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The US consulate in Lagos has stated that the suspension of Twitter by the Nigerian government is deeply worrisome.<\/p>\n

This remark was made by US consul-general, Claire Pierangelo at a\u00a0programme titled, \u201cConversation on Press Freedom, Freedom of Expression and Civic Space in Nigeria\u201d held in Lagos.<\/p>\n

According to\u00a0Pierangelo, the government\u2019s intention to introduce registration requirements for social media<\/a> platforms, banning or restricting social media with threats of prosecution, undermines the human rights and fundamental freedom of Nigerians.<\/p>\n

\u201cNigerian government\u2019s ongoing suspension of Twitter and stated intent to introduce registration requirements for other social media platforms is deeply worrisome,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cBanning or significantly restricting social media, including under threat of prosecution, undermines Nigerians\u2019 human rights and fundamental freedoms. We are encouraged by the meetings between Twitter and government technical committee last week aimed at resolving the suspension.\u201d<\/p>\n

Speaking on the right to freedom of expression for the press, she said journalists must be vigilant as they are the mouthpiece of the people.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn view of these recent developments, you \u2014 reporters, editors, media executives, and civil society representatives \u2014 must remain vigilant to protect the right to freedom of expression and press freedom,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201dTo fulfill its highest civic purpose, the press must be both independent and unbiased. Without independence, a media outlet functions as a public relations mouthpiece for the government and other powerful interests.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn the same breath, history is full of cautionary tales showing that when governments try to limit citizens\u2019 right to talk about certain topics, important conversations are pushed into the shadows allowing individuals to express their opinions \u2014 no matter how much the government and other citizens may disagree with them. Rigorous debate promotes transparency and social stability.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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