Thebest12: Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, yesterday, explained why the military cannot dabble into enforcement of Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention ETC) Act, 2015, which the executive has categorised as “hate speech” in social media.
The IGP said enforcement of the law is not within the military’s purview.
He also disclosed that offenders risk 10 years jail time and N25 million fine, on conviction.
Idris reiterated that it is the responsibility of the police to maintain law and order in a democratic society, hence, the Armed Forces should not be allowed to arrest alleged purveyors of hate speeches.
Speaking at a roundtable organised by the National Orientation Agency (NOA), in Abuja for bloggers, online publishers, social media influencers and the traditional media, on the dangers of the current spate of hate speeches in the country, the police boss urged Nigerians to be mindful of Sections 24 and 26 of the Act.STUPID GOVT BUT CAN STILL USE HATE SPEECH ON OTHERS WHO IS FOOLING WHO
Idris, who was represented by Mr London Joseph, reminded social media operators that an offender, on conviction risk imprisonment for 10 years and/or a minimum fine of 25m.
“For the avoidance of doubt, section 4 of the Police Act has empowered the Nigeria Police Force to arrest and prosecute criminal suspects in the country.
“However, section 47 (1) of the Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention ETC) Act provides that law enforcement agencies shall have the power to prosecute offences under this Act while section 58 thereof defines law enforcement agencies to include “any agency for the time being responsible for implementation and enforcement of the provisions of this Act.” Continuing, he added that, “as the Nigerian Army is not one of the law enforcement agencies envisaged by the Act and other penal laws, it should not be permitted to enforce any of the laws against hate speeches.”
Director of Defence Information, Major General John Enenche had recently explained that the military’s monitoring of the media was only to get information for threat analysis, which had nothing to do with monitoring hate speech on social media.
In his remarks, NOA Director General, Dr Garba Abari, noted that the vibrancy of every democracy was measured by the freedom the media enjoyed.
Abari said the emergence and activities of new news media have thrown up great concerns within the social space, hence the imperative of reasoning together, to “appreciate the dangers of conflict insensitive communication and possibly stimulate bloggers and social media enthusiasts to evolve a Code of Ethics, in order to self-regulate their practice.”
He also disclosed that the NOA had, in a bid to stem the dangerous tide, commenced a process of engaging bloggers and social med The programme has taken place in four geo-political zones of the country. They are North-Central, North West, South West and South South. . (The Sun)
Freshkidavid: Primate Ayodele of Inri Evangelical Spiritual Church, Lagos has released a new set of prophecies in his new book titled "Warning to the Nations".
In the book he said "the voice of God says the name Aso Rock will be changed in the nearest future and the location may also change. Let us pray to rebuke death and shootings in the villa. I forsee that from 2032, Nigeria will not be one country again as I foresee five nations coming out of Nigeria. In 2024, there may be a natural disaster and in the nearest future, the name Lagos may change and Ibadan may become a state'.
He also said, 'The spirit of God says power will still return to the North in 2019 and Nigerians will be shocked as regards who becomes president. The second term bid of President Buhari will be dicey. I foresee that the international community will gang up against him especially on issues of human rights and corruption. President Buhari needs prayers for his health as his health condition will be troubling him. People who are to help the Buhari governmnet are the ones that will fight him. I foresee an unexpected change in the government of Buhari, he will be disappointed by close confidants'.Let me help you with factual information:
1. Fatima Buhari (daughter) is in Stratford, Uk. 2. Nana-Hadiza (daughter) lives in Buckingham. 3. Safinatu Muhammadu (daughter) is in Arden University, UK. 4. Halima Buhari (daughter that is not so intelligent) just finished law school in Lagos and has gone back to Leicester, UK. 5. Yusuf Buhari (son) is in the university of Surrey, UK. 6. Zahra Buhari (daughter) married but still visiting from her surrey duplex in the UK. 7. Aisha Buhari and Amina Buhari (daughters), both just got admissions into Surrey University and British school of Lome.
On Democracy, the prophet says, 'the spirit of God says Democracy in Nigeria may not last for the next 30 years. I foresee a referendum which may lead to reforms as so many things will be affected in the country'.
On Biafra he says, 'I foresee that Biafra will be actualised but not now. Biafra is going to battle with Nigerian forces for they have done a lot of underground works. The current leaders clamouring for Biafra now may not be the ones that will make the dream come true. Nnamdi Kanu may not be the one to actualize this dream. I foresee that he will have problems due to his activities in relation to the bail granted him'.
