The police had charged Mr Sowore with cyberbullying former IGP Kayode Egbetokun.
The Kano government has rejected Amnesty International’s allegations of harassment and intimidation of critics, describing them as misleading and unfounded.
Techsocietal said a survey had shown that 79 per cent of Nigerian children aged 11 to 16 years feel unsafe online.
Mr Okafor, at a news conference on Thursday in Lagos, explained his displeasure with most bloggers and online influencers in Nigeria.
Mr Onele advised victims to document evidence, seek legal counsel and carefully consider whether to pursue criminal action, civil remedies or both.
Mr Shuaib is also seeking a perpetual injunction restraining NIPSS, its agents, or officials from further harassment, intimidation, or cyberbullying.
The magistrate adjourned the case until December 18 for mention.
The defendants risk a two-year prison sentence if found guilty of defamation against the 72-year-old former teacher.
The commissioner added that Mr Aiyedatiwa welcomed constructive criticism but would not tolerate blackmailers “masquerading as activists.”
According to him, the law is evolving and enforcement is stronger than ever.
