Nigerian Govt Raises Hate Speech Fine From N500,000 To 5 Million Naira.....

The Federal Government on Tuesday raised the fine for hate speech from N500,000 to 5 million naira. The government also mandated broadcast stations to devote airtime for public education on emergencies such as the COVID-19 pandemic.The Minister of Information, Lai Mohammed, made this known in Lagos on Tuesday while unveiling the Reviewed Broadcasting Code.... from Punch via IFTTT