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One of the fastest-growing crimes of the 21st Century is identity theft. The statistics are such that almost everyone has either had an experience or knows someone who has fallen victim. It is, therefore, necessary to protect oneself from this menace. Here are tips that you will find helpful. Use Strong Passwords : According to Centrify, hacked passwords cause 81% of data breaches. When setting up your passwords for platforms that contain sensitive information like your email or your mobile banking app, it is important that you use strong passwords. A password with over 8 characters, inclusive of lower and upper case letters, a number and a symbol is highly recommended. Do Not Share Your PIN or Passwords : Regardless of how rampant identity theft is, research by TechJury showed that 33% of adults admit to sharing their login credentials with other people. It is important that you refrain from sharing your PIN or Passwords with anyone as doing this increases the chances of bein...

Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi of Enugu State, on Thursday, at the EXCO Chambers of the Government House, Enugu, swore in Prof. Simon Ortuanya as Secretary to the State Government (SSG), following his appointment on Wednesday. It would be recalled that Gov. Ugwuanyi, during his consultative meeting with stakeholders of Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area, at the Government House, Enugu, yesterday, announced Prof. Ortuanya’s appointment. Responding after he was sworn in, the new SSG thanked Gov. Ugwuanyi for considering him worthy of the position, and pledged to give his best in the service of the state and humanity. Until his new appointment, Prof. Ortuanya, a Professor of Law, Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), was the Director-General of South East Governors Forum (SEGF). He was also the former Associate Dean of Faculty of Law, University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN), and former Head of Department, Department of Private Law, ESUT. The new SSG served as a member ...