Lagos Police Investigate Simi Over Resurfaced Tweets

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The Lagos State government has officially referred Nigerian singer Simi’s resurfaced tweets to the police for investigation. This action could influence legal standards on social media content and affect public figures’ freedom of expression in Nigeria. Authorities have indicated challenges in prosecuting Simi under existing laws related to digital speech.

Reported Facts

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•Lagos State government made the referral to the police on February 26, 2026.
•The tweets in question by Simi were posted several years ago and have recently resurfaced.
•The Lagos Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) stated on February 26, 2026, that prosecuting Simi over the tweets would be difficult.
•The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) began a probe into related daycare abuse allegations on February 27, 2026.
•The investigation involves assessing whether the tweets violate Nigerian laws on digital communication and public conduct.

What Could Happen If...

▸If Lagos police decide to prosecute Simi based on the tweets Simi and other Nigerian public figures could face legal restrictions on social media content, affecting freedom of expression.