The Federal Government of Nigeria has issued a strong warning to content creators and social media influencers over the unauthorized filming of individuals in public places, stating that offenders could face legal action and prosecution, Peak Newspaper reports
According to government officials, the warning comes amid a rising trend where some creators record people in public without their consent and post the videos online for entertainment or social media content.
Authorities say while content creation is a growing industry, people’s privacy and dignity must still be respected, even in public spaces.
In recent years, platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube have seen a surge in street interviews, prank videos, and social experiments recorded in public places.
However, many of these videos involve people who were filmed without prior permission, sometimes leading to public embarrassment or harassment.
