16 h. ago AGF takes over trial of lawyer, influencers accused of cyberbullying Senator Shehu Buba

The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has taken over the prosecution of an Abuja lawyer and four social media influencers accused of cyberbullying Senator Umar Shehu Buba.

Technology

18 h. ago Viral Video: Lagos Police Arrest 13 For Allegedly Assaulting Inspector After Wrongly Accusing Him Of Theft In Oshodi

The Lagos State Police Command has seen a video circulating widely across various social media platforms showing an Inspector of Police being beaten, with a caption falsely alleging that he was caught stealing. The Command wishes to categorically clarify that the narration accompanying the video is false and misleading. (2) The Inspector in question is […] The post Viral Video: Lagos Police Arrest 13 For Allegedly Assaulting Inspector After Wrongly Accusing Him Of Theft In Oshodi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

36 h. ago Gaise Baba Leads Popular Secular Artists On Nigeria’s 2025 YouTube Music Chart

American social media and online video sharing platform, YouTube, has released its 2025 Nigeria Rankings, unveiling the platforms, creators and music videos that defined Nigerian viewership this year. The streaming platform named gospel singer Akinade Ibuoye, popularly known as “Gaise Baba” and Nollywood actress Omoni Oboli as its standout artistes of 2025. This was contained […]

Culture

41 h. ago Limit children’s access to phones, social media, Kate Henshaw urges parents

Actress Kate Henshaw urges parents to limit children’s screen time, citing negative effects on their focus, character, and real-life relationships. Read More: https://punchng.com/limit-childrens-access-to-phones-social-media-kate-henshaw-urges-parents/

Society

61 h. ago Australia moves first with bold social media ban for under 16s

Children across Australia will wake up on Wednesday unable to log into their social media accounts, as the country becomes read more Australia moves first with bold social media ban for under 16s

Politics

3 d. ago Australian PM Makes Last Pitch On Eve Of Teen Social Media Ban

Social media companies face fines of Aus$49.5 million (US$32 million) if they fail to take "reasonable steps" to comply with the legislation. The post Australian PM Makes Last Pitch On Eve Of Teen Social Media Ban appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

4 d. ago Sokoto authorities deny reports of mosque attack in Sabon Birni LGA

Authorities in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State have debunked reports circulating on social media that armed men attacked a mosque in the area, killing an Imam and several worshippers.

Politics

6 d. ago Nwoko Seeks Social Media Regulation As TikToker Acuses Him Of Plot To Kill Regina Daniels

Senator Ned Nwoko, who represents Delta North, has renewed his push for the passage of the social media regulation bill, citing the spread of damaging online allegations — including a recent claim that he paid to have his estranged wife, Regina Daniels, killed. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Nwoko, passed second reading in the Senate on March […] The post Nwoko Seeks Social Media Regulation As TikToker Acuses Him Of Plot To Kill Regina Daniels appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Politics

6 d. ago EU Slams Elon Musk’s X With $140m Fine Over Content Rule Breach

The European Union (EU), on Friday, imposed a hefty €120 million ($140 million) fine on Elon Musk’s social media platform, X Corp, for violating key provisions of the bloc’s Digital Services Act (DSA), marking the first major sanction under the landmark regulation. According to EU tech regulators, X breached multiple transparency and safety obligations, including […]

Politics

7 d. ago Ned Nwoko threatens legal action over viral ‘defamatory posts’

Senator Ned Nwoko is taking legal action against individuals circulating defamatory content about him and his family on social media platforms. Read More: https://punchng.com/ned-nwoko-threatens-legal-action-over-viral-defamatory-posts/

Politics

8 d. ago Wike Appoints Galadima As Special Assistant On Development Control, Planning

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has appointed Town Planner Mukhtar Usman Galadima as the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Development Control and Planning. In a statement on Wednesday evening signed by the minister’s senior special assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Galadima is a seasoned Town Planner with over 30 […]

Politics

8 d. ago Yari didn’t claim Tinubu is ‘caged’ but praised his hard work – Shehu

Hon Aminu Shehu, one of Abdulaziz Yari’s closest allies, has refuted a claim circulating on social media alleging that Abdulaziz read more Yari didn’t claim Tinubu is ‘caged’ but praised his hard work – Shehu

Politics

8 d. ago Amorim: I stay off social media to protect my family from abuse

Ruben Amorim has opened up on why he stays away from social media, noting the decision is to protect himself read more Amorim: I stay off social media to protect my family from abuse

Politics

9 d. ago I’ve developed thick skin against false accusations on social media — Shettima

“I know they will come after me. That’s the price of leadership. There are serious commentators and there are mischief mongers.

Politics

9 d. ago Australia Says Social Media Ban To Protect Young From ‘Purgatory’

The country will, from December 10, ban under-16s from a raft of the world's most popular social media platforms and websites, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. The post Australia Says Social Media Ban To Protect Young From ‘Purgatory’ appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

9 d. ago YouTube Says Australia Social Media Ban Makes Children ‘Less Safe’

The country will, from December 10, ban users under the age of 16 from a raft of the world's most popular social media platforms and websites, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. The post YouTube Says Australia Social Media Ban Makes Children ‘Less Safe’ appeared first on Channels Television.

Politics

9 d. ago SSS Arraigns Sowore, Facebook, X For Cybercrime Over Posts Calling Tinubu Criminal

The State Security Service (SSS) on Tuesday arraigned Omoyele Sowore, human rights activist and publisher of Sahara Reporters, at the Federal High Court in Abuja for allegedly cyberbullying President Bola Tinubu by calling him a criminal. Mr Sowore was arraigned alongside the parent companies of Facebook and X over his posts on the social media […] The post SSS Arraigns Sowore, Facebook, X For Cybercrime Over Posts Calling Tinubu Criminal appeared first on Information Nigeria.

Events

9 d. ago Court Warns Sowore, Threatens Bail Revocation Over Alleged Defamatory Social Media Posts

A Federal High Court in Abuja has warned politician and human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, against making further public statements considered detrimental to national peace and security on social media. In a ruling on Tuesday, Justice Mohammed Umar cautioned that the court would not hesitate to revoke Sowore’s bail if he repeated such actions. The […]

Events

9 d. ago Social media anarchists, greatest threat to democracy, national survival — Shettima

Nigeria’s democratic future and the safety of its media came under sharp focus on Tuesday as Vice President Kashim Shettima, Minister of Information Mohammed Idris, and leading editors addressed journalists at..

Events

9 d. ago US Embassy launches ‘made in America, loved in Nigeria’ social media skit contest

According to the Mission, the initiative reflects its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s rapidly growing creative sector and

Politics