NBS Website falls to Hackers, official updates suspended
National Bureau of Statistics (NBS)
Published By: Kazeem Ugbodaga
By Kazeem Ugbodaga
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has announced that its official website has been compromised by hackers.
In a statement issued via its verified Twitter handle, the bureau informed the public of the breach and assured that recovery efforts are actively in progress.
“This is to inform the public that the NBS Website has been hacked, and we are working to recover it. Please disregard any message or report posted until the website is fully restored. Thank you,” the agency tweeted.
The NBS, known for providing critical data and statistical reports for national development, warned citizens to ignore any information shared on the compromised platform, as it may not reflect the agency’s verified updates or accurate data.
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The bureau did not disclose the extent of the attack or the nature of the compromised information but emphasised that steps are being taken to ensure a swift resolution to the issue.
This incident underscores growing concerns about cybersecurity in Nigeria, as public institutions increasingly rely on digital platforms to disseminate information.
The NBS has called for patience and vigilance among the public as it works to restore the website to normal operations.
