father suspected his official residence at the State House was being wiretapped. She described how they often communicated in writing rather than verbally to avoid eavesdropping. “A daughter and her father sit quietly together. He makes a small gesture, touching his cheek as if he has a toothache, and signals that they shouldn’t speak aloud. He believes ‘they’ have a listening device planted in his office,” the book reads. Security officials who served under Buhari reportedly confirmed finding unusual devices in the president’s office and residence during routine sweeps. The biography portrays a presidency and family navigating an environment of heightened security concerns while safeguarding the authenticity of presidential communications.

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Residents Attack Zamfara Lawmaker Over Neglect During Governor’s Dansadau Visit

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Residents of Dansadau town in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State on Wednesday reportedly attacked state lawmaker Kabiru Mikailu over alleged neglect of his constituency. Mikailu, who represents Maru South Constituency in the Zamfara State House of Assembly, was reportedly confronted by angry residents while accompanying Governor Dauda Lawal on a visit to the community. The residents accused him of failing to engage with constituents since his election, including skipping Sallah festivities and neglecting families affected by recurring bandit attacks. Security personnel intervened to calm the situation and prevent further violence. Governor Lawal’s visit focused on launching the reconstruction of the over 90-kilometre Dansadau–Gusau road. He also ordered the rehabilitation of the town’s General Hospital and the installation of solar-powered electricity to enhance local living conditions. The governor reassured residents of his administration’s dedication to restoring security, rebuilding essential infrastructure, and improving the welfare of communities affected by insecurity across Zamfara State. During the visit, Governor Lawal was conferred with the Chieftaincy Title of Garkuwan Dansadau and turbaned by the Emir of Dansadau, Alhaji Garba Muhammad, Sarkin Kudu Dansadau. Angry youths in Zamfara State stoned a House of Representatives member over poor performance! pic.twitter.com/vvPL6PYXNy — Abdul-Aziz Na'ibi Abubakar (@jrnaib2) December 17, 2025

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JUST IN: Senate Confirms 64 Ambassadorial Nominees

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The Senate has confirmed 64 nominees for career and non-career ambassadorial positions after reviewing a report from its Committee on Foreign Affairs. The committee’s recommendations were presented by Chairman Senator Sani Bello and were subsequently adopted by the lawmakers. During the session, Senator Sahabi Yau raised concerns over the absence of any nominee from Zamfara State, calling on the Senate to formally alert the President about the omission. The Senate President acknowledged the concern, noting that the current list was not comprehensive. He assured members that the matter would be brought to the President’s attention and that additional ambassadorial appointments would ensure representation for Zamfara State.

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Court Rejects Malami’s Bail Application

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A High Court in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, has dismissed a bail application by former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, who is currently in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. Justice Babangida Hassan, presiding over the case, ruled on Thursday that Malami’s detention is lawful and supported by a valid court order. Meanwhile, former South-East spokesperson to President Bola Tinubu, Denge Josef Onoh, has urged Malami to cooperate with the EFCC investigation instead of demanding the recusal of its chairman. Speaking from Paris, France, Onoh responded to Malami’s call for EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede to step aside from the probe, citing alleged conflicts linked to the Justice Ayo Salami Judicial Commission of Inquiry Report. He argued that the report does not prevent the EFCC from investigating former public officials and emphasized that requests for recusal must adhere strictly to the law and principles of fairness. Onoh stressed that the EFCC operates under statutory authority to investigate economic and financial crimes without bias, noting that the Salami Panel was intended to strengthen accountability, not provide immunity for any individual. He also highlighted Malami’s past actions as Attorney-General, including overseeing high-profile prosecutions widely criticized as politically motivated, which involved defiance of court orders and prolonged detentions. “It is the height of hypocrisy for former AGF Abubakar Malami to now accuse the EFCC of ‘personal vendetta’ when he himself led a campaign to remove former EFCC Acting Chairman Ibrahim Magu in 2020,” Onoh said. He recalled that Malami drafted memos to then-President Muhammadu Buhari levelling over 22 allegations against Magu, including diversion of recovered funds and gross misconduct, and refused to appear before the Salami Panel, denying Magu the chance to confront his accuser. Critics described this as a “grudge war” leveraging Malami’s influence. Onoh added that Magu was never prosecuted or convicted, yet his career was effectively ended, exemplifying the type of vendetta Malami now attributes to the current EFCC leadership. He also cited Malami’s role in the prolonged detention of former National Security Adviser Col. Sambo Dasuki, despite court orders granting bail, as evidence of the former AGF’s disregard for the rule of law to settle political scores. Onoh concluded that Malami cannot now seek special treatment or call for recusal simply because he faces accountability.

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Tinubu Will Not Direct EFCC, ICPC Over Farouk Ahmed Allegations — Presidency

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The Presidency has reiterated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not step into the affairs of Nigeria’s anti-corruption agencies over the corruption allegations surrounding Farouk Ahmed, the former Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority. Ahmed resigned from his position after Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Industries Limited, accused him of corruption, triggering public outcry and demands for accountability. Reacting to the situation on Thursday, presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga said the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission are independent bodies empowered by law to act without interference from the Presidency. His response came after criticism emerged on social media over the absence of arrests or publicly announced investigations following Ahmed’s resignation. An X user, @OurFavOnlineDoc, questioned why stepping down appeared to be the only consequence. “No prosecution. No arrest. No investigation. No proper accountability. Just allegation of stealing public funds, followed by a quiet resignation, and everybody can move on. This is not how to build a sane country with trust, integrity, and respect before the world. What a shame,” the user wrote. Onanuga dismissed the criticism, insisting that the President cannot dictate how the anti-graft agencies operate. “This is how we get things wrong through uninformed criticism. ICPC and EFCC are autonomous institutions. The ball is now in their courts to carry out their mandates. Mr. President will not tell them what to do,” he said.

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