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Meta’s Potential Exit From Nigeria Could Devastate Millions of SMEs.

Omolade Oyelaja by Omolade Oyelaja
May 20, 2025
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Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp has threatened to withdraw its servuces from Nigeria due to regulatory fines totaling $290 million. This move could have severe consequences for Nigeria’s economy, particularly for the 39.6 million micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) that rely on these platforms for business operations.

SMEs Depend on Meta Platforms

A 2023 survey by the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) revealed that 56% of Nigerian MSMEs use social media platforms exclusively for sales and customer engagement. Platforms like Facebook and Instagram have become essential tools for businesses to reach customers, especially in a country where traditional marketing chaneels are often inaccessible or unaffordable for small enterprises.

Digital marketing consultant, Olayinka Shobola noted, “Businesses that built their brands on Meta’s platforms would face immediate challenges”. The potential exit of Meta could disrupt the operations of these businesses, leading to job losses and decreased economic activity.

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Economic Implications

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) reported that between 2023 and 2024, approximately 7.2 million MSMEs shutdown due to economic challenges. The exit of a major platform like Meta could exacerbate this trend, leading to further closures and job losses.

Moreover, Meta’s platforms support thousands of jobs in digital marketing, creative industries and tech support services. A shutdown would not only affect businesses but also the broader digital economy.

Regulatory Disputes

Meta’s threat to exit Nigeria stems from fines imposedby the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) and other regulatory bodies for alleged data privacy and consumer protection violations. The FCCPC has stated that Meta’s exit would not absolve of its liabilities.

The commission emphasized that the ongoing judicial process against Meta will proceed regardless of any threats to exit the Nigerian market. In a statement, the FCCPC dismissed the company’s warning as an attempt to manipulate public opinion and apply undue influence on the commission.

The Need For Resolution

The potential withdrawal of Meta’s services from Nigeria highlights the need for a balanced approach to regulation that protects consumer rights without stiffling economic activity. As Nigeria continues to navigate the complexities of the digital economy, collaboration between regulators and tech companies is essential to ensure that the interests of businesses and consumers are safeguarded.

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