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Fact-Check Champs: How FactCheckAfrica is Using Gamification to Equip a Young Generation of Misinformation Warriors
By Olasupo Abideen In recent times, misinformation has gained ground by taking new turns and forms, impacting children who now have…
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Explainer: Does Fluoride Cause Cancer as Claimed by Pastor Chris? Not According to Scientific Evidence!
BY: Mustapha LawalA recent video of popular Nigerian pastor; Chris Oyakhilome, founder of Christ Embassy, has reignited an old and…
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EXPLAINER: Understanding Process of Recalling a Nigerian Legislator and Why Senator Natasha’s Recall Petition Failed
By: Oluwaseye OgunsanyaOn Thursday, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) rejected the petition to recall Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Senator representing…
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Explainer: Grok responding to only verified X users? Here’s how AI is changing the information space
By: Quadri Yahya In the social media space, humans and bot have long coexisted in imperfect harmony. Now, Artificial Intelligence/chatbot is…
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IFD:My Journey as a Fact Checker with FactCheckAfrica; Mustapha Lawal
Happy International Fact-Checking Day! As we celebrate the invaluable contributions of fact-checkers worldwide—professionals dedicated to combating misinformation and upholding the integrity…
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ICYMI: Understanding the State of Emergency Declaration in Rivers State and the Constitutionality of Fubara’s Suspension
BY: Oluwaseye Ogunsaya & Abdulraheem Muhammed On March 20, 2025, President Bola Tinubu in a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday evening declared…
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FactCheckAfrica Expands Fact-Checking Flashcards Initiative Across Nigerian Schools
By Oluwaseye Ogunsanya Furthering its mission to reach more secondary schools in Nigeria, FactCheckAfrica has expanded its recently launched Gamification Fact-Checking…
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Explainer: The Anambra Security Outfit’s Alleged Dress Code Arrests
BY: Mustapha LawalIn the past week, a viral claim has circulated widely on social media, suggesting that the Anambra State…
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The Unseen Borders: A Journey Through the World of Visas (Part 3)
By: Sultan Usman In a world where visa policies often serve as the first handshake between nations, the Federal Government…
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International Women’s Day 2025: Fighting Gendered Disinformation in the Digital Age
BY: Mustapha LawalInternational Women’s Day (IWD) is a moment for reflection, celebration, and, most importantly, action. International Women’s Day dates…
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