Evening recap: NDPC probes data breaches, senator invited over killing comment, and other top stories

Nigeria's data protection authority is launching a forensic investigation into alleged data breaches involving the University of Lagos, Lotus Bank, and Hackerbella Limited. The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) emphasized the heightened responsibility institutions have to process personal data lawfully, fairly, transparently, and securely.

In politics, Senator Francis Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District, has been summoned by the Osun State police command. This follows a viral video where Fadahunsi allegedly urged for the killing of any Accord Party members found in Ilesa before the upcoming governorship election. The Commissioner of Police overseeing the election, Samuel Etaifo, confirmed the invitation.

In sports, Katsina United Football Club has issued a clarification regarding reports about their player, Chinedu Ozor. After Ozor's death was confirmed by medical personnel and he was moved to the morgue, claims surfaced that movement was observed on his body, leading to his transfer to an Intensive Care Unit. The club has debunked these reports, firmly stating that the player had indeed passed away and did not regain consciousness.

Additionally, Sheikh Muhammad Jingir, Chairman of the Ulama Council of Jama’atu Izalatil Bid’ah Wa’ikamatis Sunnah, has reiterated his support for a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 elections. His stance remains unchanged despite potential controversy.