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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has alerted Nigerians to a new high-risk Short Messaging Service-based malware, TangleBot, which infects Android mobile devices. TangleBot is installed when an unsuspecting user clicks on a malicious link disguised as COVID-19 vaccination appointment-related information or information about fake local power outages. The malware gains access to several different permissions when installed on a device, allowing it to eavesdrop on user communications and steal sensitive data stored on the device. It also takes complete control of the targeted device, including access to banking data, and can reach the deepest recesses of the Android operating system. The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has urged telecom consumers to be wary of cybercriminals, and MTN Nigeria Communications Plc (MTN) has declared a turnover of N1.7 trillion for the year 2021. MTN is proposing a final dividend of N8.57 per 2 kobo ordinary shares for the period, and its profit before tax stood at N436.7 billion, while profit after tax accelerated 45.5% to N298.7 billion. EBITDA grew by 27.9% to N877.1 billion, and MTNN cited an extension of its coverage areas for 4G services as the catalyst.