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Fact-Check: Is Opay Gifting ₦10,000 for Ramadan?
By: Shukurat OlajireClaim: A message circulating on WhatsApp claims that OPay is offering a ₦10,000 Ramadan gift, with a link https://cut-ly.com/Opay-10k-ramadan-giveaway and an instruction “send Account Number” to claim…
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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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The Dangerous Spread of Climate Change Misinformation: Why Facts Matter
BY: Mustapha LawalClimate change is one of the most pressing challenges facing our world today, yet misinformation continues to cloud…
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Explainer: The Controversy Surrounding School Closures for Ramadan in Northern Nigeria
By Oluwaseye Ogunsanya Last week, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, and Bauchi State governments ordered the closure of all schools during the holy…
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FactCheckAfrica Launches Gamification Fact-Checking Flashcards Project in Nigeria Secondary Schools
By: Oluwaseye Ogunsanya At a time when misinformation is gaining ground, impacting the young ones, the need for critical thinking and…
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Fact-Check: Did Folorunso Alakija Go Blind?
By: Sultan UsmanClaim:A viral social media post claims that Nigerian billionaire Folorunso Alakija has gone blind.Verdict:Unconfirmed. There is no credible…
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Fact-check: Is Aliko Dangote Giving Out ₦105,000 as Ramadan Cash Blessings?
By: Oluwatoyin Hawal Momolosho Claim:A viral post has been circulating on social media, claiming that Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote is giving…
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Beware! National Population Commission Is Not Recruiting ad-hoc Staff Yet
By: Sultan UsmanClaim:National Population Commission (NPC) recruiting ad-hoc staff for the 2025 Population and Housing Census.Verdict: MisleadingFull Text:A viral advertisement…
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Facts Are the Foundation of a Healthy Society, They Are Not Mere Opinions –FactCheckAfrica
In today’s interconnected world, where information spreads rapidly across various platforms, the integrity of facts has never been more critical.…
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Fact-check: Did Trump Order the Sale of African Leaders’ Properties and Deportation of Their Children?
BY: Mustapha LawalCLAIM: A viral Facebook post claims that U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered the sale of properties owned by…
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