SPECIAL REPORT: How social media shapes reprisal violence in Plateau

Between February and April 2026, violence surged in Plateau State amid misinformation, inflammatory narratives, and graphic content on social media. This investigation examines how unverified claims circulated on Facebook, influenced public perception and real-world attacks.

“The power conferred upon the State cannot be wielded as an instrument of harassment or intimidation, particularly where political motivations may be at play,” says Justice Sandeep Mehta’s judgment