Nigeria Sultan of Sokoto Calls for Social Media Regulation, Citing Threat to National Unity

The Digest:

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called on the Nigerian government to implement stricter regulation of social media, labeling it a significant threat to national peace and unity. Speaking through the Emir of Zazzau at a major northern summit, the Sultan lamented that the platforms enable unchecked disrespect and division, allowing individuals to insult leaders and citizens alike without consequence.

Key Points:

• The Sultan of Sokoto has urged the government to regulate social media.
• He cited its misuse as a threat to national peace, unity, and mutual respect.
• The statement was delivered at the Northern Ulamah Summit in Kaduna.
• The Sultan criticized the ability to insult leaders without facing consequences.
• He pointed to other nations that trace and punish offenders as a model to follow.
• The summit focused on insecurity and the role of religious leaders.
• The call has sparked significant public debate about free speech and control.

This call for control highlights the growing storm between the imperative for national cohesion and the fundamental principles of free expression in the digital age.

Sources: PM News