Snapchat has begun asking teenage Australians to verify their ages, a company spokesperson said Monday, just weeks before Canberra enforces sweeping laws banning under-16s from social media.

Aloy Ejimakor, former counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, has criticised the decision to move him from Abuja to the Sokoto Custodial Centre.

The state government also called on the public to remain calm, vigilant, and cooperative by reporting any suspicious activities.