By peterside Rejoice
The Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning to content creators, influencers, and digital media producers over the use of children in online content that violates child protection laws.
In a joint statement by the Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, and the Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency, Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, the government emphasized that children are a legally protected class under Nigerian law and must not be exposed to content that undermines their dignity, safety, or psychological wellbeing.
“Involving minors in content that depicts abuse, sexual themes, harmful stereotypes, or unsafe scenarios is not only unethical but also contrary to existing laws designed to protect children,” the statement read.
The government cited the Lagos State Child’s Rights Law (2015), the Criminal Law of Lagos State (2015), and the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act (2015), warning that offenders could face criminal sanctions, including up to 14 years imprisonment for sexual abuse or exploitation of a child.
Authorities reaffirmed a zero-tolerance stance on child abuse and pledged to work with law enforcement agencies to ensure full compliance with existing laws. Content creators are advised to familiarize themselves with legal provisions and ensure that children’s rights are fully protected in their creative work.
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