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When People Manufacture Misinformation and Bots Spread it, Fight Back With MyAIFactchecker
By Abdulhakeem Abdulkareem You raised your eyebrows in skepticism after reading a news headline or social media post that are…
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Analysis: Is Radio’s Credibility at Risk in the Age of Information?
By Ibraheem Muhammad Mustapha Radio, with its widespread reach and unparalleled accessibility, continues to be a strong cornerstone of communication…
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Explainer: UAE has not Resumed Visa Services For Nigerians
By Mustapha Lawal On Tuesday, the 5th of March 2024, a viral announcement of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) lifting…
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AI in Newsrooms: A Call For Improved Innovation and Media Literacy
By Oluwaseye Ogunsanya Artificial Intelligence is evolving daily with its full-blown influx into virtually all aspects of human endeavour. It…
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Scammer Targets Nigerians in Emefiele’s Fraud Case Email Exploit
By Quadri Yahya An unknown number of Nigerians received a scam email message purportedly from the former Governor of the…
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Nigerias’ Digital Democracy: Analyzing Political Manipulation in the Age of Information – Part 1
By Afeez Rabiu Nigerian and African politics is undergoing a profound transformation, shaped by the dynamic forces of the digital…
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Democracy at the Crossroads: Senegal’s Electoral Dilemma and Path Forward
By Ibraheem Muhammad Mustapha In a recent two-part article (here, here), Factcheck Africa’s Mustapha Lawal delved into the upcoming elections of 2024, highlighting the…
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A Phishing Website Claims MTN Nigeria is Celebrating Super Eagles With 10Gb, N3,000 Airtime
By Dauda Musbau Claim MTN Nigeria celebrated The Nigerian Super Eagles by giving out 10GB free data and ₦3,000 Airtime…
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Democracy at the Crossroads: Senegal’s Electoral Dilemma (Part 2)
By Mustapha Lawal “Sall would cling on to power indefinitely” is an unprecedented statement following the multiple times President Macky Sall has vowed not…
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Misinformation’s Hold on Climate Change: A Wake-Up Call for Africa in the Shadows of Established Democracies
By Muhammad Mustapha Ibraheem In the ever-evolving landscape of global information dissemination, misinformation has emerged as a formidable adversary, capable…
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