Former Nigerian Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, advocated for social media regulation to address misleading info, fake news, and anti-state groups.

Former Nigerian Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, called for social media regulation to tackle misleading info, fake news, anti-state groups & anarchists. He said the move isn't to stifle free speech, but to hold platforms accountable & ensure responsible, ethical use. Mohammed pointed to the threats posed by unchecked misinformation, including risks to national security, undermining democracy, and harming public health & safety.