LIMITATION ON FREEDOM OF SPEECH AND ALLOWABLE GOVERNMENTAL CONTROL
Journal: UDUS Law Journal
Year: 2026

This paper explores the nuances of freedom of expression, delving into its meaning, historical context, and limitations, as well as the governmental controls that regulate it.It examines the constitutional provisions that justify restrictions on this freedom, particularly in relation to the press, as enshrined in Sections 39 and 22 of the Nigerian Constitution, 1999 (amended).The role of the media in a democracy is underscored, highlighting its capacity to shape public opinion and mobilize thoug