On Arsene Wenger, the prophet says, 'the coach may develop naughty attitudes that may make the football fans to protest against him.He must rebuke cases of carelessness which may make his team suffer some setbacks. His team will start the season on a serious note but his mtch plans and arrangements will be queried. He will have troubles with the management of his club'.
itzsauce: Veteran comedian, Atunyota Alleluya Akpobome popularly known as Alibaba has reacted to the viral presidential campaign posters of Governor Ayodele Fayose..
The multiple award winning comedian took to his instagram page to share a picture of the governor’s campaign poster and wrote;
President of ….?
The Ekiti state governor has declared his intention to run for presidency in 2019 and has received mixed reaction from some people.
ChangeIsCostant: A social media critic, Samuel Oj Temibi has revealed his plan to send his wife packing for allegedly failing to live up to her responsibility and taking care of him especially in the area of 'stomach infrastructure'. According to man who lives in Akure, Ondo state capital, he can't be cooking for himself after marriage because it's against his culture.
Some online users are yet to understand why he brought the matter on Facebook rather than settle the matter with her amicably.
AutoReportNG2: Kogi state residents have cried out for help as section of their roads remains unmovable. According to some visuals which was sent to us, the road is really in its pitiable condition. This is a spot on trunk A road between Kabba and Ayere in Kogi State. The road so bad that youths have to saw some trees and blocks before cars can pass through that road. Someone please tag Gov. Yahaya Bello, Mr. Babatunde Fashola. See more pictures below..
The Inspector-General of Police, Ibrahim Idris, has been accused of extorting money, ranging from N10m to N15m, from Commissioners of Police, State Mobile Commanders and Special Protection Units (SPU) Commanders, for favorable postings.
IGP Idris also allegedly makes N10bn monthly from oil companies and other private individuals who enjoy special protection from the security agency.
Chairman, Senate Committee on Navy, Isah Hamma Misau, made these revelations on Friday, while addressing National Assembly Correspondents.
Misau said the level of corruption being perpetrated by the current Inspector-General of Police and the Chairman, Police Service Commission, IGP Mike Okiro (Rtd.), was so alarming and capable of undermining the anti-corruption stance of President Muhammadu Buhari.
“While the Police Service Commission could not deny the bribery allegation, information reaching me indicate that, even transfers of Commissioners of Police, State Mobile Commanders and SPU Commanders are also allegedly riddled in corruption.
“Some Commissioners of Police and State Mobile Commanders pay between N10m to N15m to get postings.
if this man is from the south east or south south now the yoruba's will shout arrest kill him tribalistic fool
Lajet: It's obvious that Northern leaders are they ones behind this Quit notice . They planned to used it to blackmail IPOB but they are very disappointed that their plan have failed. They have agreed to use plan B now which is to use Police and Army to crack down on IPOB members
truth bro after NIGERIA ARMY have a close door meeting with BUBU
zoba88: Arewa Youths met with Buhari s political adviser , Senator Babafemi Ojudu and resolved to reconsidered quit notice t Igbos.
Senator Babafemi Ojudu had a lengthy and resourceful meeting with leaders of the Coalition of Northern Groups today. They were the youths who some weeks ago shocked the nation by issuing a notice to the Igbos to quit the Northern part of the country on or before October 1. After the meeting they resolved to reconsider their position and this will be made known at a press conference on Thursday.Disclosing the news,Senator Ojudu said...
'Had a lengthy and resourceful meeting with leaders of the Coalition of Northern Groups today. They were the youths who some weeks ago shocked the nation by issuing a notice to the Igbos to quit the Northern part of the country on or before October 1.
After the meeting they resolved to reconsider their position and this will be made known at a press conference on Thursday . They described their action as Pre-emptive because of the incessant threat of war by IPOB'.
sarrki: "Recently I have I observed an interesting scenario. Those who defend PMB/APC are 50% North & 50% South. Those who defend GEJ/PDP are 100% South...."
Doyin Okupe, Jonathan's Former "Attack Dog".
POINT OF CORRECTION;Those who defend PMB/APC are 50% North & 50% South WEST. Those who defend GEJ/PDP are 100% South...."
ebusfav: A Nigerian humanitarian and Twitter user @Is_Salisu, has given an advice to guys who are looking forward to who to date and get married to.
According to @Is_Salisu who said she believes in age factor when it comes to relationship, girls below 26 only think about slaying, and Nigerian guys who are serious about settling down should think of dating girls from 26-30.
