Nigeria: Nigeria's Government Is Using Digital Technology to Repress Citizens. a Researcher Explains How

AllAfricaCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by By Chibuzo AchinivuOctober 29, 2025 at 10:08 AM

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A researcher studying digital authoritarianism in Africa highlights Nigeria's increasing use of digital technologies for control since the 2020 #EndSARS protests. The Nigerian government employs these tools to repress dissent and surveil citizens under the guise of national security and public safety. Foreign suppliers, motivated by economic gain and regional influence, provide the necessary technology and expertise. Digital authoritarianism encompasses internet shutdowns, spyware use, AI-driven mass surveillance, and disinformation campaigns. This trend is concerning as it undermines accountability and freedom in both democratic and autocratic African states.

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#EndSARS Movement 60% Africa ×270% Nigeria ×480%

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digital authoritarianism 100% nigeria 90% surveillance 80% internet shutdowns 75% social media control 70% foreign suppliers 65% artificial intelligence 60% mass surveillance 60% disinformation campaigns 55% #endsars movement 45%

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Nigeria

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