BRITISH LAWMAKERS BLOCK SOCIAL MEDIA BAN FOR CHILDREN UNDER 16.(PHOTO).

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 British lawmakers block social media ban for children under 16 British MPs have rejected proposals to ban children under 16 from using social media, defeating an amendment to the children’s wellbeing and schools bill by a 307-173 vote. The measure had been added by the House of Lords to legislation originally passed in January. The proposed ban was supported by Conservative peers, who argued that parents face an “impossible position” in protecting children from online harm. Conservatives described the situation as an “emergency,” noting surveys showing that 40% of children are exposed to explicit content on smartphones during school hours. Many Labour MPs refused to back the government’s attempt to defeat the amendment, with more than 100 abstaining. During the debate, MP Sadak Al-Hassan compared social media to addictive drugs, saying that substances with similar effects would be heavily regulated or made illegal. Children’s advocacy groups warned that a ban could push young user...

IGP ASSURES ENHANCED SECURITY, FELICITATES WITH FAITHFUL FOR EID-EL-MAULUD CELEBRATION.(PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.


 PRESS RELEASE 


IGP ASSURES ENHANCED SECURITY,  FELICITATES WITH FAITHFUL FOR EID-EL-MAULUD CELEBRATION.


As Muslim Faithful Celebrate Birth of Prophet Muhammad (SAW)


The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, has assured the good citizens of Nigeria of adequate security measures to ensure a peaceful and secure environment during the 2024 Eid-el-Maulud celebrations.


In line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, Command CPs and their respective Zonal AIGs have been tasked with robust deployment of personnel and resources to high-risk areas, including major highways, places of worship, and public gathering points. 


The Nigeria Police Force hereby reiterates its commitment to safeguarding the public and preventing crime during and after this festive period.


The IGP extends warm felicitations to the Muslim faithful, praying for a joyous and harmonious celebration and emphasizing the Force's collaboration with other security agencies, community leaders, and stakeholders to ensure a secure and incident-free celebration across the length and breath of the country. 


ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra, fCAI,

FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,

FORCE HEADQUARTERS,

ABUJA.


15TH SEPTEMBER 2024.

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