Hackers Compromise National Bureau of Statistics Website, Urged to Ignore Reports

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The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has confirmed that its official website was compromised by hackers late on Wednesday evening. The agency made an announcement via social media, urging the public to disregard any information published on the site until the situation is resolved.

 

“We regret to inform the public that our website has been hacked, and we are actively working to restore it. Please refrain from viewing or acting on any reports or data posted until further notice,” the statement read.

 

This security breach comes just a day after the NBS released a significant report detailing crime trends and public security perceptions in Nigeria. According to the findings, Nigerians collectively paid a staggering N2.23 trillion as ransom over a one-year period between May 2023 and April 2024.

 

The survey also recorded over 51.89 million crime incidents across the country during the same period. Of these, the north-west region experienced the highest number of incidents, exceeding 14 million, while the south-east recorded the lowest with just over six million. The report also highlighted a concerning trend: crime rates were higher in rural areas, with over 26 million recorded incidents, compared to approximately 25 million in urban regions.

 

NBS officials have reassured the public that the situation is being addressed and further updates will be provided once the website is secured.