Media Literacy
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Viral video claiming Donald Trump named corrupt Nigerian politicians false
Claim: Donald Trump released the names of corrupt Nigerian politicians and the amount they looted. Verdict: False. Full Text Nigeria’s…
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Image showing Tinubu with US president doctored
Claim: An image shows the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu met the US president, Joe…
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No, you cannot vote without permanent voter’s card
Claim: A broadcast message has been circulating on WhatsApp platforms claiming that Nigerians can vote without their Permanent Voter’s Card…
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LIVE FACT-CHECK: Atiku, Kwankwaso, Obi discuss education, other sectors on Arise’s town hall
Candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Kwankwaso and Labour Party (LP),…
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Does placing strand of wool on head stop hiccups?
Claim: A strand of wool on the head stops hiccups. Verdict: False. Although several techniques/tricks are suggested to eliminate hiccups,…
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Àlàyé: Ẹ̀tọ́ àti idojukọ àwọn àkàndá ẹ̀dá l’ásìkò ìdìbò ní Nàìjíríà
Ẹ̀tọ́ àwọn àkàndá ẹ̀dá ṣe pàtàkì nínu ètò ìdìbò. Ni orílè-èdè Nàìjíríà, awon àkàndá ẹ̀dá maá ń saba kojú ìṣòro…
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Misleading claim fruit extract cures cancer recirculated
Claim: Fruit extract kills cancer in 48 hours. Verdict: Misleading. Although the aerial parts of soursop have proven to be…
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#2023Election: Eight types of mis and disinformation to look out for ahead of polls
During election cycles, there is a high need for information and the desire to be the first informant, whether the…
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#2023Election: Your rights as a voter on election day
In past elections, voter turnout has been an issue of serious concern, and this is mostly linked to the shrinking…
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Experts recommend media literacy to enhance mutual understanding in society
Experts have emphasised the importance of reliable and factual information to enable citizens to make sound decisions and reinforce trust.…
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