A viral TikTok video has raised alarm as it allegedly shows a terrorist displaying ransom money collected from victims. Shared by counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama, the video reveals a user boasting about the funds, with Makama highlighting the account's over 3,000 followers, some of whom are believed to be bandits flaunting weapons and even donning military or police attire.
Concerns are mounting over TikTok's role in facilitating terror promotion unchecked, prompting discussions on social media. Nigerians express dismay at the apparent ease with which such activities occur, questioning the efficacy of law enforcement in tracking down these criminals despite technological advancements.
Calls for collaboration between authorities and internet service providers to identify and locate users involved in criminal activities echo amidst concerns about the perpetuation of insecurity in Nigeria's northern regions.
