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Is Qat central to Yemeni culture, as claimed by Facebook user? - Dubawa

2 weeks ago | dubawa.org | Rejoice Taddy

Claim: A Facebook user shared a video claiming that qat is widely consumed in Yemen for its energising effects and cultural significance. Verdict: True! The video accurately presents qat’s usage and cultural relevance, though it ignores the downsides of its consumption. For years, various Nigerian communities have traced their ancestral roots and cultural practices to Yemen, often through myths, oral traditions, or religious narratives.
Did Governor Alex Otti approve ESN to defend farmers against Fulani herders?

2 weeks ago | dubawa.org | Rejoice Taddy

Clashes between Fulani herders and farmers in Abia State have grown significantly between 2018 and 2023, with tensions often flaring over grazing routes, crop destruction, and land ownership disputes. This period saw a spike in reported incidents, including the 2018 attack in Isuikwuato LGA that led to the destruction of farmlands and the 2021 incident in Uzuakoli, where locals accused herders of violence and intimidation.
Facebook video of car escaping from collapsing bridge, AI-generated - Dubawa

4 weeks ago | dubawa.org | Rejoice Taddy

Claim: A video shared on Facebook shows a car escaping from a collapsing bridge. Verdict: False. Analysis using AI detection tools and forensic verification revealed that the video was AI-generated and not real. Artificial Intelligence (AI) may have started simple and easy to detect, but today, many social media users find themselves caught in a cycle of believing content that isn’t real. This has made it necessary for fact-checkers to debunk claims driven by false narratives amplified by AI.
2021 ultimatum by Emir Abbas Tafida shared as new development

1 month ago | dubawa.org | Rejoice Taddy

Claim: A Facebook user shared a video of the Emir of Muri, Abbas Tafida, giving Fulani herdsmen a 30-day ultimatum. Verdict: Misleading! While the video is authentic and does feature the Emir making the statement, it is not recent. It dates back to July 2021, when the Emir issued a 30-day ultimatum to address the ongoing attacks and kidnappings by suspected Fulani herdsmen. Since 2018, Fulani herders and the people of Muri in Taraba State have clashed repeatedly over land and grazing routes.
Yadda ake amfani da harshen uwa da labaran karya a yada wasu bakin manufofi

1 month ago | dubawa.org | Rejoice Taddy

A wajen da ke da taron jama’a da hayaniya, mutane biyu wadanda baki ne ga junansu, idan akwai harshe da ake yada bayanai za su iya haduwa nan take, a samu wata dama ta kulla alaka, a samu aminta da juna, amma a wannan zamani da ake yada bayanai ta intanet, wannan amintar da juna ana mayar da ita makamin yaki, kasancewar ana yada labaran karya cikin gaggawa, wannan ya sanya harshe ya zama wani makamin yaki mai karfi.
Has Umar Damagum resigned as PDP Acting Chairperson?

1 month ago | dubawa.org | Rejoice Taddy

Claim: A Facebook user shared a post alleging that PDP’s Acting National Chairperson, Umar Damagum, has resigned, attributing the report to Arise News. Verdict: False! DUBAWA verified that Umar Damagum has not resigned; moreover, no credible source confirms this claim. Since its formation in 1998, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has dominated Nigeria’s political landscape.
How local language disinformation is used to promote authoritarian foreign influence - Dubawa

1 month ago | dubawa.org | Rejoice Taddy

In a crowded hall buzzing with chatter, two strangers lock eyes. A shared language instantly connects them, creating an unspoken bond of trust. But in this digital age, this trust is being weaponized. Through it, misinformation spreads faster because it is wrapped in familiar words that make language a powerful tool for manipulation. Social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and TikTok amplify this effect by building virtual communities where language signals identity and trust.
Did Russia announce plan to establish $30bn grain farm in Abia State?

1 month ago | dubawa.org | Rejoice Taddy

Claim: A Facebook user claimed that Russia had announced its plan to establish the world’s largest grain farm, valued at over $30 billion, in Abia State. Verdict: False. There is no evidence that the Russian government has announced such a project in Nigeria. DUBAWA’s fact-check confirms that the claim is baseless and lacks credible sources. According to the post, the project is expected to boost Nigeria’s agricultural sector, create thousands of jobs, and strengthen trade relations.
Misleading clip alludes to existence of mythical creature in Delta State

1 month ago | dubawa.org | Rejoice Taddy

Claim: A Facebook user shared a video claiming that a dragon-like creature was seen swimming in Delta State, Nigeria. Verdict: Misleading. While the video is real, the creature is not a dragon and was not found in Delta State. DUBAWA’s fact check confirms it is a black water monitor lizard, a reptile native to Southeast Asia, not Nigeria. Facebook is among the most widely used platforms globally. As of April 2024, it had approximately 3.065 billion monthly active users worldwide.
How disinformation fuels pro-Biafran agenda on social media while undermining democracy

1 month ago | dubawa.org | Rejoice Taddy

On Nov. 21, 2024, Finnish authorities arrested Simon Ekpa, a key figure in the pro-Biafran movement, alongside four others for allegedly inciting violence and financing terrorism tied to separatist activities in Nigeria’s Southeast. Ekpa, a self-proclaimed leader of IPOB and head of the Biafra Government in Exile (BGIE), has long leveraged social media to enforce illegal sit-at-home orders and spread misleading content that fuels unrest.