Nigerian police official states that online harassment is a crime, not protected speech.
Nigeria's Police Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, stated that online harassment, or "raining curses," is considered cyberbullying and is a punishable criminal offense. Adejobi clarified that this behavior is not protected by freedom of speech and is distinct from defamation. This declaration comes amid public debates over the limits of online expression and the legality of online abuse.
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