…added: “If my mother, the legendary Mary MacLeod Trump, said anything bad about me, the Fake News would play it up.” The US president doubled down on his justifications when quizzed by reporters later, saying that Acton was “fair game” and that he was unaware of the abuse allegations.Make PUNCH part of your everyday ex…

…the generalisation of incidents through media reports, warning that misinformation and fake news could distort perceptions of South Africans. She cited South Africa’s national anthem, which begins with an appeal for God to bless Africa, as a reflection of the country’s recognition of the support it received from other…

…I think he is bringing a bit of what I would call liveliness but he is bringing a bit of fake news, populism narrative that is not necessarily, innuendo, and falsehood. “For example, one of the falsehood he peddled was that the economic policies of the President killed his mother, even the madman who used to advise Pet…

…media to disseminate relevant and credible information promptly and prevent rumours, fake news and sensational reports. “Members of the public should scrutinise every piece of information from social media and cross-check with relevant government agencies rather than swallowing it hook, line and sinker. “Artificial Int…

…Ronaldo and the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF), dismissing the reports as “fake news.” Mourinho was reportedly linked to remarks concerning the growing tensions surrounding Ronaldo and the Portugal national team. However, in a post by football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on X on Thursday, Mourinho has firmly…

…the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has also acknowledged the circulating message as fake news.OPay reaffirms commitment to NigeriaOPay said it would not ignore deliberate misinformation capable of creating panic, causing financial losses or undermining confidence in Nigeria’s financial system.The fintech maintained that…

…Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN). "Tackling fake news: INEC's bold mock election proposal to safeguard 2027". Photo >As reported by Daily Trust, Amupitan's keynote address was delivered on his behalf by National Commissioner Sani Adam, SAN. PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to…

…a viral video falsely linking NSA Nuhu Ribadu to an illegal arms importation case is fake newsNCCSALW confirmed one of its top officials was personally present when 399 automatic weapons seized at Tin Can Island Port in Apapa, Lagos, were handed over to the centreNCCSALW boss revealed that a July 2026 arms destruction…

…pledge to an instrument with defined legal consequences for violation, including for the fake news and incitement that spokespersons and supporters, not just candidates, are typically responsible for.” He added that “the involvement of the Nigeria Police Force and the Independent National Electoral Commission,” which h…

The Director-General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Dr Joseph Ochogwu, has urged Nigerian youths to reject hate speech, misinformation and intolerance as the country prepares for the 2027 general elections. Ochogwu made the call on Thursday in Abuja at a two-day training programme organised by the …

…all of that. We totally avoid hate speech, and we don’t use bad language. We don’t use fake news. We don’t use false propaganda, and we try as much as possible to comply with the Electoral Act in terms of how to conduct rallies. We totally avoid violence. We don’t use thugs. We don’t pay thugs. We don’t buy votes, and…

…skin if you desire fame" Singer Timi Dakolo warns as he shares how innocent act led to fake news about him Timi Dakolo has shared how an innocent act at an event led to the spreading of false news about him. The singer took to Instagram to narrate how it was alleged that he had a secret love child after he showed care…

…violence in just 500 polling units can suppress turnout and change the national outcome. Fake news “My fourth fear is that lies will travel faster than truth. “In 2023, fake INEC result sheets for Kano and Lagos went viral six hours before collation ended. “A doctored video of a candidate ‘slumping’ got 3 million views…

…demanding the resignation of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) leadership. “It’s a fake news”, Essien told Sports Vanguard, adding that the report is not true as he insisted that there was no such directive from the Federal Government. The NFF had fixed September 27 for elections into the executive committee with G…

…FUOYE for greater academic excellence and institutional growth."FUOYE condemns spread of fake newsFUOYE's management said the false reports appeared to be a deliberate attempt to cause panic within the university community, among the people of Osun State, and among the general public."It is deeply regrettable that some…

…Iran sought negotiations. “And then they said, ‘We never said that.’ You know what? The fake news knows they did say that. But we are talking. Let’s see what happens. But they respect us. They respect us.” Reiterates opposition to Iran’s nuclear ambitions The US president concluded by insisting that previous administra…

…House press secretary Karoline Leavitt branded coverage of the exchange with Hegseth “FAKE NEWS!” “I was at Camp David with President Trump and Secretary Hegseth. This literally never happened,” she wrote on X. Chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said the reports about Trump’s clash with Hegseth and the weapons short…

…ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!"FAKE NEWS ALERT: Please disregard the message below. It did not originate from WAEC," the council wrote, sharing an image of the forged letter with a bold red "FAKE" stamp overlaid on it.WAEC: What the forged letter claimedThe document, which…

…party. SDP is not for sale,” he said. Olaniyi cautioned those behind the alleged fake news to desist from spreading false information or face legal consequences. “We warn all perpetrators of this fake news to desist immediately or face the full wrath of the law,” he said. He reiterated that the SDP remained committed t…

…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 for training next month,” alongside a prompt encouraging users t…

…of fake N50,000 allowance registration scam. Photo Bola Ahmed Tinubuministry debunks fake newsBut in a statement shared on its official X (formerly Twitter) page on Sunday, July 19, Nigerian authorities asked citizens to disregard the message as fraudulent. It also cautioned against clicking on spurious links and websi…

…series of posts shared on his Instagram Story on Friday. In one of the posts, he wrote, “Fake news!! I wasn’t scammed. Trust bloggers @ ur own Risk. Doing fine and happy. Peace & Love” He also mocked the viral claim in another Instagram Story, writing, “4m$ keh?? This country no go sleep!!” The false report had sparked…

…blogs automatically assume he took a loan from the Central Bank. The desperation for fake news on this app is getting out of hand"@enney4real shared:"When public figures deny reports like this, transparency becomes important for everyone involved. Do you think media outlets should verify such claims more thoroughly bef…

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…Again, this underscores the oppositions’ hypocrisy, and true character as peddlers of fake news and merchants of blackmail,” the party said. The APC said the successful upload of the particulars of the party’s presidential, vice-presidential, Senate and House of Representatives candidates demonstrated the APC’s organis…