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BREAKING: NBS Website Hacked
The public was informed of the cyberattack and reassured that recovery efforts are ongoing through a brief statement posted on the agency’s X (formerly Twitter) account.
The NBS advised that until the website is completely restored, any reports or messages posted on the compromised site should be disregarded.
The hack occurred just two weeks after the Bureau launched its updated platform.
Given the NBS’s role in providing crucial data that informs public policy and decision-making, this breach has sparked worries about the security of important national statistics.
The NBS is a vital government organization that gathers and distributes data on Nigeria’s development, governance, and economy.
This hack comes amid rising concerns over cybersecurity in Nigeria.
According to recent reports, cybercriminals are posing a growing threat to Nigeria, with over 3,700 cyberattacks taking place every week.
Ransomware and botnet activity are the main threats to the public sector, which includes important organizations like the NBS.
