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<p>The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has expressed concern over the recent suspension of 22 Kannywood films by the Kano State Censorship Board, warning that such regulatory actions could infringe on citizens’ digital rights and suppress creative freedom.</p>
<p>Speaking through an official statement signed by CITAD Executive Director, Y.Z. Ya’u, the organization cautioned the Kano State Government to tread carefully in enforcing censorship laws. “While we acknowledge the importance of promoting cultural values and maintaining societal ethics, we caution that regulatory actions must not infringe on citizens&#8217; digital rights or suppress creative expression,” Ya’u stated.</p>
<p>The statement highlighted the increasing reliance of young people on the internet for education, entertainment, and economic empowerment. CITAD warned that hasty regulation of digital content could alienate local filmmakers and drive them toward less regulated platforms or foreign film industries. “Ironically, such alternatives could expose younger generations to content that may contradict the moral values the Board seeks to protect,” Ya’u added.</p>
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<p>CITAD also cited a disturbing pattern of digital rights violations in Kano, referencing the recent arrest of Buhari Abba of Kano Times over his online publications. “Such incidents raise serious concerns about freedom of expression and undermine public trust in government institutions,” Ya’u noted.</p>
<p>The organization stressed the futility of attempting to isolate Kano State from global digital spaces, noting that the internet is a borderless platform where information flows across boundaries. “Attempts to impose digital restrictions without strategic engagement will be counterproductive and could push local talents outside the regulatory framework,” Ya’u warned.</p>
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<p>To address the growing tension between regulation and digital rights, CITAD made several recommendations. “We urge the Kano State Government to uphold citizens’ rights to freedom of expression and access to information, in accordance with the Nigerian Constitution,” the statement read.</p>
<p>CITAD also called on authorities to refrain from taking actions that could damage both the creative industry and the state&#8217;s reputation. Furthermore, the group urged the Kano State Censorship Board to adopt an inclusive, stakeholder-driven approach. “We advocate for engagement with filmmakers, digital rights advocates, and other relevant stakeholders to formulate balanced guidelines that protect both cultural values and digital freedoms,” Ya’u concluded.</p>
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