SETTING THE RECORDS STRAIGHT ON CITIZEN ASAR MICHAEL SESUGH'S DEATH. (PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE.

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 Setting the Records Straight on  Citizen Asar Michael Sesugh's  Death The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,  EFCC,  considered it imperative to clear the air on some recent incidents at its Makurdi Zonal Directorate,  Benue State.   Operatives of the Directorate arrested 26 suspected cyber fraudsters on April 28,  2026.  They were profiled and kept in custody for further investigations after obtaining a Remand Order at a Magistrate Court.  Shortly after their arrest,  specifically on May 4,  2026,  three of the suspects sought permission to use the lavatory at the Directorate's  Holding Facility and were permitted.   They cashed in on the opportunity,  broke the toilet's roof and escaped from detention.  Several efforts were made to re- arrest them to no avail. However,  fresh intelligence came on Thursday,  May 21,  2026 that one of the escaped suspects,   As...

GHANA PRESIDENT X-ACCOUNT HACKED, USED TO PROMOTE CRYPTO SCAM. (PHOTO)


 Ghana President’s X Account Hacked, Used to Promote Crypto Scam


Ghana’s President John Mahama’s verified X account was hacked for 48 hours and used to promote a fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme, falsely claiming it was an initiative led by him. The hackers urged followers to invest in "Solanafrica," presenting it as a revolutionary financial project. Despite attempts to remove the posts, crypto-related content continued appearing on the account.


Mahama’s spokesperson confirmed the breach and assured the public that control had been regained. The incident highlights rising crypto scams in Africa, where weak regulations make digital assets vulnerable to fraud. Cybersecurity experts warn that high-profile figures must adopt stricter security measures to prevent such breaches.


Similar hacks have targeted public figures, including South African politician Julius Malema and Nigerian businessman Tony Elumelu. Authorities have taken measures to prevent further misuse of Mahama’s account.

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