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  A huge sigh of relief as 20 prospective NYSC members who were abducted in Imo State have regained their freedom. 🇳🇬 The young graduates were abducted on October 1 while travelling along the Owerri–Onitsha Road to their NYSC orientation camps. After days in captivity, they were successfully rescued on October 7 at Amakohia Ubi, Imo State, following a coordinated search-and-rescue operation involving security agencies. They have since been taken for medical assessment and necessary care. Thank God they are alive and free. 🙏🏽 Our thoughts remain with their families and everyone who stood by them during those painful days. We also commend the security personnel involved in the rescue operation. But this is a reminder that the safety of our young people must remain a national priority. May God continue to protect Nigerians travelling across the country and bring an end to kidnapping and insecurity. 🇳🇬 Nigeria must become safer for everyone. #NYSC #Nigeria #ImoState #BreakingNew...

  WhatsApp has become an essential part of everyday life in Nigeria. We use it to communicate with family and friends, run businesses, receive payments, share important information and connect with customers. Unfortunately, scammers know this too. A compromised WhatsApp account can be used to impersonate you, contact your friends and family, request money, access sensitive conversations or trick other people into becoming victims. The good news is that there are several simple steps you can take to make your WhatsApp account much harder to compromise. Here are 10 important ways to protect your WhatsApp account in 2026. 1. Never Share Your WhatsApp Verification Code This is one of the most important rules. When you register your WhatsApp number, you receive a six-digit verification code. Never give that code to another person , even if they claim to be a WhatsApp employee, bank representative, friend or family member. A scammer may say: “I accidentally sent a code to your number. Pl...

  The internet has made life easier for millions of Nigerians. We can transfer money, shop, apply for jobs, invest, meet people, run businesses and communicate with friends from anywhere. But there is another side to this convenience: online fraud is becoming more sophisticated. Scammers no longer need to meet their victims physically. A fake WhatsApp account, website, social-media profile or convincing message can be enough to steal money or personal information. Here are 10 online scams Nigerians should be particularly careful about in 2026. 1. Fake Investment and Ponzi Schemes “Invest ₦100,000 today and receive ₦150,000 in 30 days.” Promises like this should immediately raise a red flag. Fraudsters often create professional-looking websites, WhatsApp groups and social-media pages to make fake investment platforms appear legitimate. The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission warned in May 2026 about increasing promotion of unregistered online investment schemes , incl...

  After taking a break from publishing, Startech Safety & Security is back. Since its early days, Startech has been focused on bringing attention to issues surrounding crime, safety, security, fraud and matters affecting ordinary people. Now, we are returning with a renewed vision. The world has changed significantly since our last major period of activity. Crime has evolved. Fraud has moved increasingly online. Cybersecurity has become a daily concern. Social media has changed how information spreads, and Nigerians need reliable information more than ever. Startech Safety & Security is returning with one simple mission: INFORM. PROTECT. EMPOWER. We will report important security and public-interest developments while also providing practical information that can help individuals and families protect themselves. Our coverage will include security, crime, fraud alerts, cybersecurity, justice, community safety and practical safety tips. We also want to give attention t...