Lagos To Clamp Down On Content Creators Violating Children’s Rights

Lagos To Clamp Down On Content Creators Violating Children’s Rights

The Lagos State Government has issued a strong warning to content creators, influencers, skit makers and digital media professionals, declaring a zero-tolerance policy against any form of content that violates children’s rights.

State authorities stressed that children are a protected group under the law and must not be used in online content that compromises their dignity, safety, privacy or emotional wellbeing. The government noted that the growing trend of using minors in viral skits, pranks and monetised videos has raised serious legal and ethical concerns.

According to officials, content that sexualises, exploits, humiliates or exposes children to harm, even when presented as entertainment or social commentary, is illegal and punishable under existing laws. The state warned that creators who feature minors in inappropriate content or use children for financial gain without proper safeguards will face prosecution.

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The government listed several practices now under close monitoring, including the use of children in sexualised or suggestive skits, exploitative pranks, violent scenes, unsafe stunts, and videos that subject minors to ridicule or emotional distress. Authorities also cautioned against involving children in content that promotes criminal behaviour, substance abuse or hazardous activities.

In addition, Lagos officials emphasised that parental or guardian consent is mandatory before a child can be featured in public or monetised content. Even with consent, creators are expected to ensure that such content does not amount to exploitation, child labour or abuse.

The state disclosed that enforcement will involve collaboration with law enforcement agencies and digital monitoring teams to identify offenders. Sanctions may include arrest, prosecution, fines, imprisonment and the seizure of digital devices or accounts used in producing illegal content.

The Lagos State Government urged content creators to familiarise themselves with the Child’s Rights Law, cybercrime regulations and other relevant statutes, warning that ignorance of the law will not be accepted as a defence.

Officials reiterated that the protection of children remains a top priority, stressing that minors must never be treated as tools for clout, comedy or commercial profit.

Lagos To Clamp Down On Content Creators Violating Children’s Rights