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Fact-Check: Mpox Not a Side Effect of COVID-19 Vaccines!
These claims are misleading and false. Mpox is a distinct disease caused by the monkeypox virus and has no connection…
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Fact-Check: Mike Tyson Has Not Challenged Olympic Boxer Imane Khelif to a Fight
BY: Mustapha Lawal Claim: Mike Tyson reportedly stated he’s willing to fight Olympic boxer Imane Khelif, with proceeds going to a women’s…
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Explainer: Understanding Fund Allocation & Remittance; EFCC and the Alleged ₦50 Billion Donation to NELFUND
BY: Mustapha LawalIn recent media reports, claims have emerged that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) made a substantial…
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Introducing AI Journalism Fellowship Program West Africa Cohort of 2024
We are delighted to announce the 2024 cohort of the AI Journalism Fellowship Program West Africa, conducted by FactCheckAfrica and…
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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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BEWARE! Website Purporting to be Portal for Correction of NIN is FAKE!
By Toheeb BabalolaClaimWebsite purported to be the authentic gateway for resolving identification-related concerns pertaining to Nigerian Identity Number.The website which…
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FactCheck: Did Governor Seyi Makinde Mandate Oyo Local Government Chairmen to Disassociate from ALGON?
BY: Sunday TaiwoClaim: Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State mandated all 33 Local Government Chairmen to hold a joint press conference,…
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Deepfake Content! Video Depicts Donald Trump Speaking on Tinubu and Peter Obi
By: Aanuoluwatomiwa Oke and Aminat MiskiluClaim: Donald Trump opposes Tinubu and endorses Peter Obi.screenshot of deepfake video/FactCheckAfricaVerdict: False! The video is a…
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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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FactCheck: Fabricated content! Unrelated image used to depict arrest of ‘Spiderman’ by Police
BY: Mustapha LawalClaim: Unidentified Protester dressed in Spiderman costume arrested during #EndBadGovernance protest. Verdict: False! The image attributed to the arrest is from…
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