Agba Jalingo acquitted of cybercrime charges
Nigerian authorities continue to criminalise journalism through the unwarranted use of the 2015 Cybercrimes Act.
Nigeria’s media sector being harassed by cybercrime unit
Media Rights Agenda calls on President Tinubu to take action against powerful political figures and rich individuals usurping their authority.
MRA, IPC and CEMESO adopt Lagos Plan of Action in collaboration with Global Rights
Nigerian media advocacy groups pledge to hold government accountable for media freedom violations through rigorous tracking and documentation of attacks on journalists.
Nigerian journalist Segun Olatunji snatched from his home
The illegal arrest of Nigerian journalist Segun Olatunji by armed military personnel appears to be linked to a series of investigative stories.
Constant muzzling of online voices in Nigeria
Social media critics are being relentlessly threatened or arbitrarily arrested, primarily through the Cybercrime Act.
Nigeria’s fight against impunity given impetus by landmark ruling
A Federal High Court has ordered Nigeria’s government to investigate attacks on reporters, prosecute perpetrators and ensure the safety of journalists.
Four Nigerian journalists charged with cybercrime
Adisa-Jaji Azeez, Salihu Ayatullahi, Salihu Shola Taofeek and Abdulrahman Taye Damilola are facing charges of defamation for exposing corruption at a Nigerian state technical college.
Nigerian journalist Saint Mienpamo Onitsha freed on bail
Saint Mienpamo Onitsha was charged with cyberstalking for reporting on tensions in the southern Niger Delta region according to his charge sheet.
MRA is concerned by paltry budget for implementation of FOI Act
Media Rights Agenda is calling on the Nigerian government to demonstrate its commitment to the effective implementation of the FOI Act by allocating adequate resources for activities.
Nigerian police use devious method to arrest Saint Mienpamo Onitsha
The arrest of Saint Mienpamo Onitsha adds to the growing number of journalists arrested under Nigeria’s Cybercrimes Act for their work.
Two Nigerian journalists charged with cyberstalking for reporting on corruption
If they are found guilty, Aiyelabegan Babatunde AbdulRazaq and Oluwatoyin Luqman Bolakale face the prospect of a jail sentence and a fine under the Cybercrimes Act.
Nigerian Communications Commission demands protection of data
The Nigerian Communications Commission has warned telemarketers that mining data of subscribers for commercial use is prohibited under the country’s regulations.
Horrific end for Nigerian broadcaster Hamisu Danjibga
The International Press Centre urges police to carry out a thorough investigation into gruesome murder of Hamisu Danjibga.
DAAR Communications broadcasting stations taken off air
‘Raypower FM’ and ‘Africa Independent Television’ go silent, following the deliberate destruction of their transmission equipment.