Protecting Truth in the Digital Age

We monitor, analyze, and combat disinformation to preserve the integrity of public discourse.

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For years, Nigeria’s electoral landscape has been marred by a toxic information environment where truth is often the first casualty. Every election cycle brings an avalanche of propaganda, doctored images, and fabricated broadcasts designed to sway public opinion through fear and misinformation. As the country looks toward the 2027 general elections, the stakes have risen dramatically. While disinformation was a major issue in 2023—exploiting ethnic and religious fault lines to suppress votes and incite hatred—the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the political playbook changes the game entirely. We are no longer just dealing with human-led lies; we are entering…

The legal proceedings against former DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson reached a pivotal moment this week at Newry Crown Court, as the 63-year-old took the stand to vehemently deny a series of grave criminal allegations. Appearing in a dark suit and red tie, Donaldson, who once stood as a dominant figure in Northern Irish politics, faced a jury to address 18 charges, including rape, indecent assault, and gross indecency. These accusations, which involve two complainants and span a period between 1985 and 2008, represent a profound fall from grace for a man who rose to prominence with the Good Friday…

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