The Lagos State Government has said that anyone who creates, shares, or makes money from content that sexualizes, abuses, or puts children in danger is committing a serious crime.
According to the government, Nigerian law strictly forbids any form of content that exploits or harms children.
It explained that the Lagos State Child’s Rights Law (2015) bans child abuse and exploitative child labour. The Criminal Law of Lagos State (2015) also punishes sexual offences involving children.
The government also referred to the Cybercrimes Act (2015), which makes child pornography, online harassment, and cyberstalking illegal.
In addition, the Child’s Rights Act provides for punishment of up to 14 years in prison for anyone who sexually abuses or exploits a child.
The Lagos State Government said it has zero tolerance for child abuse and will work closely with law enforcement agencies to make sure the laws are enforced.
It advised content creators to understand the law and ensure that children are protected in all forms of creative work.
