Tag: Social Media
Federal Police Attempt to Re-Arrest TikToker During Lagos Court Appearance
The Nigeria Police Force, through its Force Intelligence Department (FID) in Abuja, has moved to re-arrest social media personality Olumide Ogunsanwo (popularly known as Seaking) during his court appearance at a Lagos Magistrate Court on Tuesday. The action relates to videos allegedly critical of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG),…
Bill Mandating Facebook, Bloggers, Others to Have Offices in Nigeria Passes Second Reading in Senate
A bill seeking to amend the Nigeria Data Protection Act, 2023, and requiring social media platforms and bloggers to establish physical offices in Nigeria has passed its second reading in the Senate. Sponsored by Senator Ned Nwoko (Delta North), the bill aims to regulate digital platforms operating in the country, promote accountability, and address challenges…