The Lagos State Government has cautioned content creators, influencers, and digital media producers against involving children in online content that violates child protection laws, warning that offenders could face criminal sanctions. It addresses growing concerns over the portrayal of minors in harmful or exploitative digital content. These include Sections 25(1) and 26 of the Lagos State Child’s Rights Law (2015), Sections 135–139 and 141 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State (2015), and Sections 23 and 24 of the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Reaffirming its zero-tolerance stance on child abuse, the Lagos State Government said it would work with law enforcement agencies to ensure compliance with all relevant laws. Content creators were urged to familiarise themselves with applicable legal provisions and ensure that children’s rights are protected in all forms of creative expression.

Source: Nigerian Tribune February 02, 2026 10:25 UTC