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9 Ways to Ensure Safer Messaging Experience on WhatsApp
People share some of their most personal thoughts and information via messaging apps. WhatsApp safeguards all your messages with default end-to-end encryption – which means only you and the person you are chatting with can see them.
However, here are a few additional steps you can take to add additional layers of security to your conversations.
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Use Two-step verification to protect your account: Activate two-step verification to add more security to your WhatsApp account. Once enabled, you will be asked for a 6-digit PIN when resetting or verifying your account. This safeguards your account against phishing attacks and takeover attempts by scammers.
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Always use the official app: Make sure you’re using the latest version of the official WhatsApp. Your messages are only secure and private when using the official app. Make sure the logo looks correct, and the name of the app is just “WhatsApp”. Fake apps pose security risks, including sending spam and scams to others without your knowledge. If you’re on Android and simply want two accounts on your phone, you can now add a second account using one official app (Learn more).
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Safeguard sensitive information with disappearing options: For greater privacy on your messaging experience, you can choose to send photos and media with View Once which will allow recipients to see the message only once without the option to save, forward, screenshot or share the message. View once is also available for voice notes, allowing them to be played just once.
Switching off read recipients and using disappearing messages are other features to further protect chats that are important to you.
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Protect your most personal chats with Chat Lock: Add another layer of security to your intimate conversations with Chat Lock. It places a particular chat thread in a folder that can only be accessed by you. You can also create a unique password that’s different from your device password to protect chats that mention personal or financial information. In the event someone else gets access to your phone, chat lock will keep your conversations safe from prying eyes.
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Be the best admin for your Group/Community: If you’re the admin for your work WhatsApp group or your neighbourhood community, you can safeguard it to ensure it’s a place for meaningful connection and conversations. You can decide who joins a group, restrict members’ permissions to make changes to your community’s subject, icon or description, and even delete unwanted messages or remove members.
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Protect against scams: Scams can happen anywhere, via calls, email or messages. The first step to protecting yourself is to pause and think. If you receive a suspicious message that asks for personal information, verify if you know the contact, have common groups with them or is even coming from the country you’re in. WhatsApp asks if you want to Block an unknown contact right away. Even later, it is easy to report and block suspicious contacts to keep your account secure.
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Silence unknown callers: Calls from unknown numbers can disrupt your day. WhatsApp lets you silence unknown callers, helping automatically prevent spam and scam calls.
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Only link devices from trusted sources: WhatsApp lets you link up to four devices to your primary phone for an uninterrupted chat experience. However, when linking your device to a desktop using a QR code, make sure you type in the URL web.whatsapp.com or have the official app (from whatsapp.com/download or the app store). You can also review your linked devices by going to Settings>Linked Devices and logging out any device you don’t recognise.
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Take the Privacy checkup: Not sure about which privacy settings to use? Take the privacy check-up on your WhatsApp app to know more about features that can keep your conversations protected and enable the features you need, all in one place.
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EvaluatePR to Explore ‘PR After the Algorithm: Trust, Truth & Intelligence in 2026’
P+ Measurement Services, Nigeria’s leading independent media intelligence and PR measurement agency, will host the 31st edition of its flagship thought-leadership platform, EvaluatePR, on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (WAT).
Themed PR After the Algorithm: Trust, Truth & Intelligence in 2026, this virtual session will convene professionals across public relations, communications, and media measurement to explore how algorithms, artificial intelligence, and digital ecosystems are reshaping reputation management, media influence, and audience trust.
With the increasing role of automation in communications, the event will challenge professionals to rethink how credibility is built and sustained in a fast-evolving digital landscape, while emphasising the need for transparency, ethical measurement, and strategic intelligence.
The session will feature a distinguished lineup of speakers representing diverse expertise across global communications, media intelligence, and analytics: Felicia Nugroho – Director, Analytics & Insights, Maverick Indonesia / Chair, Asia Pacific & International Board Director, AMEC; Cyrille Djami – Founder & Publisher, CommsOfAfrica; Strategic Communications, Editorial and Influence Consultant; Amrita Sidhu – Managing Director, Medianet / Director & Board Representative, AsiaNet / Board Member, AMEC; and Satira Osemudiamen Oreweme – Principal Consultant, Satira Media & Public Relations Limited.
Together, they will lead insightful discussions on how communicators can navigate the intersection of technology and trust, maintain authenticity in automated environments, and leverage data-driven intelligence to deliver meaningful communication outcomes.
Participation in the session is free, with access available via the official registration link: https://bit.ly/4stWjUh
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Indigo Wins Another SABRE Africa Award
Integrated Indigo Limited, one of Nigeria’s leading full-service marketing communications consultancy firms, has once again proved its mettle as an agency to reckon with, not only in Nigeria but also across the continent, by winning another award at the 2026 Superior Achievement in Branding, Reputation & Engagement (SABRE) Awards recently held in South Africa.
Indigo won in the Industrial/Manufacturing category for its impactful ‘Women on Wheels’ campaign executed for Lafarge Africa Plc. The award-winning ‘Women on Wheels’ campaign was designed to challenge gender stereotypes and promote inclusivity within the industrial and manufacturing sector, while amplifying Lafarge Africa’s commitment to empowering women through innovative and purpose-driven initiatives.
