Section 187 of the Criminal Code Act in Nigeria. Violation of secrecy

Any telegraph official who, contrary to his duty, publishes or communicates the contents or substance of a telegram, or any information relating to the despatch or receipt of any telegram, except to some person to whom he is authorised to deliver the telegram, is guilty of a felony and is liable to imprisonment for three years.

Section 187 of the Criminal Code Act in Nigeria

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