Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters recently confirmed the emergence of a new terrorist group, Lukarawas, in the southwest, causing an online uproar. Amid the reactions, X user @adebanjophelumy sarcastically commented, “Do they have a TikTok account yet?” referencing the disturbing trend of bandits flaunting their ransom earnings on social media.
This dark humor highlights a serious issue: criminals increasingly use platforms like TikTok to glamorize their unlawful activities, desensitizing viewers and even appealing to young audiences. With such trends growing, the public and authorities face a pressing need to curb this misuse of social media, preventing it from becoming a platform for promoting violence and criminality.
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