Author: Nanji Nandang
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5 Min read Twitter is an American microblogging and social networking service on which users post and interact with messages known as “tweets.” Registered users can post, like, and retweet tweets, but unregistered users can only read them. Twitter has become increasingly popular with academics as well as students, policymakers, politicians, and the general public. […]
3 mins read Claim: A viral message circulating on WhatsApp claims that a multi-billion Naira Iron ore mining company located in Gujeni, Kaduna State is recruiting a massive national workforce to resume operation by January 2022. Verdict: The claim that a multi-billion Naira Iron ore mining company located in Gujeni, Kaduna State is recruiting a […]
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA Nigeria) Plateau state branch has condemned the incessant killings in Plateau state as it demands that the perpetrators of the recent attacks on Bassa, Riyom, Rukuba Road and the orphanage home that was set ablaze in Bassa local government area be brought to book. FIDA made this demand […]
4 mins read Claim: A viral post by Naija Reality news claims that four FBI operatives arrived at the office of the Inspector General of Police in Abuja. Verdict: Verification has revealed that there is no public record in any credible platform to show that the viral post circulating social media that four FBI operatives […]
6 mins read Claim: A viral WhatsApp message is urging Nigerians to apply for the 2021 Commonwealth Scholarship to study for free in the UK . Verdict: Even though it is true the Commonwealth is offering fully funded scholarships, findings have revealed that the purported website open for registration is a click bait and the […]
6 mins read Claim: A message circulating on WhatsApp is asking Nigerians to apply for the Atiku Abubakar Empowerment Grant of N10,150 support fund via a website. Verdict: Findings have shown that the message circulating on WhatsApp, asking Nigerians to apply for the Atiku Abubakar Empowerment Grant of N10,150 support fund via a website, is […]
6 mins read Some news readers may be confused on what constitutes fact and opinion in journalism. While this reality is arguably prevalent, understanding journalistic terms such as editorials, news stories, opinions etc. has always been challenging to some readers. Nonetheless, in this case, a fact is a statement that can be proven true or […]
6 mins read Claim: A viral message on social media claims that Buhari’s regime declared a foreign national from Niger wanted for defrauding Nigeria of arms funds approximately $400 million, N400 million and €10 million. Verdict: While it is true that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have declared a Nigerien wanted for defrauding […]
Claim: A website, utmeoffical.net, claims it can upgrade scores for candidates that did not score up to the cut-off mark in JAMB examination. Verdict: Verification has shown that the advertised JAMB results upgrade is a scam. Full Text The Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) is a Nigerian entrance examination board for tertiary-level institutions. The […]
Digital evolution and technological advancement has without doubt caused changes in almost all aspects of human endeavor. While these changes have contributed immensely to both human and social development, it has also ushered in an era of fraudulent activities online, what Nigerians widely regard as “Yahoo Yahoo” or “419” in the general sense. These online […]
