The Senate on Thursday directed security agencies to intensify efforts to track, identify and arrest bandits and terrorists who openly display their activities and wealth on social media, warning that the trend poses a serious threat to national security and the authority of the state.
The resolution followed concerns raised during the debate on a motion moved by Sunday Karimi (Kogi West) over the worsening security situation in Kogi West Senatorial District and other parts of the country.
Lawmakers raised concerns that criminal groups had become increasingly bold, operating openly on social media platforms and showcasing proceeds of crime without fear of arrest.
They lamented that suspected bandits recently organised a giveaway on TikTok, distributing more than N100 million within 30 minutes through their social media accounts.
In her comment, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan urged the Nigerian Police Force National Cybercrime Centre and other security agencies to strengthen surveillance of social media
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