Olayinka suggested that Nigerians need to provide a form of identification to register their accounts.
Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike has made a suggestion to the federal government.
He proposed the use of the National Identification Number, NIN, and a valid government-issued ID — such as an international passport, voter’s card, or driver’s license for opening social media accounts.
This is as he called for stricter regulations on the use of social media.
Olayinka made the suggestion on his X account on Monday.
He wrote: “NIN, Valid Identity Card (International Passport, Voter’s Card, Driver’s Licence).
“These two should be made compulsory to open and operate social media accounts.
“This proposal seeks to reduce misinformation and increase online accountability.”
Currently, in Nigeria, the NIN is linked with bank accounts and phone numbers.