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79% of Ransomware Attacks Start with Compromised Identities

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July 21, 2026
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The most common method used to enact ransomware is the abuse of compromised credentials.

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Troops Neutralise ISWAP Fighter, Recover Weapons and Logistics During Anti-Terror Operation in Yobe

By Tunji Braimoh, Abuja Troops of Sector 2, Operation HADIN KAI, have neutralised a suspected ISWAP terrorist and recovered weapons, ammunition and logistics supplies during a successful operation in Yobe…

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IGP Disu Decorates 30 Newly Promoted Senior Officers, Charges Them on Leadership and Integrity

By Tunji Braimoh, Abuja The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun’s successor, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Tuesday decorated 30 senior police officers recently promoted to the ranks of Assistant Inspector-General…