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Facebook May Exit Nigeria Due to Massive $290M Fines – Meta

Somto NwanoluebySomto Nwanolue
May 2, 2025
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Facebook May Exit Nigeria Due to Massive $290M Fines - Meta
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Nigerians risk losing access to Facebook and Instagram as parent company Meta battles $290 million in fines imposed by three Nigerian regulatory agencies.

Court documents reveal Meta may “effectively shut down” both platforms in Nigeria to avoid enforcement measures, though WhatsApp remains unaffected.

The Federal High Court in Abuja upheld the penalties, giving Meta until June 30 to comply—a deadline that could leave millions of users and small businesses without vital digital tools.

Facebook May Exit Nigeria Due to Massive $290M Fines - Meta

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  • A Breakdown of Nigeria’s Record Fines Against Meta
  • How the Data Transfer Rules Led to“Unrealistic” Compliance Debate
  • Why It Matters

A Breakdown of Nigeria’s Record Fines Against Meta

The fines stem from July 2023 rulings by Nigeria’s Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), advertising regulator, and Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC).

The FCCPC’s $220 million anti-competition penalty leads the charges, followed by $37.5 million for unapproved ads and $32.8 million for alleged data privacy violations. FCCPC CEO Adamu Abdullahi cited “invasive practices” against Nigerian users during a 2021-2023 investigation but provided no specifics.

How the Data Transfer Rules Led to“Unrealistic” Compliance Debate

Meta’s court filings single out the NDPC for “misinterpreting” privacy laws, particularly a requirement for pre-approval of international data transfers—a condition Meta calls operationally “unrealistic.”

Additional NDPC mandates include embedding educational videos about data risks, created with government-approved partners. The agency insists these materials must warn Nigerians about “manipulative data processing” endangering health and finances, demands Meta claims lack legal grounding.

Why It Matters

With Facebook serving as Nigeria’s dominant social platform—essential for news, commerce, and communication—a shutdown would disrupt tens of millions.

Analysts warn the standoff could deter foreign tech investment, while small businesses reliant on Instagram face existential threats. Meta’s silence on next steps leaves users unsure as the June deadline approaches, testing Nigeria’s strictness between regulation and digital access.

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Somto Nwanolue is a news writer with a keen eye for spotting trending news and crafting engaging stories. Her interests includes beauty, lifestyle and fashion. Her life’s passion is to bring information to the right audience in written medium

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