US EditionNigerian tribunal upholds $220 million fine against Meta for violating consumer, data laws
- A Nigerian tribunal on Friday upheld a $220 million penalty against Meta Platforms in Nigeria.
- The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission issued the penalty after a 38-month probe into Meta's data practices.
- The tribunal dismissed Meta's appeal, finding the Commission acted within its authority and afforded a fair hearing.
- The tribunal upheld the $220 million penalty and ordered payment of $35,000 for investigation costs.
- The ruling mandated Meta pay the penalties within 60 days and cease sharing Nigerian user data without consent.
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