TikTok announced on Tuesday that it removed over 3.6 million videos in Nigeria between January and March 2025 for violations of its Community Guidelines.
According to its Q1 2025 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report, this figure represents a 50 percent increase compared to the previous quarter.
The report emphasised TikTok’s ongoing commitment to fostering a safe, respectful, and trustworthy digital environment.
It highlighted the platform’s proactive enforcement measures, with 98.4 per cent of the removed content detected before any user reports and 92.1 per cent taken down within 24 hours.
Globally, TikTok removed more than 211 million videos in the same period, with over 184 million taken down through automated systems. The global proactive detection rate reached 99 per cent.
The platform also reported strengthening enforcement of its LIVE Monetisation Guidelines. In Nigeria alone, 42,196 LIVE rooms were banned, and 48,156 live streams were interrupted due to violations.
In partnership with Cece Yara, a child-focused non-profit organisation, TikTok removed 129 accounts across West Africa linked to covert operations.
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The report also revealed plans to expand in-app helpline resources to Nigeria. This initiative will offer young users direct access to local helplines for expert support on issues such as suicide, self-harm, hate, and harassment.
TikTok’s Digital Well-being Ambassador in Nigeria, Dr Olawale Ogunlana, has been working with experts to promote digital well-being and responsible online behaviour.
The report further noted that TikTok encourages community involvement through user reporting and education, advocating a collaborative approach to maintaining a respectful and safe online space.
“The Q1 2025 report reflects TikTok’s commitment to safeguarding its Nigerian users, enhancing enforcement mechanisms, and ensuring transparency in its efforts to uphold platform integrity,” it stated.