…on Monday, the anti-graft agency warned members of the public against falling for the misinformation. The post featured a graphic boldly labelled, “FAKE NEWS” and “THIS IS FALSE NEWS. BEWARE!” The false claim being circulated read, “Disturb your godfather ooo. EFCC is secretly recruiting. They are probably reporting fo…

…never be elevated to established facts without evidence.” According to the coalition, misinformation and propaganda capable of distracting security agencies could undermine ongoing operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks. The youths stressed that professional security agencies often undertake intelligence-dri…

…sentence, ruling that a prison term was necessary to discourage the growing spread of misinformation on social media. BBC reports that prosecutors told the court that Alhassan, who has more than 70,000 followers on TikTok, made false and defamatory allegations against the president through videos that were widely share…

…the 2027 elections. The organisation urged eligible youths to register and vote, reject misinformation, violence and hate speech, and hold political leaders accountable based on issues rather than personalities. Yiaga Africa, which supports the Youth Town Hall through the European Union Support to Democratic Governance…

…to strengthen immunisation services in conflict-affected communities, tackle vaccine misinformation, increase domestic and international funding, and invest in stronger disease surveillance and health information systems to prevent future outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases. The post 13.5m children miss vaccines…

…viral claims as entirely fabricated and urged the public to disregard them as malicious misinformation.''My attention was drawn to false reports circulating online claiming that I have filed for divorce from my husband, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.For the avoidance of doubt, I have not filed for divorce. The publication is entire…

…among artisans and construction workers. Participants discussed key barriers such as misinformation, low awareness, limited workplace support and policy gaps. They also explored practical adaptation pathways, including worker education, hydration practices, site-level health checks and stronger collaboration among gove…

…need for sustained public enlightenment, particularly in rural communities, to address misinformation and misconceptions relating to land administration.

…Violent extremists, organised criminal groups, and hostile actors increasingly weaponise misinformation, disinformation, fear, and propaganda. Their objective is not merely to inflict physical harm but also to undermine public confidence in state institutions and weaken social cohesion. Governments cannot afford to ced…

…authorities, there was a need to avoid what he described as "trial by media" and misinformation. "We strongly reject the growing culture of trial by media, misinformation, and deliberate attempts to distract public officials from their constitutional responsibilities," he said. Ajimati praised Gbajabiamila's record in…

…have launched a nationwide #CheckBeforeYouPost campaign as part of efforts to curb misinformation, disinformation and hate speech ahead of the Osun State governorship election and the 2027 general elections. The stakeholders said Nigeria's information ecosystem faces growing threats from coordinated misinformation capa…

…and symptomatic of a dangerous erosion of moral values. The organisation warned that misinformation, rumours and false accusations are increasingly becoming triggers for mob violence. JNI urged authorities to conduct a transparent investigation into both the mob attack and allegations surrounding the conduct of securit…

…immunisation gaps. Health officials attribute the resurgence to declining herd immunity, misinformation, and uneven vaccine distribution across local government areas. A UNICEF consultant, Dr Pita Obam, warned that measles outbreaks in Nigeria are often driven by "waning immunity and gaps in vaccination coverage," urgi…

…social media platforms, warning that addictive platform designs, harmful online content, misinformation, and extensive data collection threaten children's mental health, privacy, and overall well-being.

…agencies should keep the public informed, provide reporting channels, counter misinformation, and promote safe LPG handling practices. "These responsibilities assigned to stakeholders must translate into visible improvements for Nigerians. "I charge every stakeholder to deliver outcomes Nigerians can see and feel," he…

…residents remain informed and reassured. Addressing the challenge of fake news and misinformation, the commissioner urged residents to rely on verified government communication channels and credible media organisations for information. He warned against the deliberate spread of false information capable of causing publ…

…justice, lawlessness and the dangerous spread of mob violence fueled by rumours and misinformation. The deceased, an Islamic teacher and mother of more than five children was said to have travelled from the New Maraban Jos area to attend an Islamic lecture reportedly organised at a local school in the old Maraban Jos a…

…several senior officers. He described the report as misleading and allegedly fuelled by misinformation from a junior officer within the Customs Service, maintaining that no officer is being removed to pave the way for another and that all retirements currently taking place are statutory and lawful. According to him, th…

…sources. Nonetheless, prolonged silence can also fuel anxiety, speculation and misinformation. The challenge for government, is therefore, finding the delicate balance between operational security and public accountability. Human cost Beyond military calculations and intelligence assessments lied the human reality of t…

…to polling units across the state and commended efforts by stakeholders to counter misinformation, fake news and disinformation during the election. However, it noted that security operatives in some areas, including Ikere, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti South-West, Ekiti West and Ikole local government areas, restricted the movemen…

…false reports and rely on verified information from security agencies to avoid panic and misinformation.

The fate of a 26-year-old pregnant woman, Olamide Azeez (not her real name), and her unborn baby remains uncertain due to her ignorance of genotype compatibility before pregnancy. Compounding her situation, Azeez, because of financial constraints, is relying on herbal concoctions provided by a traditional birth attenda…

…General and Assistant Deputy Secretary General, respectively, Ohanaeze said the misinformation, tension and apprehension generated by the purported suspension across communities within Igboland and the diaspora necessitated a clarification. The statement said, “After careful review and consultation within its constitut…