The House of Representatives has endorsed the controversial ban on Twitter operations in Nigeria. When the question on the need to lift the suspension was thrown open, the voices of those in support were overwhelming. xNevertheless, the lawmakers enjoined the authorities to sustain the ongoing dialogue with Twitter management for an amicable resolution. xWase, who accused the committee of sidelining the National Security Adviser (NSA) during its fact-finding mission, wondered why the report fell short of either apportioning blame or lauding the embargo. xThey discussed bilateral issues relating to asset recovery, anti-corruption crusade, amendment of the Electoral Act, the Audit Bill, Petroleum Industry Bill, Twitter ban and counter-terrorism.

Source: The Guardian July 02, 2021 03:11 UTC