Archive for May, 2025

Court affirms ARCON's power to regulate advertising on Social Media, others

Court affirms ARCON’s power to regulate advertising on Social Media, others

News May 5, 2025 at 2:50 am 0 comments

In a landmark ruling that strengthens the regulatory powers of the Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON), the Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has declared that ARCON has the legal authority to regulate advertising across all media platforms, including traditional outlets like print and broadcast, as well as digital and social media. The ruling was delivered by Honourable JusticeRead More

Exit threat, calculated attempt at inducing negative publicity - FCCPC tells WhatsApp

Exit threat, calculated attempt at inducing negative publicity – FCCPC tells WhatsApp

News May 5, 2025 at 2:26 am 0 comments

      The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has described threats by WhatsApp to exit Nigeria, due to the Commission’s recent order, as a calculated move, aimed at inducing negative public reaction, and potentially forcing it to reconsider its stand.     The Commission, in a statement issued by its  Director, Corporate Affairs, Mr.Ondaje Ijagwu,  stated thatRead More