The claim that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has joined Donald Trump to launch or plan Israeli military action in Nigeria to eliminate terrorists is FALSE.
Did President Trump Meet With The Nigerien Ambassador After Reciprocal Visa Ban?
The claim that Donald Trump invited the Nigerien Ambassador to the United States, despite Niger imposing a reciprocal ban on US citizens, is MISLEADING.
CLAIM: Nigeria’s VAT Rate Increases To 17 Percent Under New Tax Law
CLAIM: Nigeria’s VAT Rate Increases To 17 Percent Under New Tax Law On January 5, 2025, an X user @Avenata01 claimed that a radio station in Nigeria reported that the value added tax (VAT) rate had been raised to 17 percent following the implementation of the new tax law. The post which was a reply […]
New Tax Law: Can Nigerians Operate Bank Account Without Tax Identification Number?
New Tax Law: Can Nigerians Operate Bank Account Without Tax Identification Number? In September 2025, a claim circulated online and in media reports stating that beginning January 1, 2026, no Nigerian or non-resident will be allowed to open or operate a bank account without a valid Tax Identification Number, TIN. As the year winds up, […]
The Newly Introduced Compulsory Vehicle Recycling Fee in Nigeria
The Newly Introduced Compulsory Vehicle Recycling Fee in Nigeria The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to introduce a one-time compulsory vehicle recycling fee that will apply to motorists and vehicle owners. This is set to commence in 2026. According to the National Automotive Design and Development Council, NADDC, the fee is part of […]
Has Hushpuppi Been Released And Deported Back To Nigeria?
Has Hushpuppi Been Released And Deported Back To Nigeria? On December 27, 2025, a verified handle on X claimed that convicted internet fraudster, Ramon Abbas, popularly known as Hushpuppi, has been released from prison in the United States due to good behaviour, and deported back to Nigeria. The post which has images of a man […]
Were Twelve Ivorians Arrested In Togo While Attempting To Organise A Coup?
Were Twelve Ivorians Arrested In Togo While Attempting To Organise A Coup? On December 14, 2025, an X user @Cecild84 made a claim that twelve Ivory Coast citizens were arrested in Togo while attempting to organise a coup. The post had an image of uniformed military men with the caption “🇹🇬🇨🇮12 Ivorians have been caught […]
CLAIM: FCTA Imposes Generator Noise Pollution Tax On Abuja Residents
CLAIM: FCTA Imposes Generator Noise Pollution Tax On Abuja Residents A page on X @TrendingEx has claimed that the Federal Capital Territory Authority, FCTA, now charges tax for generator noise pollution. The post, which had images of the notice and a man with his generator, was captioned “Just In: FCTA now charging Generator-Noise Pollution Tax […]
CLAIM: Ghanaians Can Travel Across Africa Visa-Free
CLAIM: Ghanaians Can Travel Across Africa Visa-Free An account on micro-blogging platform X, @zoomafrica1 claims that Ghanaian citizens can now travel to 54 African countries without a visa. The post which was shared on December 18, 2025, had the caption “BREAKING: Ghanaian citizens can now travel to 54 African countries without a visa” When this […]
Does Burkina Faso Have The Best Air Defence System In Africa?
Does Burkina Faso Have The Best Air Defence System In Africa? On December 14, 2025, an X user @alinaka claimed that Burkina Faso has the best air defence system in Africa. The post which had a collage image of Nigeria’s president, Tinubu and his Burkina Faso’s counterpart, Ibrahim Traoré, is captioned “Burkina Faso has the […]
