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4 weeks ago | 
dubawa.org | Lademi Aborisade |Sunday Awosoro
Claim: X user shares a video claiming that terrorists have taken over Ondo, forcing residents to flee their homes. Verdict: Misleading! The video depicts residents fleeing their homes after a recent communal clash in Ilobu, Osun State. It has nothing to do with the attack in Ondo State. Nigeria is a diverse country with over 250 ethnic groups with distinct cultures, languages, and traditions.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
dubawa.org | Lademi Aborisade
Claim: Threads user @thetabama shares a video on how a man accidentally started the Los Angeles fire. Verdict: FALSE! Our findings reveal that the video is unrelated, as it appeared online in December 2024 before the wildfire started. The Palisades Fire in Los Angeles (LA) erupted on Jan 7, 2025, and its cause is still being investigated.
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
dubawa.org | Lademi Aborisade
On January 6, 2025, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) assessed the country’s risk level for Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) as moderate and is enhancing preparatory measures. In collaboration with health organisations, the NCDC implements strategies to address potential impacts. The centre also debunked false reports claiming that the World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared HMPV a global health emergency, urging the public to ignore such misinformation.
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Nov 22, 2024 | 
dubawa.org | Lademi Aborisade
Claim: X user Naija Nation claims that Nigerians held a parade for Donald Trump in Lagos for the United States Presidential Elections. Verdict: Misleading! The video is from 2020. Reputable news organisations reported on the story four years ago. On Nov. 5, 2024, Americans voted in the highly anticipated presidential election, which produced former Republican President Donald Trump.
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Nov 14, 2024 | 
dubawa.org | Lademi Aborisade
In today’s digital world, where information is shared constantly across many platforms, the challenge is finding information and knowing if it is trustworthy. False information can spread rapidly, intentionally or accidentally, making it important for individuals to pause and think critically before sharing content on social media. Critical thinking and source evaluation are essential Media and Information Literacy (MIL) skills that can enrich discernment.
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Nov 12, 2024 | 
dubawa.org | Lademi Aborisade
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) confirmed in a statement that 17 candidates from different political parties are running for the Ondo State governorship election. The election is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, with a diverse slate of candidates vying for the top position. Below is a summary of the 17 candidates and their respective parties competing to lead Ondo State for the next four years.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
dubawa.org | Lademi Aborisade
Claim: Facebook user Judith James claims that Elon Musk is developing a new robot to assist women in carrying pregnancies. Verdict: False! A review of the “We, Robots” Tesla event and official sources confirms that no such project was announced or discussed. Image verification tools also reveal the image is AI-generated. Elon Musk, a visionary entrepreneur and business magnate with diverse ventures, founded PayPal, SpaceX, Tesla, Neuralink, and The Boring Company.
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Oct 21, 2024 | 
dubawa.org | Lademi Aborisade
Claim: X user shared a picture of a royal family in Uba-Agwa in Oguta Local Government Area, arrested for robbery and kidnapping. Verdict: Misleading! Multiple news platforms reported the original incident in August 2020, using the same photograph in the recent post. Tribalism remains a deeply rooted issue in Nigeria, influencing social interactions, political decisions, and resource access.
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Oct 9, 2024 | 
dubawa.org | Lademi Aborisade
Claim: Pastor Okezie (@Onsugbo) shared a video on X reporting the arrest of a man named Emeka Madu in Ikotun, Lagos State, for manufacturing fake malaria drugs. Verdict: Misleading! Our findings show the event happened five years ago. NAFDAC also published a disclaimer on this. The rise of fake drugs in Nigeria has become a serious health issue, worsened by the increasing cost of medicines. This problem grew after GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) exited the Nigerian market.
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Sep 30, 2024 | 
dubawa.org | Lademi Aborisade
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is one of the most common hormonal disorders affecting women of reproductive age, yet it remains widely misunderstood. Myths and misinformation about PCOS are abundant, often leading to confusion, stigma, and delayed diagnosis for many women. It is a common hormonal disorder characterized by irregular menstrual cycles, excessive levels of male hormones (), and, in some cases, multiple small cysts on the ovaries.
