Are Nigerians Being Denied The Right To Free Speech?

from Nigeria Daily · host Daniel Oluwole

In recent months, activists, journalists, and ordinary citizens have found themselves behind bars for exercising what many Nigerians believe is one of their fundamental human rights – the freedom of expression.Often, authorities argue that they are acting to preserve social order, but critics argue that these actions mirror attempts to silence criticism, shrink civic spaces, and instill fear in the populace.Are Nigerians being stripped of their right to freedom of expression by authorities at different levels?On this episode of Nigeria Daily, we explore the legality, justifications, and implications of the arrest of a citizen for criticising those in power.

What this episode covers

In recent months, activists, journalists, and ordinary citizens have found themselves behind bars for exercising what many Nigerians believe is one of their fundamental human rights – the freedom of expression. Often, authorities argue that they are acting to preserve social order, but critics argue that these actions mirror attempts to silence criticism, shrink civic spaces, and instill fear in the populace. Are Nigerians being stripped of their right to freedom of expression by authoriti...