Tackle hate speech, fake News, Buhari tells Journalists

President Muhammadu Buhari Thursday in Abuja tasked media executives to deploy good journalism as the antidote to prevalent hate speech and fake news in the society.

Public Relations Officer of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev. Joseph Hayab, has called on the leaders to show tolerance and ensure the security of lives and property.

We'll enforce our visa policy on perpetrators of hate speech, UK insists.

Twitter Inc. Chief Executive Officer and co-founder Jack Dorsey discusses the need for free expression while addressing hate speech and harrassment on the company's platform, the outlook for social media regulation, and user engagement efforts.

Again, Senate reworks, passes three Bills rejected by President Muhammadu Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has been sworn in for a second term. As the Nigerian leader begins work on the next four years of his administration, here are a few things Nigerians would love to see between now and 2023.

The US social media giant has been found guilty of failing to fully report the number of complaints it received, in clear violation of German transparency laws. Facebook may appeal the ruling, saying the law is unclear.

The spokesman for the Nigerian Senate says the hate speech bill will have to pass a second reading and a public hearing among all other necessary processes before it can be passed. Joining CNBC Africa to unpack Nigeria’s controversial Hate Speech Bill is Valentine Utulu, Managing Partner at Legal Crest.

Nigeria is preparing legislation that could mean the death sentence for anyone found guilty of hate speech. It is also contemplating new media laws that have earned it the accusation of trying to curtail free speech.

Governor Darius Ishaku of Taraba state has expressed concern over unethical activities of some social media users which he believes is a threat to the nation's democracy.

Tech giants could face tougher penalties in the EU if they fail to adequately curb hate speech. The news comes ahead of expected proposals to curb the dominance of companies such as Facebook, Apple, Google, and Amazon.

About 300 Ethiopia's House of Peoples' Representatives (HoPR), has passed a law aimed at combating fake news and curbing hate. The passed law also imposes hefty fines and long jail terms for people whose internet posts stir unrest.