Nigerians Stunned by Kenyans Allegedly Hacking Tanzania Police’s X Page, Faking Samia Suluhu’s Death

Nigerian citizens have been left stunned by the recent events surrounding Kenya's alleged hacking of Tanzania's government institutions. The incident, which involved fake news and cyberattacks, has sent shockwaves across East Africa, with many people expressing their outrage and disappointment on social media.

Tanzania is currently preparing for a general election in October, during which opposition leader Tundu Lissu will be contesting. However, the CHADEMA party leader has been arrested and charged with treason and publishing false information online. Despite his denials, Lissu's supporters are facing increasing pressure from the government.

Meanwhile, some Kenyan activists who were planning to attend a rally in support of Tundu Lissu have been barred from entering Tanzania. The group, which included notable figures such as Willy Mutunga and Martha Karua, was unable to participate in the event due to the government's restrictions.

In response to the government's actions, a group of Kenyan hackers allegedly breached several accounts of government institutions, including the National Police's X page. The hackers then went on to spread fake news, including a report that President Samia Suluhu had passed away.

The incident has sparked widespread outrage across Africa and beyond. Nigerian comedian Doctall Kingsley was among those who reacted with shock and amusement on social media, jokingly warning other countries to be afraid of Kenya's "impossible" abilities.

One of the Kenyan activists who was detained in Tanzania, Boniface Mwangi, has spoken out about his harrowing experience. The human rights defender claimed that he was tortured and left for dead by Tanzanian police officers before being deported back to Kenya.

After spending four days in detention, Mwangi was finally released from Tanzania's Horohoro border post on May 22. He was then flown to Nairobi, where he received medical treatment for his injuries.

The incident has also had a significant impact on Tanzania's internet landscape. The government blocked X (formerly Twitter) in the country after several cyberattacks, including the hacking of the Tanzania Police Force's X page. Internet monitoring group NetBlocks reported that X was blocked on major service providers across the country.

The alleged hacking of Tanzania's government accounts by Kenyan activists has sent shockwaves across Africa and beyond. As the continent continues to grapple with issues of governance, security, and free speech, it remains to be seen how this incident will play out in the days ahead.