The claim that Saudi Arabia offered to build 200 mosques in Burkina Faso and interim leader Traoré rejected the offer is FALSE. The existing cooperation between the two countries centres on development and humanitarian assistance.
CLAIM: US And Nigeria Disagree Over Deployment Of Soldiers
The claim that the United States Army and the Nigerian Defence Headquarters (DHQ) are in disagreement over deploying U.S. soldiers to the battlefield is MISLEADING. There is no credible evidence that the United States Army and Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters are in disagreement over the deployment of U.S. soldiers to Nigeria.
Did US Rep. Riley Moore Show Congress Document Confirming Nigeria’s Separation After 100 Years?
The claim that the U.S. Congressman Riley Moore presented a British government document calling for Nigeria’s division after 100 years is FALSE. His verified statements focus solely on security concerns, warning that destabilising the country could empower terrorists and put civilians, particularly Christians, at greater risk. There is no evidence of any British “100-year clause,” and the narrative circulating online is misinformation.
Does Morocco’s Application To The European Union Make It A Non-African Country?
Does Morocco’s Application To The European Union Make It A Non-African Country? On January 14, 2026, an X user, @ali_naka made claims that Morocco has applied for membership in the European Union (EU). The post had the caption “Morocco applied for European Union membership. AFCON is for Africans. End Of Post” When this report was […]
CLAIM: Kenya Ends Trade Deal With China Following Pressure From The US
The claim that Kenya has lost its sovereignty and was instructed by the United States to end a trade deal with China is MISLEADING.
CLAIM: Nigeria’s New Tax Law Charges 7.5 Percent On All Bank Transfers
The claim that Nigerians are now required to pay 7.5 percent on every bank transfer is MISLEADING. The VAT does not apply to the total sum of money to be transferred but on the bank charges for every transfer.
Did The Akwa Ibom State House Of Assembly Propose A 10-Year Jail Term For Adultery?
Did The Akwa Ibom State House Of Assembly Propose A 10-Year Jail Term For Adultery? On January 12, 2026, popular Nigerian news blog @instablog9ja posted a claim on X, stating that lawmakers in the Akwa Ibom state House of Assembly have proposed a 10 year jail term for single women who have affairs with married […]
CLAIM: Justice Omotosho To Revisit Kanu’s Case After Pressure From Israel, U.S. And The ICC
CLAIM: Justice Omotosho To Revisit Kanu’s Case After Pressure From Israel, U.S. And The ICC On January 7, 2026, an X user @KizyUzoma claimed that Justice James Omotosho is set to revisit the case of detained leader of the Indigenous People Of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. following pressure from the International Criminal Court, ICC, […]
Did Benjamin Netanyahu Vow To Join Trump In Fighting Terrorism In Nigeria?
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.
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 […]
