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The Role of Islam in Curbing Misinformation
BY: Aladodo Abdus-Salam On September 14, 2024, Dr. Sharafudeen Gbadebo Raji, a prominent figure in the propagation of Islamic knowledge…
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The Role of Christianity in Curbing Misinformation
By embracing our biblical responsibility to be guardians of truth, we contribute to building a society founded on trust, justice,…
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Reflection on the Global Risks Report 2024: Misinformation as a Leading Global Threat
BY: Mustapha Lawal The Global Risks Report 2024, released by the World Economic Forum (WEF), brought forth a sobering reflection…
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Report: Ghana’s Information Space Faces Emerging Threats Ahead of General Elections
By Oluwaseye Ogunsanya Ghana’s general elections, scheduled for December 7, 2024, will be a significant one as voters prepare to…
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Again, FactCheckAfrica Empowers Nigerian Grassroots Communities to Take a Unified Stand Against Misinformation
By: Oluwaseye Ogunsanya Offline tactics or non-technological methods have been touted to be one of the most effective strategies for…
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Explainer: Understanding Fund Allocation & Remittance; EFCC and the Alleged ₦50 Billion Donation to NELFUND
BY: Mustapha Lawal In recent media reports, claims have emerged that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) made a…
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The Ripple Effect of Misinformation from Social Media to Street Violence: The Southport Stabbings and the Rise of Social Media-Driven Riots
“In an age where a single tweet/post can spark nationwide chaos, the tragic Southport stabbings reveal how misinformation can ignite…
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Upholding Truth: Journalistic Ethics During Elections
BY: Mustapha Lawal As Nigeria braces for the gubernatorial elections in Edo and Ondo states, the role of the media…
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Waves of Protests in Africa: A Fact-based Guide to the Causes, Key Players, and Demands
As a fact-checking platform dedicated to fighting misinformation in Africa, FactcheckAfrica recognizes the crucial role of accurate information in shaping…
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Protest: Police Chief Warns Against Spread of Fake News
By: Quadri Yahya The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun on Wednesday issued “a stern warning against the spread…
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