Last year, the agency emerged as the winner for its effective communication strategy and execution on the Nigerian Breweries Plc Rights Issue.
Commenting on the win, the Managing Director/CEO, Integrated Indigo Limited, Bolaji Abimbola, explained that the success of the campaign was driven by a shared vision between the agency and Lafarge Africa Plc, noting that the win reflects the agency’s long-standing commitment to delivering impactful and purpose-driven campaigns that go beyond traditional communications.
Abimbola added that such recognitions serve as both validation and motivation for the agency to continue pushing boundaries, challenging norms, and delivering innovative solutions that create real value for clients and society at large.
“We are thrilled to receive this recognition for our ‘Women on Wheels’ campaign. This win is a testament to our consistency and dedication to breaking new ground by relentlessly pushing bold ideas, building impactful collaborations, and fostering strong partnerships. We are proud of the impact this campaign has created and grateful to our clients for trusting us to bring this vision to life,” he said.
Abimbola also commended the Integrated Indigo team for their creativity, passion, and resilience, noting that the award reflects the collective effort of a team committed to excellence and innovation.
“I would like to celebrate our incredible team for their commitment and drive. This achievement belongs to every individual who contributed to making this campaign a success. We remain focused on pushing boundaries, delivering value, and continuing to create meaningful impact for our clients and the communities we serve,” he added.
As it celebrates this milestone, Integrated Indigo reaffirms its commitment to delivering innovative communication solutions, pushing boundaries, and creating campaigns that generate lasting impact.
The 2026 Africa SABRE Awards shortlist includes more than 120 campaigns, selected from over 500 entries in this year’s competition, which recognises Superior Achievement in Branding, Reputation and Engagement. The campaigns were evaluated by a jury of industry leaders. The 2026 Africa SABRE Awards took place on March 17 in South Africa.
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Moniepoint Acquires Orda to Explore Africa’s $50bn Restaurant Economy
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
A leading cloud-based restaurant management platform operating in Nigeria, Orda Africa, has been acquired by the continent\s all-in-one financial ecosystem platform, Moniepoint Incorporated.
The acquisition of Orda comes as Africa’s food service industry experiences unprecedented growth, with the sector valued at $50 billion and Nigeria’s market alone projected to reach $19.31 billion by 2030, growing at 11.73 per cent annually.
With Orda’s restaurant-focused capabilities now part of the Moniepoint ecosystem, the platform is well-positioned to capture this opportunity.
Business Post gathered that Orda will now become part of the Moniebook platform, the all-in-one Point-of-Sale (POS) and business management platform of Moniepoint.
Since launching its business management tools product in 2025, Moniebook has rapidly become the go-to platform for thousands of African businesses seeking integrated financial and operational tools, seamlessly unifying payments and bookkeeping in one platform.
With Orda, restaurant owners can now gain access to this proven ecosystem that creates unprecedented opportunities to scale operations, optimise performance, and access credit, as well as the extensive reach of Moniepoint, which has powered growth for millions of African businesses.
“The food industry isn’t just about feeding people; it’s a major source of jobs and daily survival for many Africans. It highlights how vital the informal sector is, not just for the economy, but for everyday life across the continent,” the chief executive of Moniepoint, Mr Tosin Eniolorunda, said.
Data has shown us that Africa’s restaurant sector is one of the continent’s most dynamic economic engines, yet the majority of food businesses still operate with manual processes and fragmented tools.
“By bringing Orda into Moniepoint, we are giving restaurant owners what they deserve: one simple platform that handles everything from managing their kitchen to growing their business.
“Our goal remains to create financial happiness for Africans, giving them the tools to reach their full potential, and that’s exactly what we’ve built here,” he added.
Also commenting, the chief executive of Orda, Mr Guy Futi, said, “Orda has found the perfect home in Moniepoint. We have spent years building deep expertise in restaurant operations, but we have always known that to truly transform the industry, we needed to connect that expertise with comprehensive financial infrastructure.
“That’s exactly what this integration delivers. For our customers, we are assuring a smooth transition with no disruption to the platform and retained access to the support you are used to. What changes is your access to opportunities. Over the coming weeks, being part of Moniepoint means you’ll have more tools, more reach, and more ways to grow your business than ever before.”
Moniepoint was established in 2015 by Mr Eniolorunda and Mr Felix Ike. The firm has considerably expanded its offerings to include digital payments, business and personal banking, credit, cross-border payments, and business management tools, with a customer base exceeding 20 million active businesses and personal banking customers and processes over $250 billion in digital payment transaction value annually.
On its part, Orda was formed in 2020 to give Africa’s small and independent restaurants the tools they need to run more efficiently, providing a purpose-built software to businesses that had long operated without it.
Combining their respective strengths, Moniepoint and Orda are expected to deliver a purpose-built solution that empowers food businesses at every scale to manage orders, track inventory, pay suppliers, and access working capital, all in one seamless experience.
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