Borno gov’t condemns “unruly behaviour” of youths on social media
The Borno State government has expressed deep concerns over what is described as the “unruly behaviour and disorderly conduct” of some youths who have taken to social media to make threats and utterances deemed contrary to the state’s culture and way of life.
In a statement released on Thursday by the Directorate of Culture, Ministry of Information and Internal Security, the government condemned recent social media postings showing some young individuals holding knives, insulting government officials, and challenging lawful policies.
“Some of the postings depict some youngsters holding knives, insulting government officials and challenging lawful policies of the government. This is unacceptable,” the statement read.
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The government called on the youth to uphold the values and traditions of Borno State, which is widely known as the “Home of Peace.”
It emphasised the importance of maintaining social harmony and respect for one another among the state’s diverse communities, which are spread across eight emirates.
“Borno State prides itself as the ‘Home of Peace’ where our diverse communities live in peace, togetherness, fairness, tolerance, and harmony. We urge our teeming youth to maintain an orderly conduct consistent with our age-hallowed tradition, norms, and values,” the statement added.
While affirming the constitutional rights of every Nigerian to freedom of expression, speech, and peaceful assembly, the government warned that it would not tolerate any actions that breach public order or violate the law.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the Borno State Government respects the constitutional right of every Nigerian regarding freedom of expression, free speech, and peaceful assembly. However, the government will not stand by and allow citizens to breach law and order or violate the constitution.”
The government assured the public that its doors remain open for legitimate expressions of grievances and constructive engagement.
It urged citizens to refrain from making inflammatory statements, spreading misinformation, or engaging in hate speech.
“Anyone who wishes to express himself or herself should do so within the ambits of the law. Citizens should refrain from making counter-intuitive statements, spreading fake news, or demonstrating hateful conduct. Anyone who violates the law will face the full wrath of the law,” the statement added.
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