In an era when our newsfeeds are crowded with slick videos, bold headlines, and desperate attempts to grab a few seconds of attention, it is tempting to scroll past yet another political ad without giving it a second thought. But a recent CTV News story reminds us why we cannot afford to be so casual. The report follows a simple, unsettling moment: a public figure picks up their phone and sees a polished, professionally produced advertisement telling thousands of voters that they have endorsed a candidate. The music swells, their face fills the screen, and the words are exactly the…

Seeing is no longer believing, and for Nigeria, that reality is becoming a national security challenge. The Centre for Crisis Communication (CCC) has issued a stark warning that artificial intelligence-generated fake news, deepfakes, and coordinated disinformation campaigns are growing threats to the country’s stability, public trust, and security. With the 2027 general elections on the horizon, the centre cautions that these digital weapons could be used to manipulate public opinion, inflame tensions, and undermine confidence in democratic institutions. In response, the CCC is urging the Federal Government to move beyond rhetoric and establish a functional technological framework capable of detecting…