Binance released on Tuesday a detailed investigation into the $6 billion hack of its cryptocurrency platform, showing how attackers used fake job interviews and malicious code to steal the funds. The crypto exchange said it had replenished 98 percent of the affected assets by drawing on its own funds, with the remainin…

…working to restore normal service into the early hours. The report suggested Ukrainian hackers might have been responsible, but did not establish who carried out the attack.Hours earlier, Ukraine's Air Alert service had also issued a series of false emergency notifications. The messages claimed there were radiation and…

A farmer, Samson Gabriel, has allegedly been hacked to death by his neighbour, Lekan Oyebamiji, following a disagreement over money in Akinlalu, Osun State. Residents of the community said the killing had triggered tension, forcing some people living near the two men to leave their homes for fear of being arrested by t…

…assassinated in Kwara Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Islamic cleric Alfa Iliasu was hacked to death during Quranic lessons in Kwara state, North-Central Nigeria.A mob reportedly lynched a suspect amid unrest in the community following the tragic murder of the cleric.Local leaders confirmed ongoing investigations int…

…(INEC), Meta, Google, Microsoft and other partners, has launched the #AI4Elections Hackathon to develop artificial intelligence solutions aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections. The national, multidisciplinary and nonpartisan initiative will bring together technology deve…

…Regent-elect of Umeh Kingdom in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, Meshack Owhe, has declared Friday, October 23, a day of mourning in his domain in honour of the late former Governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan. ‎ ‎The monarch, while announcing the decision on Wednesday in a condolence trib…

…has been sentenced to eight years in prison in the United States for his role in hacking, identity theft and fraud schemes involving millions of dollars. Amachukwu, also known as Chukwuemeka Victor Eletuo and So Kwan Leung, was sentenced by US District Judge Paul G. Gardephe, according to a statement issued by the US A…

…District Judge Paul G. Gardephe to eight years in prison for his role in multiple fraud, hacking, and identity theft offenses. The United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jamie McDonald, made the announcement in a statement issued by the Department of Justice on Monday, October 19, 2026. Amachukwu…

A Nigerian man has been sentenced in the UK after pleading guilty to hacking a Wirral woman's social media accounts and blackmailing her. Bosun Osagie was sentenced to two years and three months in prison on Monday October 12, Merseyside Police reports. According to Merseyside Police: "In February 2023 we received a re…

…balcony gave a sinister smile as he was led out of a New York police station in shackles today, October 8. Angel Carrasco, 31, is charged in the de@th of 23-year-old Nathaly Rarmirez, who was thrown from a balcony at 2550 Olinville Ave. in the Bronx around 3:40 a.m. Tuesday, October 6, while she clutched their 8-month-…

…be. On getting to the location, Samson was allegedly taken into a bush and subsequently hacked to death.

…redress, the defendant confronted his uncle on his farm, engaged him in a fight and hacked him to death with a machete. The prosecution, led by Mr Ifeanyi Oguejiofor, Chief State Counsel, with Mrs Ijeoma Ugboaja, Principal State Counsel, called four witnesses, including the Investigating Police Officer, to establish it…

…Moshood (SCU Torreense, Portugal); Gift Monday (Washington Spirit, USA); Joy Omewa (BK Hacken, Sweden); Blessing Nkor (Dynamo Brest, Belarus); Oluwakemi Adegbuyi (Edo Queens); Janet Akekoromowei (SL Benfica, Portugal); Uchenna Kanu (Cruz Azul Femenil, Mexico).What is at stake for NigeriaThe Super Falcons enter the qual…

…prompting Doja to publicly criticise his actions as "unbelievably socially unaware and whack". Doja also criticised Schnapp on Instagram Live for sharing their conversation, calling it "weasel sh*t."They finally got together in 2024Doja (real name Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini) and Quinn first sparked dating rumours in A…

…yourselves over are not "cybercrime" - they're petty theft. "Cybercrime" is when Chinese hackers gain access to the control network for the electrical grid supplying an American city. "Cybercrime" is when Romanian hackers penetrate the security of a Canadian bank and siphon $40 million. "Cybercrime" is when Malaysian h…

South African man arrested for hacking his girlfriend, her sister and one other to d3ath with spade A 41-year-old South African man, James Mohajane, who was wanted in connection with the alleged m8rders of three people, including his girlfriend, has been arrested after members of the community handed him over to police…

…fraudulent crowdfunding arrangements, cryptocurrency-enabled investment scams and hacking-related fraud. The Unit said the schemes increasingly exploited fintech onboarding gaps, including tiered accounts requiring minimal identification, while digital platforms were used to rapidly recruit victims and move funds. The…

…of the defence portfolio ahead of a major election cycle.Defence HQ's X page hackedEarlier, Legit.ng reported that the official Twitter account of the Defence Headquarters of Nigeria, @DHQNigeria, was hacked on on Saturday, August 15, with the breach going unaddressed for several hours before any intervention was repor…

Iranian hackers 'shut down British power plant for four days' A small UK power generator was forced to shut down for four days after it was targeted in a cyberattack reportedly linked to Iranian hackers. The incident, which is reported to have taken place last month, is believed to be the first time Iranian-affiliated…

Cybercriminals are impersonating major brands to steal personal and banking information from victims across AfricaOver 100 fake websites linked to the malware campaign have been identified since August 2025Users urged to avoid downloading apps from unsolicited messages to protect against sophisticated cyber scamsPAY AT…

…die?” Ahmadu also cautioned against drug abuse and cybercrime, including identity theft, hacking and online fraud, saying such activities could have serious legal and long-term consequences. He advised youths to protect their digital identities, verify information before sharing it online and report suspicious activiti…

Wema Bank launched applications for Hackaholics 2026, its open-innovation programme open to startups and innovators across AfricaThe programme runs three participation tracks, a Hackathon, Startup Pitch Competition, and Social Impact TrackSelected participants can access funding, expert mentorship, and strategic partne…

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a man, Samuel Akoade, for allegedly hacking his mother, Olufunke Akoade, to death in Ore, headquarters of Odigbo Local Government Area of the state. The incident reportedly occurred on Sunday at about 5pm in the Powerline area of the community. It was gathered that the suspect…

…called on the Defence Intelligence Agency to act swiftly and restore control of the hacked accountPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! The official Twitter account of the Defence Headquarters of Nigeria, @DHQNigeria, was hacked on on Saturday, August 15, with the breach going unaddressed…

…added that Salaam was alive and remained resolute in his bid to “rescue Osun from the shackles of bad governance.” Speaking in an interview, Salaam expressed confidence in winning the election if the process was conducted freely and fairly. He said the people of Osun were behind his candidacy and eager for change. “Wit…