The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has urged the Federal Government to regulate social media, citing the increasing spread of fake news as a serious threat to national peace and stability.
Speaking at the Northern Traditional Rulers Council General Assembly held on Tuesday in Birnin Kebbi, the Sultan expressed deep concern over the rapid dissemination of misinformation on online platforms, noting that many Nigerians often accept false narratives as truth.
“It is now time for the government to regulate social media in the country. The spread of fake news is dangerous and must be addressed,” he warned.
The Sultan also praised the Nigerian military for their continued efforts in combating insecurity across the country, particularly in the fight against banditry.
He acknowledged that without their sustained operations, the meeting in Kebbi might not have been possible.