A Nigerian social media influencer, Ghali Isma'il, has been remanded in prison by an Abuja Chief Magistrate Court after posting a viral video falsely claiming President Bola Tinubu had died. The Department of State Services (DSS) arrested Isma'il, sparking controversy and criticism from Amnesty International, which condemned the arrest as a violation of free speech. In response, Northern youth groups defended the DSS and accused Amnesty International of supporting destabilizing fake news. The case has ignited a national debate on the balance between combating misinformation and protecting freedom of expression. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in Nigeria over social media regulation, political rumors, and human rights.
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