The National Information Technology Development Agency NITDA has accused major social media platforms of failing to fully comply with Nigeria's Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms and Internet Intermediaries, raising questions about accountability and regulatory oversight.
According to NITDA's 2024 Compliance Report, Meta, owners of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Threads, as well as Elon Musk's X formerly Twitter, fell short of key requirements under the Code. While Meta complied with some provisions-such as incorporation in Nigeria, maintaining a physical presence, and filing tax returns-it failed to submit its content moderation report using the prescribed template, undermining comparability across platforms.
X, on the other hand, was found to have ignored all obligations under the Code. The platform neither submitted its 2024 compliance report nor incorporated locally, maintained a physical address, or appointed a compliance officer as required.