IPI Nigeria to examine AI threats to media integrity
The International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria will examine Artificial Intelligence (AI) threats to media integrity and explore AI-powered solutions to combat misinformation at its 2026…
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Muslim Media Practitioners Demand Public Holiday To Mark Islamic New Year
The Muslim Media Practitioners of Nigeria (MMPN) has renewed its call on the federal and state governments to declare the first day of the Islamic calendar, Muharram 1, a public holiday,…
Gombe engages media to boost polio, HPV vaccine uptake
The Gombe State Government has engaged media professionals and stakeholders to strengthen awareness on polio immunisation and boost vaccine uptake ahead of upcoming campaigns across…
Uganda Shuts Internet, Suspends NGOs, Tightens Media Controls Ahead of Elections
The Ugandan government has shut down public internet access, suspended several civil society organisations, and intensified restrictions on journalists as the country heads into general…
CAF slams Egypt with $5,000 fine over media breach at AFCON
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has fined the Egypt national football team $5,000 for failing to meet mandatory media obligations after their opening match against Zimbabwe at…
Tacha Kneels to Greet Ebuka at Guinness World Record Event, Fans Applaud Her Humility
Media personality and Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, was among the celebrities who showed up to support reality star Tacha Akide during her Guinness World Record…
Wumi Toriola Hospitalized Following Social Media Backlash Over Colleague’s Comments
Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola has been hospitalized after reportedly suffering health complications linked to the stress of an intense online backlash.
The…
The Buratai Story and the Erosion of Media Credibility
In a democracy like ours, the media occupies a critical space in shaping public opinion, guiding national discourse, and holding institutions accountable. But when sensationalism…
Israeli Strike on Gaza Media Tent Kills Reporter, Wounds Six Journalists
An Israeli airstrike hit a media tent outside Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis early Monday, killing two people, including Palestinian journalist Yousef al-Faqawi, and injuring six…
Meta Bans Russian State Media Over Alleged Foreign Interference
Meta Bans Russian State Media Over Alleged Foreign Interference
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram, has announced a global ban on Russian state media outlets,…