The new DeepSeek AI assistant has attracted a lot of attention in recent days. Kaspersky experts have also detected scam activity related to it. Due to high numbers of new users and an alleged cyberattack on DeepSeek, there are glitches in the registration process on DeepSeek’s app and website – many registrations cannot come through. This situation can be used by cybercriminals to steal the credentials of users through fake DeepSeek web pages. Through such fake registration pages, attackers can collect users’ emails and passwords. These can be exploited to access users’ accounts – on DeepSeek or in other services…
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The wave of projects’ commissioning in Lagos State continued on Tuesday, as Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu inaugurated four newly completed road projects in the Oriade town of Amuwo Odofin. The Governor inaugurated the reconstructed Old Ojo Road, opening a faster alternative route for commuters travelling on Lagos-Badagry. Sanwo-Olu also commissioned the newly rehabilitated and upgraded Mumuni Adio (formerly Buba Marwa) Road, Irede Road and Navy Town Road — all in Oriade axis of Amuwo Odofin. The projects were part of the 36 road infrastructure completed across the three senatorial districts by the Sanwo-Olu administration. The 7.65 kilometre-long Old Ojo Road, which…
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, has shut down the infamous Cemetery Market in Aba, Abia State, for the second time in two years. The agency said it uncovered and confiscated fake and substandard food and beverages worth over ₦5 billion in its latest operation tagged Operation Clean Up Aba. Described as a hub for Africa’s largest counterfeit wine and beverage cartel, Cemetery Market has been notorious for producing fake alcoholic drinks, carbonated beverages, and food products. NAFDAC’s Director-General, Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, in a statement she signed on Tuesday, described the raid as “the most…
Dominion City Church is increasingly engaging in initiatives to equip members for exponential growth and foster sustainable socio-economic advancement, as it has budgeted N1billion to empower entrepreneurs in the country. These were part of the outcomes at the just-concluded 2025 Lagos Executive Leadership Retreat for Entrepreneurs & Career Professionals, held with the President of Dominion City Global, Dr. David Ogbueli, at the church’s Lagos headquarters. The five-day retreat aimed to equip individuals with the tools and mindset to improve their economic standing and society through wealth creation, to become 10 times more productive, imbibe business innovations, access global opportunities, and…
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery is awaiting up to 12 million barrels of crude oil from the United States. The refinery resorted to crude importation as local supply challenges hindered the new $20bn refinery’s push to reach full refining capacity. Recall that the refinery plans to reach its 650,000 barrels per day capacity in June this year. However, low local crude supply from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited is currently a challenge to this plan to ramp up daily production. The 12 million barrels of crude has already left the United States and will land in Nigeria next month, according…
On a recent episode of The Real Housewives of Lagos season 3, Laura Ikeji shed light on her strained relationship with fellow cast member Carolyna Hutchings. During a visit to Adeola Adeyemi Diiadem’s beauty store, Beauty By AD, Mariam Timmer asked about Laura’s stance on apologising, given Carolyna’s public apology. Laura, while appreciative of Carolyna’s gesture, candidly stated, “I’m not quick to apologise.” She emphasised her preference for direct, in-person conversations, explaining that she and Carolyna hadn’t had the opportunity to properly address their season two conflicts. READ MORE: “Now that she has apologised in public, I would rather have…
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc, GTCO, is proud to be the headline sponsor of the 2025 NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament. The highly-anticipated Polo Series will be held at the prestigious Lagos Polo Club, Ikoyi, from 4th to 23rd February 2025. A staple in Nigeria’s sporting and social calendar, the NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament is celebrated for its rich heritage, thrilling competitions, and vibrant atmosphere. Last year’s tournament delivered a thrilling six chukkas encounter that saw Leighton Kings dispatch a hard-fighting Art Hotel Shoreline team to retain the coveted Majekodunmi Cup. The 2025 NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament is…
Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States has once again thrust the world’s attention to the U.S., with Nigerian media providing significant coverage and analysis. From policy implications to economic ties, Trump’s re-entry into the White House holds implications for global geopolitics, especially for Nigeria. This article explores the Nigerian media’s portrayal of Trump’s return to power, the sentiment reflected in the coverage, and the critical role of continuous media monitoring and intelligence for policymakers, businesses, and global brands operating in Nigeria. Nigerian media has been abuzz with discussions ranging from Trump’s controversial policies during his…
Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand has appealed to his old club to sign Victor Osimhen on loan this January transfer window. Ferdinand said Osimhen will help Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee as both strikers will learn from the Galatasaray striker. There have been calls for Man United to bring in a new top striker before the January transfer window shuts down in the next few days. Hojlund and Zirkzee have not really lived up to expectations at Old Trafford and Ferdinand wants the Red Devils to get Osimhen immediately. “I have watched Hojlund closely the last two games… it just…
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has emerged as the Governor of the Year and received the Game Changer Award at the 30th-anniversary celebration of ThisDay and the 12th anniversary of AriseTV. According to the Governor, “The event was not only a celebration of media excellence but also a reflection of the hard work and dedication of everyone involved in our administration. “I am grateful for this acknowledgment, as it reinforces our commitment to driving positive change and development in Lagos State”, the Governor added. “I dedicate this honor to my team and all the citizens of Lagos, whose support…