Nigerian tribunal upholds $220 million fine against Meta for violating consumer, data laws
- A Nigerian tribunal recently upheld a $220 million fine against Meta.
- This ruling followed a joint 38-month investigation into Meta's data practices.
- The tribunal dismissed Meta's appeal, finding the FCCPC acted legally.
- The tribunal affirmed the $220 million penalty and added $35,000 for costs.
- Meta must pay the amounts within 60 days and submit a data policy.
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A Nigerian court rejected the appeal of the US multinational against a $220 million fine imposed on it last year by the National Consumer Protection Agency for numerous violations of personal data on Friday 25 April. Two days earlier, the European Union had also held a fine of €200 million against Facebook's parent company, WhatsApp and Instagram.
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