[quote author=Naijaguy12345 post=58813184]All I see is roofing sheets solder together, any welder can do that. Whoever put that on the road need be charge to court for endangering lives of other road users. You call that a car in your Biafr@ud land ? If any country use this to fight a war, your enemies will just wipe you off completely off the earth.
Gatherings Yoruba women like heavy gatherings, owambe things, they would block the road completely, kill big cows and drink enough hydraulic soup to celebrate their wards who have just completed apprenticeship in carpentry and hairdressing without having money to rent a shop for their practice afterwards.
The Women Their women are so timid, at the mention of olopa (police) they run away, and hide at their backyards shouting ye! ye! mokun o! ọlọrun gbà mi!!!
Food Yoruba women are skillful in inoculating their kids with hydraulic soups immediatly after birth, most times, they turn the innocent child upside down, head strapped withing their fleshy thighs, nostrils blocked, and mouth wide open to inoculate hydraulics into the infant while s/he gasp for the breath of life (this makes me cry )
Business Yoruba women have no business acumen, all they do is kiri (hawk) akara elepo and pàkúté on the streets of Nigeria
NYASH They can have Nyash for Africa, this is obviously the resultant effect of hydraulic soup inoculation. they have big big watery nyash unlike their igbo counterparts who have firm, thick, water melon hard,and onion curvy butts, Yoruba own is always dirty and smelling
Salutation They salute with every happenings;Ẹ ku ibalopo, Ẹ ku abọ, Ẹ ku aarọ, Ẹ ku ọsan, Ẹ ku strike, Ẹ ku subsidy, Ounjẹ ajẹye o, Ko to ọpẹ, Ẹ ku Ayọ Ajinde, Ẹ ku Ayọ Keresimesi ati Ọdun Tuntun
4 THINGS YORUBA 1.WOMAN NYANSH 2.GATHERING PARTY 3.MAKING NOISE 4. PROGANDA
Kingspin: I hate his type of project. There are thousands of meaningful projects to do in the state that people will make people smile from their hearts for once.
LIKE STOMACH INFRASTRUCTURE AND SHARING MONEY ON THE STREET ABI FOOL
itsdumebi: Information reaching the Politics Nigeria Newsdesk reveals that 11 people have been gruesomely murdered by unknown gunmen in Sime Tai, Rivers state. This area also happens to be the home town of Hon. Jacobson Nbina.
This development is occurring barely a week after unknown gunmen murdered the gate man and uncle of Nbina.
Politics Nigeria learnt that the incident occurred early Friday morning. Eyewitness reports reveal that the hoodlums invaded the community with sophisticated rifles, shooting sporadically.
AutoReportNG: The bad portion of Sango on Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway has become so terrible that vehicles now get stocked in it. More worrisome is the fact that, it causes unimaginable gridlock on the supposed highway, thereby giving traffic officers - Police and TRACE, serious problem controlling it. One then wonders what the three tiers of government are doing. Perhaps, both local and state governments under whose jurisdiction the road falls in would be passing the bulk on the premise that it's a federal road, forgetting the huge revenue they both rake in from commercial bus operators and traders day-in, day-to-day. I can't just imagine why our government is so insensitive to the plight of the citizenry. See more pictures below..
AlexReports: FULL IMAGES!!! Queen Irene Onwuka Peace Foundation Gives Hope To The Less Privileged Kids As They Celebrate Children's Day (photos)
Queen Irene Onwuka Peace Foundation (QIOP) over the weekend celebrated children's day with the physically challenged children in Karamajiji, Abuja. The ex-beauty Queen donated 300 pairs of School shoes and Sandals, 300 School bags and several exercise books including sharing food and drinks to the children in a village located at the outskirt of the city. It was indeed a memorable moment for the children as they had so much fun and kiddies play making them feel loved and appreciated. The colourful children's day ceremony for the physicaly challenged attracted a lot of people from in and outside Abuja. Onwuka was shown overwhelming support by her team and friends as they the celebrated the children. The Karamajiji less privileged kids added more colour to the beauty of the day by performing drama and displaying their fashion parade as some of them spoke of their ambitions and future careers in a lively get together party
Speaking to cross section of press men, Queen Irene thanked her sponsors and supporters who donated and supported her project. She further appreciated the Nigerian police for their full support on ground and all the media houses like AIT, NTA , People's TV etc that covered the event. In her speech she did not lose sight of the role played by EachOneAidOne Foundation in making the event a success.
Crime › Re: Hate Speech: Offenders Risk 10 Years Jail, N25m Fine – IGP by colli247(m): 1:51pm On Sep 14, 2017
