Senator Natasha Akpoti Raises Concerns Over Low Payments to Nigerian Content Creators by Global Platforms

Senator Natasha Akpoti expressed worries about the significant payment disparities faced by Nigerian content creators on global platforms like Facebook compared to creators in the United States. She highlighted the importance of digital workforces in Nigeria's economy and called for regulatory engagement with tech companies to ensure fair earnings.

Akpoti emphasized the need to bridge the payment gap to support financial inclusivity and enhance Nigeria's digital economy. The Senator's remarks were made during a legislative session discussing amendments to the Bank and Financial Institutions Act.