EXPLAINERS Round-Up: Sokoto killing, Messi’s Public holiday, other top claims fact-checked this week 11 October 2026
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Round-up: Yoruba’s alleged protest against Tinubu, other top claims verified this week As different narratives and trends circulate online, misinformation and disinformation keep spreading, shaping public conversations, especially on Facebook.… Mohammed Taoheed · Sep 20, 2026
How TikTok creators use Yorùbá to evade censorship, push erotic content to users Content warning! This story contains sexually explicit words documented as part of the investigation. Reader discretion is advised.… Sunday Awosoro · Sep 5, 2026
Can Nigerian creators face legal action for prank videos? Full Text The advent of social media and the harsh realities of Nigeria’s economic situation have given content… Mohammed Taoheed · Aug 20, 2026
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Round-up: Yoruba’s alleged protest against Tinubu, other top claims verified this week Sep 20, 2026 Mohammed Taoheed 579 views
01 How TikTok creators use Yorùbá to evade censorship, push erotic content to users DUBAWA In-depth · Sep 5, 2026
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