According to them, the essence of such a law — coming rather too late — will go a long way in ensuring that people don’t suffer from acts of defamation and damaged reputation on social networks. The Chairman, Ikeja Branch of the Nigeria Bar Association, Mr. Monday Ubani, says it is commendable that a law to regulate behaviour and activities which take place online is coming into force. But he warns that the law, which seeks to protect the interest of people in the ever evolving virtual community, should not be wielded to restrict the constitutionally-guaranteed freedom of expression online. He says, “The bill is good for our democracy. The purpose of law is to regulate human conduct. It is commendable if there is a law guiding such a very critical area of our life that records advancement almost on a daily basis. “Although it is coming rather late, it is better late than never. Many countries have enacted laws to guide activities online many years ago. It is commendabl...