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Explainer: Grok responding to only verified X users? Here’s how AI is changing the information space
By: Quadri Yahya In the social media space, humans and bot have long coexisted in imperfect harmony. Now, Artificial Intelligence/chatbot is…
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Fact-Check: Did the Sultan of Sokoto Announce That the Shawwal 1446 Crescent Moon Was Not Sighted in Nigeria?
BY: Mustapha Lawal ClaimThe Sultan of Sokoto Announced that the Shawwal 1446 Crescent Moon Was Not Sighted in NigeriaVerdictMISLEADING. The claim…
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Fact-Check: No Evidence to Support Claim That FG Has Announced Plans to Stop Importation of Solar Panels
BY: Oluwaseye Ogunsanya ClaimMultiple reports claimed that the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to stop the importation of solar…
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Beware: False Claim About Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Job Recruitment
By Oluwatoyin Hawal MomoloshoClaim A viral message circulating on different WhatsApp groups claim that the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is currently…
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Explainer: The Anambra Security Outfit’s Alleged Dress Code Arrests
BY: Mustapha LawalIn the past week, a viral claim has circulated widely on social media, suggesting that the Anambra State…
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The Unseen Borders: A Journey Through the World of Visas (Part 3)
By: Sultan Usman In a world where visa policies often serve as the first handshake between nations, the Federal Government…
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Heat Stress Warnings in Nigeria: Pre-bunking Myths and Misinformation
BY: Mustapha LawalThe Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued repeated heat stress warnings as temperatures continue to soar across the…
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Fact-check: AI-Generated Video Falsely Claims Trump Vowed to ‘Liberate’ Biafra
BY: Mustapha Lawal Claim:A viral video shows former US President Donald Trump announcing his plans to help the Igbo people of…
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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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