Arresting citizens for facebook posts violates digital rights – CITAD
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has condemned the arrest of Nigerians over comments made on Facebook and other social media platforms. According to the group, such actions break digital rights and go against democratic principles. CITAD explained that citizens have the right to express their opinions online without fear, as long as […]
Arresting students over criticism is unconstitutional – CITAD on detention of IBBUL’s Abubakar
The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has criticized the arrest of Abubakar Isah Mokwa, a postgraduate student at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL), describing it as a violation of his constitutional rights. Abubakar was reportedly detained by the police in Niger State for allegedly criticizing Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago on Facebook. In […]
‘Gen Z protest’ turns deadly as mass riots erupt over social media ban in Nepal leaving at least 14 de@d
Thousands of young people in Nepal took to the streets of Kathmandu after the government blocked 26 popular social media platforms, including Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Protesters carried the national flag and chanted slogans calling for an end to the ban and corruption, not social media. What started as peaceful demonstrations quickly turned […]
South Korea bans mobile phones in classrooms
South Korea has decided to stop students from using mobile phones in classrooms. The country joins other nations trying to reduce social media use among children and teenagers. The National Assembly passed the bill on Wednesday, and it will begin in March next year. Students will not be allowed to use smartphones or similar devices […]