Nigeria: Announced Twitter Suspension
Description
Announced Twitter Suspension
The Federal Ministry of Information and Culture announced the indefinite suspension of Twitter in Nigeria on behalf of the Federal Government of Nigeria through a press release and a series of tweets. The reason behind this announcement was the use of Twitter for movements that have the potential to undermine Nigeria's 'corporate existence'. It is yet to be seen how defying the governmental ban will be punished, although Nigeria's Attorney-General of the Federation had threated prosecution for all those still using Twitter.
Original sourceScope
Policy Area
Content moderation
Policy Instrument
Content moderation regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: user-generated content
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
central government
Key regulatory dimensions
Regulated subjects
The businesses, government agencies or individuals affected by this policy or regulatory change.
producer / supplier
1
Type
Private organisation
Economic activity
platform intermediary: user-generated content
Category
Firm-specific
Policy change by business practice
The detailed activities within the scope of this policy or regulatory change.
service (digitally delivered): operate
Regulatory tool
Takedown requirement
Sanctions
Regulated subjects
1