NBA, others disagree on bill requiring social media platforms to establish physical offices
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), the Nigeria Internet Registration Association (NIRA) and several other organisations have expressed concerns over a bill seeking to compel social media platforms and bloggers operating in Nigeria to establish physical offices with verifiable addresses in the country.
He questioned why Nigeria, which has Africa’s largest digital market and a much larger population than many of those countries, should not pursue similar investments and economic benefits by requiring social media platforms to establish a physical presence in the country.
Senator’s remarks Defending the bill, its sponsor, Mr Nwoko, said the proposed legislation is not intended to punish or discourage social media companies from operating in Nigeria.
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