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How to keep your identity safe online
Nowadays with so many of us basically living our lives via the internet, the issue of privacy is something we should be taking very seriously.
Nowadays with so many of us basically living our lives via the internet, the issue of privacy is something we should be taking very seriously. Whether you’re giving out your bank details when placing some bets on casinos, shopping online, or simply using messaging and chat apps, there are plenty of ways that hackers are finding to steal and misuse your information.
However, before you get too afraid and start shutting down all your accounts and operating a cash-only policy, we wanted to share with you some useful and practical tips for keeping you and your information safe when using the internet.
As with most things, as long as you’re being vigilant and using some common sense, you’re likely going to be fine, but it’s better to be safe than sorry.
Use cloud-based software: Cloud-based software programs such as iCloud, Google Drive and DropBox are not only good at keeping your computer and devices from being clogged up with too many files, but they’re a great alternative to keeping hard copies of things from lying around your house or even just digital copies on your devices.
Cloud storage is especially good for making sure your sensitive information is hidden in a place where it can’t be accessed if your device is lost or stolen, and is also a great way of keeping things secure if, for example, there was a fire or flood at your house.
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Change passwords regularly: Most people are aware of the importance of passwords for securing their devices, but not only are they crucial to have, but it’s also crucial that you keep them updated once every few months.
Passwords that are kept the same for a longer period of time are at greater risk from hackers, as are weak passwords such as 1234 or easy to guess names.
If you have a lot of passwords to remember and think it could be challenging to have different ones for each device or account you use, then something like LastPass would be something worth looking into.
Update your devices: Most devices nowadays have some kind of function that allows them to update after a certain period of time, such as iPhones, for example. Once they’ve not been updated for a while they may start slowing down and even not allowing certain functionality or new apps to be installed.
One of the main reasons for this is that older devices and hardware are at greater risk of hackers as they age, so with each new update comes a new layer of security to protect your device, your information and your identity.
Get in the habit of checking things every month or so: Even if you take every step listed above, you can’t just do it once. You need to stay on top of things and make sure that you’re checking in with your information to ensure that nothing is amiss. For example, is your computer running slower than usual after you’ve just cleared a lot of files from it? Or are there some transactions on your online banking that you don’t recognize?
Of course, there are never going to be any guarantees with your safety online as things become more complex and hackers get more sophisticated, but if you at least follow the rules above then you’re going to be reducing your risk of cyber-attacks very greatly.
Coronavirus
COVID-19 Update in Nigeria
On the 28th of October 2020, 147 new confirmed cases and 4 deaths were recorded in Nigeria
The spread of novel Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19) in Nigeria continues to record significant increases as the latest statistics provided by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control reveal Nigeria now has 62,371 confirmed cases.
On the 28th of October 2020, 147 new confirmed cases and 4 deaths were recorded in Nigeria, having carried out a total daily test of 3,270 samples across the country.
To date, 62,371 cases have been confirmed, 58,095 cases have been discharged and 1,139 deaths have been recorded in 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. A total of 617,750 tests have been carried out as of October 28th, 2020 compared to 614,480 tests a day earlier.
COVID-19 Case Updates- 28th October 2020,
- Total Number of Cases – 62,371
- Total Number Discharged – 58,095
- Total Deaths – 1,1139
- Total Tests Carried out – 617,750
According to the NCDC, the 147 new cases were reported from 12 states- Lagos (82), FCT (20), Rivers (9), Kaduna (8), Plateau (8), Benue (5), Edo (3), Kano (3), Nasarawa (3), Taraba (3), Ogun (2), Bauchi (1).
Meanwhile, the latest numbers bring Lagos state total confirmed cases to 21,017, followed by Abuja (6,028), Plateau (3,622), Oyo (3,433), Rivers (2,790), Edo (2,657), Kaduna (2,633), Ogun (2,016), Delta (1,813), Kano (1,746), Ondo (1,666), Enugu (1,314), Kwara (1,069), Ebonyi (1,049), Katsina (952), Osun (923), Abia (898), Gombe (883). Borno (745), and Bauchi (711).
Imo State has recorded 616 cases, Benue (491), Nasarawa (482), Bayelsa (403), Ekiti (332), Jigawa (325), Akwa Ibom (295), Anambra (277), Niger (274), Adamawa (257), Sokoto (165), Taraba (143), Kebbi (93), Cross River (87), Yobe (82), Zamfara (79), while Kogi state has recorded 5 cases only.
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Lock Down and Curfew
In a move to combat the spread of the pandemic disease, President Muhammadu Buhari directed the cessation of all movements in Lagos and the FCT for an initial period of 14 days, which took effect from 11 pm on Monday, 30th March 2020.
The movement restriction, which was extended by another two-weeks period, has been partially put on hold with some businesses commencing operations from May 4. On April 27th, 2020, Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari declared an overnight curfew from 8 pm to 6 am across the country, as part of new measures to contain the spread of the COVID-19. This comes along with the phased and gradual easing of lockdown measures in FCT, Lagos, and Ogun States, which took effect from Saturday, 2nd May 2020, at 9 am.
On Monday, 29th June 2020 the federal government extended the second phase of the eased lockdown by 4 weeks and approved interstate movement outside curfew hours with effect from July 1, 2020. Also, on Monday 27th July 2020, the federal government extended the second phase of eased lockdown by an additional one week.
On Thursday, 6th August 2020 the federal government through the secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and Chairman of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 announced the extension of the second phase of eased lockdown by another four (4) weeks.
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COVID-19: Ogun orders full reopening of churches, mosques, hotels
Religious centres and other public places have been reopened following the success recorded in flattening the curve of COVID-19.
The Ogun State Government has ordered the full reopening of churches, mosques, businesses, hotels, and entertainment centres across the state.
This was disclosed by the State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Kunle Somorin, via the state’s Twitter handle on Wednesday.
Abiodun stated that the religious centres and other public places had been reopened, following the success recorded in flattening the curve of COVID-19.
According to him, the government is aware that many people are just recovering from the economic hardship imposed by COVID-19, as their activities had been affected by the lockdown, while necessary measures had been put in place to combat the pandemic.
He stated, “In the process of rebuilding the economy, the State Government was irrevocably committed to the successful implementation of the “Building our Future Together” agenda, and would ensure everything possible for people to have increased prosperity that would place the State on a sound footing towards continued development.
“Government would improve on testing, just as it continues to monitor the development and not hesitate to do selective lockdown should there be any flagrant disobedience to the set COVID-19 protocols.”
COVID-19: Ogun orders full reopening of churches, mosque, hotels
Pleased with the drop of COVID-19 infections in Ogun State, @dabiodunMFR, has announced that all hotels, viewing centres, marquees, event centres, suites, guest houses, motels, and establishments providing…. pic.twitter.com/sMiUe3DUt5
— Ogun State Government – OGSG (@OGSG_Official) October 28, 2020
What you should know
Governor Abiodun had closed religious centres, businesses and schools in March, as part of moves to flatten the curve of the coronavirus.
He later announced the reopening of only worship centres and schools in August.
Abiodun pegged the number of worshippers for each service at 200, and insisted that services must not exceed one and a half hours.
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