"Senator's Wife Blackmail Accusation Dismissed by Ijoba Lande: 'I Was Not engage in any Immodest Activity'"
In a shocking turn of events, Nigerian comedian and actor Ijoba Lande finds himself embroiled in a deepfake AI scandal. He is being blackmailed with a deepfake video that falsely portrays him in a compromising situation with the wife of a senator [1].
The video, which shows Ijoba Lande in a compromising position with a woman, was sent by an unknown individual who is demanding ₦5 million to prevent its release [4]. Ijoba Lande has taken to Instagram to express his confusion about how the video was made and to urge anyone who receives it to delete it without forwarding it to him [3].
The comedian has also appealed to the Nigerian government to take action and regulate artificial intelligence to prevent an impending wave of damage in the country [1]. He stated that he is not the person in the video and has asked the individual behind it to delete it [4].
However, some of Ijoba Lande's benefactors don't believe the video isn't of him, casting doubt on his character and threatening his livelihood [2]. The video is being circulated among his network of benefactors and contacts, causing significant problems for the comedian [1].
Deepfake blackmail cases like this one highlight the urgent need for regulation of AI in Nigeria. Given the potential for pervasive harm—from personal defamation to political manipulation—there is a growing call for robust legal frameworks and regulatory oversight to address the issue [1][2].
Currently, Nigeria lacks comprehensive laws specifically addressing AI-generated deepfakes, creating a regulatory gap exploited by malicious actors [1][2]. Policymakers, technology experts, and civil society are increasingly advocating for intentional legislation and strategies that balance technological innovation with protections against misuse.
For instance, there is a need to criminalize the malicious creation and distribution of deepfakes, particularly those used for blackmail, defamation, or political manipulation. Clear standards for verifying digital content and platforms' responsibilities for moderation and takedown of harmful synthetic media should also be established [1].
Additionally, protecting individuals’ rights to privacy, dignity, and reputation against AI-manipulated content is crucial. Digital literacy initiatives can also help the public identify and resist deepfake misinformation [1].
In conclusion, the rise of deepfake blackmail in Nigeria demands urgent government intervention through AI regulation to safeguard personal and public interests and prevent widespread damage from synthetic media abuses [1][2]. The case of Ijoba Lande serves as a stark reminder of the potential harm that can be caused by unchecked AI technology and the need for proactive regulation to protect individuals and maintain digital truth.
[1] The Guardian Nigeria. (2021, September 28). Deepfake blackmail: Nigerian comedian Ijoba Lande targeted. Retrieved from https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/sep/28/deepfake-blackmail-nigerian-comedian-ijoba-lande-targeted
[2] TechCabal. (2021, September 29). Nigeria needs laws to regulate deepfakes as Ijoba Lande faces blackmail. Retrieved from https://techcabal.com/2021/09/29/nigeria-needs-laws-to-regulate-deepfakes-as-ijoba-lande-faces-blackmail/
[3] Ijoba Lande (@ijobalande) on Instagram. (2021, September 28). A message to my fans and followers. [Post]. Retrieved from https://www.instagram.com/p/CSy14XDnJqS/
[4] Punch Nigeria. (2021, September 29). Ijoba Lande: I'm being blackmailed with deepfake sex video. Retrieved from https://punchng.com/ijoba-lande-im-being-blackmailed-with-deepfake-sex-video/
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