AI and Governance The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Africa is rapidly transforming various aspects of life, moving beyond abstract concepts to tangible applications in governance, elections, and public service delivery. For instance, Kenya,Nigeria, Sierra Leone, South Africa have all deployed AI technology in different forms for election monitoring and other governance-related purposes including […]
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How The Misinformation Ecosystem Threatens Global Stability
How The Misinformation Ecosystem Threatens Global Stability Kingsley Okon Misinformation has become one of the defining challenges of the digital age. This is when false or inaccurate information is shared without the intent to deceive. Disinformation, on the other hand, is when false news is deliberately created and spread to mislead, manipulate, or cause harm. […]
Poverty and Falsehood: Here’s How Economic Hardship Fuels Misinformation in Nigeria
Poverty and Falsehood: Here’s How Economic Hardship Fuels Misinformation in Nigeria Nigeria is facing one of the most severe cost-of-living crises in decades. Soaring prices for food, fuel, transportation, healthcare, and basic commodities have put immense pressure on households across the country. According to reports, food inflation has surged massively in recent years, forcing families […]
Misinformation And Tax Reform In Nigeria: Fear, Facts And The Need For Clarity
Misinformation And Tax Reform In Nigeria: Fear, Facts And The Need For Clarity Nigeria is undergoing one of its most ambitious tax reform processes in a decade. This major shift came with heightened public interest, debates and a wave of misinformation. Following the passage of the new tax bill in 2025, false claims, fabricated documents […]
Tackling The Spread of Health Misinformation On Social Media
Tackling The Spread of Health Misinformation On Social Media Accurate health information is important as people rely on such information to make decisions about their well-being, such as whether to see a doctor, take medication, or change their diet. This helps people detect ailment early, go for proper medical consultation and treatment, and work towards […]
The Trust Trap: How Nigerian Influencers Are Powering Disinformation
The Trust Trap: How Nigerian Influencers Are Powering Disinformation In May 20225, news broke that thousands of Nigerians had fallen victim to a cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme known as CryptoBridge Exchange, or CBEX. The reported losses surpassed a trillion naira. CBEX was said to have appeared legitimate on the surface, giving an illusion of credibility to […]
Holy Words, Twisted Truths: How Religious Misinformation Fuels Conflict in Nigeria
Holy Words, Twisted Truths: How Religious Misinformation Fuels Conflict in Nigeria Misinformation has become a pervasive issue in Nigeria, it has transcended political or health misinformation to ethnic and religious misinformation. These misrepresentations of facts have played a significant role in triggering and sustaining various conflicts throughout the country. As a multi-religious nation, Nigeria presents […]
The Sectarian Echo Chamber: How Disinformation Breeds Ethnic Divisions, Hate Speech In Nigeria
The Sectarian Echo Chamber: How Disinformation Breeds Ethnic Divisions, Hate Speech In Nigeria The history of hate speech in Nigeria is deeply intertwined with the country’s colonial past, ethnic diversity, religious differences, and political struggles. After independence, Nigeria’s political landscape was characterised by ethnic tensions, particularly among the three major ethnic groups: Hausa-Fulani (North), Yoruba […]
