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Social media regulation and free speech

Ihesiulo Grace 12 November 2019 0

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) which was proclaimed by the United Nations’ General Assembly in 1948, and adopted as the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights 1981 is a milestone document in the history of human rights. Accordingly, Nigeria as a member nation

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Kukah cautions FG on social media regulation

Ihesiulo Grace 9 November 2019 0

…Says a nation thrives on free flow of ideas and information among its citizenry The Bishop of Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Bishop Matthew Kukah, has cautioned the Federal Government against planned regulation of social media, saying it could hinder freedom of speech. Kukah disclosed this on Friday while speaking at the convocation lecture of Achievers […]

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Use social media for self development, entrepreneur advises youths

Ihesiulo Grace 18 October 2019 0

As all hands are on deck to find a lasting to solutions cyber crime in the country, a young entrepreneur, Mr Nuel Emmanuel, has advised youths to use their time on social media prudently and positive end. Emmanuel, who is also a student of the Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, gave the advice in an interview […]

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APC stalwart calls for regulation of social media to prevent abuse

Ihesiulo Grace 14 October 2019 0

Daura (Katsina state) – Malam Nura Tela-Ada, a stalwart of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Daura, Katsina state, has called for the regulation of social media to prevent abuse He disclosed this while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), in Daura, headquartres of Daura Local Government Area (LGA) of the state on […]

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Church Council Disclaims Video Associated To Bishop Bakare on Social Media

Ihesiulo Grace 1 October 2019 0

The entire Towers of flocks Evangels Ministry, Board of Trustees and members have on Monday disclaimed a viral video of Bishop Dr Osmond Bakare on social media, describing it as handiwork of distractors and enemies of Christendom whose stock in trade is character assassination. The Ministry, in a press statement made available to newsmen Monday […]

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APCON unperturbed as outrage greets proposal to vet social media adverts

Ihesiulo Grace 6 September 2019 0

Godwin Anyebe The recent decision by the Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria (APCON) to extend its regulatory oversight to cover social media advertising is already generating reactions from Nigerian social media users. According to a statement released by the regulatory body, everyone planning to put out an advert on social media has to ensure that […]

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BBN’s Koko accuses Uber driver of manhandling her

Ihesiulo Grace 11 June 2019

BBNaija’s Koko last night took to her social media handle to call out an Uber driver who according to her, manhandled her whilst he was taking her home from the Lagos airport when she missed her flight. Koko posted a screengrab showing the Uber Driver’s face and profile on her Instagram page and wrote; I’m […]

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Wheelbarrow pusher in his NYSC uniform

Ihesiulo Grace 24 May 2019

This youth corps member is currently the toast of everyone on social media at the moment because of his Inspiring story. Aliyu Abbani who is from a poor background, took to Wheelbarrow pushing to gather enough money to send himself to the Nasarawa State University where he bagged a degree. He is pictured above in […]

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8-year-old boy paintings goes viral after his mother shared it online

Ihesiulo Grace 7 March 2019 0

A talented 8-year-old boy is getting so much love on social media after his paintings were shared online by his mother. The artist, from South Africa, has done paintings of animals such as a wolf and a leopard. His works are so impressive that some web users can’t believe an 8-year-old drew such.

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Lawyers give Edo State Commisioner of police 24 hours to investigate insertion of pepper in lady’s private part

Ihesiulo Grace 6 February 2019 0

A video of an unidentified lady being stripped naked by a group of people, who inserted pepper into her private parts for allegedly stealing a mobile phone in Benin City, went viral a few days ago and has since caused outrage on social media. In the video, the lady was heard crying and denying she […]

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Boko Haram members kill soldier scheduled to wed

Ihesiulo Grace 28 January 2019 0

A Nigerian soldier who was due to get married this Friday February 1st, has died in a recent attack by Boko Haram members. According to his friends who are mourning on social media, Isa who killed in the recent Boko Haram attack in Buni Yadi, Yobe state. Himself and his bride-to-be recently had their pre-wedding […]

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I’m not a cloned president, Buhari opens up on allegation

Ihesiulo Grace 3 December 2018 0

…Says he’ll soon celebrate his 76th birthday Finally, President Muhammadu Buhari has responded to allegation making the rounds in the social media that he was dead, saying, ‘‘It’s real me, I assure you. I will soon celebrate my 76th birthday and I will still go strong.’’ The allegation on the social media in Nigeria was […]

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EFCC denies receiving N10m donation from Kano govt

Ihesiulo Grace 28 November 2018 0

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Monday denied social media report that it received N10 million donation from Kano state government. The story about the purported donation trending in the social media was attributed to a statement credited to the media aide of the Kano State governor to the effect that the Commission […]

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Judge to social media bloggers: Spread wrong news, go to jail

Ihesiulo Grace 27 November 2018 0

…Warns social media bloggers against contempt over wrong interpretation of court proceedings …Says court’s hallowed chambers forbids opinions before final judgment Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke of a Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos, on Monday, warned operators of social media platforms to desist from spreading and giving wrong news interpretation of ongoing court

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Social media: APDA chieftain calls for responsive use

Ihesiulo Grace 18 November 2018 0

The Chairman of the All Peoples Democratic Alliance (APDA), Alhaji Shitu Mohammed, has urged the Federal Government to intensify education of Nigerians on social media use. In an interview with newsmen on Sunday in Minna, Mohammed said that social media use could make or mar the upcoming elections in the country. ‘’The use of social […]

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Social media makes me look crazy – Kanye West

Ihesiulo Grace 15 October 2018 0

Kanye West is in Uganda, East Africa, to record his ninth studio album, Yandhi. However,Ye ensured he still touched base with his global fans on Saturday, engaging in a 10 minute discussion centering on ‘mind control’. The 41-year-old rapper took to Periscope platform to remind his followers that he is ‘the best living recording artist’, it’s […]

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Buhari raises alarm over `misuse’ of Social Media

Ihesiulo Grace 2 October 2018 0

President Muhammadu Buhari has alerted Nigerians on the challenges and danger associated with the misuse of what he described as “today’s world of social media.’’ The president, who raised the alarm in his national broadcast to mark Nigeria’s 58th Independence Anniversary in Abuja on Monday, frowned at the way and manner the social media was […]

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Addiction to social media encourages fake lifestyles–Expert

Ihesiulo Grace 12 September 2018 0

…Raises the alarm of negative aspect leading to insomnia A Lead Trainer for CodeforAfrica, Mr Blaise Aboh, has disclosed that addiction to social media encourages false lifestyles and other vices. Aboh, who is also the founder of Orodata Science, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Abuja. […]

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Social Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – Olayinka Ahmed

Ihesiulo Grace 20 August 2018 0

In a generation where everything needed and wanted seem to just be only available at our fingertips, but also juggling for importance and attention, we are becoming more social than ever in trying to either strike a balance of interest or been pressured to get our needs and wants met. In Africa, being through with […]

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”Nigerian Youths Are Carried Away By Things On Social Media” – Small Doctor Says As He Covers Vibe.Ng Magazine

Ihesiulo Grace 5 June 2018 0

The Certified Street Ambassador “Small Doctor” covers the latest issue of vibe.ng magazine. Temitope Adekunle popular known by his stage name “Small Doctor” talked about the story behind his stage name and his music, the reason why he adds his usual ad-lib “ain ain ain” to all his songs and expresses his joy for his […]