Dubawa

DUBAWA stands as Nigeria's pioneering independent project dedicated to verification and fact-checking. Launched by the Premium Times Centre for Investigative Journalism (PTCIJ), it has the backing of leading news organizations and civic groups throughout the country. Its goal is to enhance the culture of truth in public discussions, policy-making, and journalistic practices. This initiative maintains a non-partisan stance, adhering strictly to principles of accuracy, fairness, transparency, verification, independence, and accountability in all its endeavors. Our operations are influenced by the five guiding principles set forth by the International Fact Checking Network (IFCN). DUBAWA aims to foster a culture of truth and verification in both public discourse and journalism through collaborations with media outlets, government entities, civil society organizations, tech companies, and the general public. We operate under the belief that access to factual information empowers individuals to make better decisions in a democratic setting and on matters of public interest. By providing verified information, we aim to enhance good governance and accountability. Moreover, we recognize that trust and credibility in journalism have diminished, largely due to insufficient investment and the challenges posed by social media. We believe that an independent media initiative, by delivering accurate information and strengthening the capacity of newsrooms through partnerships, can help restore the trust that has been lost. This year, DUBAWA has also extended its efforts to Ghana, aiming to further bolster accountability and democracy throughout the West African region.

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No evidence that toilet paper causes urinary tract infections in women

2 days ago | dubawa.org | Toheeb Babalola

Claim: A WhatsApp post claims that toilet paper can cause a urinary tract infection. Verdict: Misleading! Experts and studies suggest women should wipe from the front backwards. Early this year, a post was shared on WhatsApp, a meta-messaging platform, claiming that toilet paper causes “urinary tract infections” in women. The post was circulated as a precautionary message, urging women to “stay healthy.”“Take note that toilet paper causes UTIs for women.
Yadda ake amfani da harshen uwa da labaran karya a yada wasu bakin manufofi

1 week 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.
Image of farmer allegedly killed by Fulani herdsmen shared by VDM, not recent

2 weeks ago | dubawa.org | Yunusa Umar

Claim: VeryDarkMan on X shared an image of a lifeless farmer, claiming that the farmer was attacked and killed by Fulani herdsmen in the South. Verdict: Misleading! DUBAWA’s findings reveal that the image has been online since 2024, when herdsmen attacked the Eha Amufu community in Enugu. Since the gruesome murder of 16 Northern travellers in the Uromi Community in the Southern State of Edo, an image has been shared to show how Fulani has been attacking the South.
Has Umar Damagum resigned as PDP Acting Chairperson?

2 weeks 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

3 weeks 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.
Footage depicting terrorist attack in Ondo, misleading

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.
Did Russia announce plan to establish $30bn grain farm in Abia State?

4 weeks 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.
False! Mbappé not leaving French national team

4 weeks ago | dubawa.org | Sunday Awosoro

Claim: A Facebook video shows Mbappé insulting his coach and announcing a plan to leave the French national team after losing to Croatia. Verdict: False! Mbappé did not announce any plan to leave France. Likewise, he never spoke rudely to his coach on camera. The circulating video was manipulated.
How accurate is claim over 70% of Nigerians are illiterate?

4 weeks ago | dubawa.org | Sunday Awosoro

Claim: An X user claimed that over 70 per cent of Nigeria’s population is illiterate. Verdict: False! The most recent data from the Ministry of Education puts the estimated number of non-literate Nigerians at 31 per cent. Amidst the ongoing feud between Senator Natasha Apoti and Godswill Akpabio, the Senate President, a video emerged on social media, showing a group of women in Kogi state purportedly gathered in an attempt to recall Senator Natasha.
Did Wike’s security invade Fubara’s private residence, as claimed?

4 weeks ago | dubawa.org | Phillip Anjorin

Claim: Agodi Comedy, a Facebook user, shared a video claiming that security agencies sent by Nyesom Wike invaded the private home of the embattled Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Verdict: FALSE. Analyses revealed that the video was footage of the scuffle between factions at the People’s Democratic Party’s (PDP) headquarters in January 2025 over access to the party’s Board of Trustees (BoT) meeting.