Twitter has agreed to Elon Musk’s $44 billion takeover bid.
In a statement, the company says its board of directors has accepted Musk’s plan to buy Twitter and to take the social media company private.
In a Tweet, Musk says he hopes even his worst critics remain on Twitter for the sake of free speech.
I hope that even my worst critics remain on Twitter, because that is what free speech means
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) April 25, 2022
The deal will see Tesla’s founder shell out more than 54 bucks a share.
The deal is expected to close later this year.
**With files from Katie Nicholls.
