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CAC probes cybersecurity breach on Nigeria’s corporate registry platform – Technology Times

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The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has launched an investigation into a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorised access to parts of its information systems, raising concerns over the security of Nigeria’s corporate registry platform.

In a statement seen by Technology Times, the Commission confirms that the breach affected “limited aspects” of its systems, prompting the immediate activation of its internal response protocols.

“The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is currently reviewing a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorised access to limited aspects of its information systems,” the agency says.

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Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, Registrar-General/CEO, Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). Image credit: CAC/X.



In a statement seen by Technology Times, the Commission confirms that the breach affected “limited aspects” of its systems, prompting the immediate activation of its internal response protocols.

CAC activates response, works with NITDA

The Commission says it is working with the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), alongside other relevant government agencies and partners, to assess the scope and potential impact of the incident.

“The Commission promptly activated its response protocols and is working with National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), relevant government agencies and partners to assess the scope and impact,” CAC says.

Containment measures have already been implemented, the agency says, with additional safeguards deployed to strengthen system security while the review continues.

“Appropriate containment measures have been implemented, and additional safeguards are in place,” the Commission adds.

Users advised to take precautionary steps

While the full extent of the breach remains under review, CAC is advising users of its portal to take precautionary measures, including monitoring their records, updating login credentials and remaining vigilant against unsolicited communications.

“Stakeholders are advised to monitor their records on the CAC portal, update login credentials, and remain cautious of unsolicited communications,” the agency says.

The advisory highlights risks linked to phishing and social engineering attacks, where threat actors exploit security incidents to obtain sensitive information through fraudulent emails and messages disguised as official communication.

CAC corporate registry integrity in focus

CAC maintains that it remains committed to safeguarding the integrity of Nigeria’s business registration database, which holds critical records such as company registration details, directors’ information and shareholding structures used for compliance and verification.

For businesses, financial institutions and investors, CAC data underpins Know Your Customer (KYC) checks, due diligence processes and regulatory filings. Any disruption or perceived vulnerability, even if limited, could raise concerns around data reliability and trust in corporate records.

The incident also brings renewed attention to Nigeria’s cybersecurity and data protection framework, particularly as public institutions continue to digitise essential services.

As the country’s IT regulator, NITDA plays a central role in coordinating responses to cyber incidents and enforcing compliance with national data protection and cybersecurity policies.

Globally, cyberattacks targeting government databases and corporate registries are becoming more frequent, reflecting the high value of the economic and identity data they contain.

Investigation ongoing, CAC says

Although CAC says the breach has been contained, the ongoing investigation is expected to determine whether any sensitive corporate data was compromised and identify additional measures required to prevent future incidents.

“CAC remains committed to the security and integrity of Nigeria’s corporate registry and will provide updates as necessary,” the Commission says.

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Google adds Nano Banana-powered image generation to Gemini’s Personal Intelligence

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Google on Thursday announced that Gemini’s Personal Intelligence feature will get Nano Banana-powered image generation to create images with personalized context.

That means its AI images can be created using Gemini’s understanding of your likes and interests, without those having to be explicitly noted in the prompt.

This works because Gemini already has context of your data through Google account connections, such as Gmail and Google Photos. So, instead of typing “Generate an image of my dream home, my interests are tennis and music,” you can now just say, “Design my dream home.” 

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What’s more, the Nano Banana-powered connection can also use the labels in your Google Photos, so that it understands names and words that describe a group, like “Family”. For instance, you can create an image by saying, “Generate an image of my family and me doing our favorite activity.”

The company said the “sources” button will show how Gemini derived the context for image generation.

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Google said that just like other connections, Gemini might get the context wrong, and you can provide feedback. Plus, you can also provide reference photos for image generation by clicking the “+” icon.

The image generation feature will be available to Plus, Pro, and Ultra subscribers in the U.S. within the coming days. Google plans to bring the feature to Gemini in Chrome desktop and to other users soon.

Google first launched Personal Intelligence earlier this year and made it available to all U.S. users in March. Earlier this week, the company expanded the feature to more users in countries like India and Japan.

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JUST IN: FG Graduates 744 Repentant Terrorists After Rehabilitation Programme

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No fewer than 744 former terrorists and victims of violent extremism on Thursday graduated from the Federal Government’s De-radicalisation, Rehabilitation and Reintegration programme under Operation Safe Corridor.

A breakdown of the graduates shows that two are from Abia State, 10 from Adamawa State, one from Akwa Ibom State, two from Anambra State, 12 from Bauchi State, 597 from Borno State, three from Ebonyi State, one from Enugu State, 15 from Kano State, three from Katsina State, one from Kebbi State, five from Kogi State, four from Nasarawa State, two from Niger State, two from Plateau State, two from Sokoto State, and 58 from Yobe State.

The participants also include foreign nationals: one from Burkina Faso, one from Cameroon, two from Chad, and four from the Niger Republic.

In terms of religion, 733 of the graduates are Muslims, while 11 are Christians.

Speaking at the ceremony in Gombe, the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, said the initiative is not a reward for violence but a strategic tool to counter extremism.

Represented by the Director of Special Operations Forces at Defence Headquarters, Rear Admiral Kabiru Tanimu, he said the programme addresses the human dimension of insurgency and supports long-term peacebuilding.

He added that while military operations remain necessary to neutralise threats, sustainable peace depends on rehabilitation and reintegration efforts.

Oluyede stressed that Operation Safe Corridor is not an amnesty programme, but a structured intervention aimed at reducing violence, weakening extremist recruitment, and promoting stability.

He urged the graduates to embrace a new path, warning against a return to violence, and encouraged them to contribute positively to society.

According to him, successful reintegration requires support from state governments, communities, families, and institutions.

Earlier, the Coordinator of Operation Safe Corridor, Brig. Gen. Yusuf Ali, said the programme was designed as a strategic response to insurgency, combining security operations with rehabilitation efforts.

He explained that participants underwent psychosocial support, vocational training, religious reorientation, civic education, and behavioural transformation.

Ali noted that many beneficiaries were victims of coercion and forced recruitment, adding that the programme gives them an opportunity to rebuild their lives and reintegrate into society as responsible citizens.

He emphasised that reintegration is a shared responsibility requiring community acceptance and institutional support.

The Governor of Gombe State, Muhammad Yahaya, represented by his aide, urged the graduates to embrace the opportunity for a fresh start and become productive members of society.

He said the programme reflects the Federal Government’s commitment under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to peacebuilding, de-radicalisation, and reintegration efforts.

The graduation highlights Nigeria’s continued shift towards combining military operations with non-kinetic strategies in addressing insurgency, particularly in the North-East, as part of broader efforts to reduce recidivism and promote long-term stability.

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