Singapore's Online Safety Commission (OSC) has directed the removal of a TikTok post that falsely implicated fitness instructor Rasidah Caudal in the resignation of former Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs, Faishal Ibrahim. The post, which gained over 82,000 views, misidentified Caudal as the woman involved in Ibrahim's resignation. Caudal has publicly denied any involvement, stating she was "wrongfully accused".
The OSC, established on June 29, 2026, under the Online Safety (Relief and Accountability) Act 2025, aims to provide victims of online harms with accessible avenues for relief. Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs, Zaqy Mohamad, emphasized the importance of refraining from unfounded speculation, highlighting the harm caused to Caudal by the false allegations.
The OSC's intervention underscores Singapore's commitment to combating online misinformation and protecting individuals from reputational harm. The commission has the authority to issue directions to remove harmful content and restrict access to it, as part of its broader mandate to address online harassment and other online harms.
This incident highlights the challenges posed by online misinformation and the critical role of regulatory bodies in swiftly addressing such issues to prevent further harm to individuals and maintain public trust.