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Explained: Reports Surrounding the Circulation and Withdrawal of Old Naira Notes in Nigeria
For now, citizens are urged to use both old and new naira notes as legal tender, pending any definitive directive…
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Fact-check: Times Okonjo-Iweala’s Name Used to Spread Fake Information on WhatsApp, Facebook, X
BY: Quadri Yahya The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala apparently avoids spreading misinformation, yet unscrupulous social…
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MyAIFactchecker Features in Civic Tech Innovation Hangout
On October 14, 2024, FactCheckAfrica’s innovative tool, MyAIFactchecker, was showcased at the Civic Tech Innovation Network’s CTIF Exhibition Hangout. The…
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Prof. Oloyede Discusses “Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanities” at Unilorin Annual Lecture
This advocacy is directly linked to the ongoing efforts of organizations like FactCheckAfrica, which focuses on democratizing fact checking tools…
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The Growing Concern of Misinformation in President Tinubu’s Speeches and the Problem of Inadequate Data
BY: Mustapha Lawal One would expect that the presidential address, especially on symbolic occasions such as Independence Day, would offer citizens…
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The Battle for Truth in Edo’s Governorship Election – How Misinformation Sabotaged the Democratic Process
BY: Mustapha LawalThe Edo State governorship election held on Saturday, September 21, 2024, was more than just a test of…
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African Traditional Religion: Perspective on Fighting Misinformation
BY- Habeeb AdisaThe fast dissemination of information in the digital age has aggravated the issue of misinformation. Societies are currently…
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The Role of Islam in Curbing Misinformation
BY: Aladodo Abdus-SalamOn September 14, 2024, Dr. Sharafudeen Gbadebo Raji, a prominent figure in the propagation of Islamic knowledge in…
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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 LawalThe Global Risks Report 2024, released by the World Economic Forum (WEF), brought forth a sobering reflection on…
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