This study majorly sought to ascertain the major functions of the social media that made the rapid spread of the 2020 Nigerian EndSARS social movement possible across the world, and was hinged on framing theory. This study adopted survey research method to gather data from 403 respondents via Google Forms on active Nigerian social media users. Data generated were presented with the aid of SPSS (ver. 20). The findings of the study include: several key roles of the social media that made the rapid spread of the movement possible across the world were identified, and the social media significantly contributed to the rapid globalisation of the 2020 Nigerian EndSARS social movement through the various roles and functions performed by Nigerian activists, influencers and protesters using the social media, particularly Twitter (X) and Facebook. The study also provided some valid recommendations, which include people with grievances who want to be and perhaps change the status quo should make use of not just the social media, but effectively and skilfully apply the various functions of the social media.
Vol. 3, No 1, pp. 49-60.