TikTok temporarily disabled its LIVE feature in Nigeria between 11 p.m. on Sunday, December 7 and 5 a.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025
A system notification was sent to creators explaining that the move was part of “an investigation to ensure the platform remains safe and the community stays protected.”
The restriction affected creators with at least 1,000 followers, the minimum requirement to host LIVE sessions on the platform.
Affected users were unable to start live broadcasts or view LIVE streams from other countries, with their accounts displaying a “No Access” notice during the blackout period.
Several creators confirmed that all LIVE activity was suspended overnight.
Despite the disruption, creators who earn through LIVE gifting retained their balances and previous earnings, easing concerns about financial losses.
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By Monday morning, LIVE access had been restored, triggering widespread discussion across social media as users questioned the cause of the sudden, nationwide interruption.
The development comes amid intensified moderation by TikTok in Nigeria.
In 2025 alone, the platform reportedly banned more than 49,500 LIVE sessions for violations of its monetization and content guidelines, reflecting tighter enforcement of platform rules.
TikTok has not said whether the late-night restriction will be repeated or made permanent.
For now, the action appears to be a temporary, safety-driven intervention affecting active Nigerian creators.