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TikTok Removes Over 2 Million Videos in Nigeria for Violating Community Guidelines
TikTok has reinforced its commitment to online safety by removing over 2 million videos in Nigeria between July and September 2024. This was revealed in the platform’s latest Q3 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report, which highlighted that 99.1% of these videos were taken down within 24 hours of detection....CONTINUE READING>>>
Global Efforts, Local Impact
As a platform with over a billion users worldwide and millions of content uploads daily, TikTok continues to enhance its technology to detect and mitigate harmful content. The platform’s proactive detection rate now stands at 98.2% globally, ensuring that inappropriate content is swiftly removed before reaching viewers.
Between July and September 2024, TikTok removed over 147 million videos globally, with 118 million of these takedowns occurring through automated detection. In Nigeria, 92.1% of all removed videos were taken down before being reported by users.
Top Policy Violations in Nigeria
The report identified key areas where the highest number of videos were removed in Nigeria:
- Sensitive and Mature Themes – 99.4% of flagged videos were removed before being reported.
- Regulated Goods and Commercial Activities – 99.1% of violations in this category were removed before any user reports. This includes content related to fraud, scams, or attempts to trade restricted goods such as firearms and explosives.
- Mental and Behavioral Health – 99.9% of violating content in this category was removed preemptively, highlighting TikTok’s commitment to protecting users, particularly younger audiences, from content that could negatively affect mental health.
TikTok’s Continued Commitment to Safety
TikTok’s mission to inspire creativity and bring joy is built on its dedication to user safety, content integrity, and well-being. The platform prioritizes a positive digital environment where users can create, connect, and be entertained safely. To achieve this, TikTok continues to invest in Trust and Safety professionals, advanced technology, and strong Community Guidelines, Terms of Service, and Advertising Policies.
The Q3 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report underscores TikTok’s leadership in content moderation and safety, ensuring Nigerian users have a secure online experience. The company remains committed to enhancing its safety measures and collaborating with global experts to safeguard its community.
For further details, the full report can be accessed online.
