Incumbent Northern Governor, Gary Juffa has called on people using social media platforms to be responsible.
He made this call when filing a criminal complaint against several suspects who he alleges had breached the Cyber Crime Act in their posts.
“The purpose of this action is to demonstrate that there are laws which regulate what one can post and put out there for public consumption.
“Social media is a very powerful medium for transmission of information and can affect how people think and act,” Juffa expressed.
“It can tarnish and destroy a person’s reputation and career. People can be harmed, properties destroyed, jobs lost, and even cost their lives,” said Juffa.
Juffa said this was the first of several such cases and he was determined to make sure that the case goes through.
“I have a duty to uphold the law and act upon instances where breaches of the law occur. “I am also duty bound to protect the office of the governor”, said Mr Juffa.
He urged his people to be mindful of what they share on social media and ensure they had facts and evidence.
In one instance, polling was delayed because of unfounded accusations creating suspicion and anxiety and causing polling officials to be reluctant to execute their duties, said Juffa
“What is alarming is that these efforts are undertaken by people in positions of responsibility,” he added.
Mr Juffa explained that under the Cyber Crime Act, persons who administer pages and forums will be held responsible for posting fake profiles.
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