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Is it true that one can vote without a permanent voter’s card? This claim is False!

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A broadcast message has been circulating on WhatsApp platforms claiming that Nigerians can vote without their Permanent Voter’s Card provided they have registered with the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC).

This claim is False, Here is what we know – 

 Our findings revealed that the INEC had, in 2021, the Federal Government’s proposed use of the kicked against National Identification Number (NIN) as a requirement for voter registration in Nigeria.

The Commission noted that the move is not backed by law, and it does not share its powers to register voters with any other government agency.

Meanwhile, the INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, debunked and described the broadcast message as misleading in a live video.

Yakubu noted that for any person to vote, he/she must be registered and issued a Permanent Voters Card.

He urged Nigerians to disregard the news, saying it is fake and misleading.

Conclusion: 

We concluded that the WhatsApp broadcast message claiming that Nigerians can vote without their permanent voters card, provided they had registered with the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) is FALSE.

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Did Netflix Really Hand Kamala Harris $7 Million?

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It all started with a social media post that sparked confusion and speculation. The claim was bold: Netflix had reportedly donated a whopping $7 million to Kamala Harris’ campaign.

But was it true?

The buzz grew louder as the story spread, leaving many wondering how deep Netflix’s political involvement ran. Could a company that entertains millions really throw such enormous financial support behind a candidate?

The truth, however, turned out to be much more personal—and surprising.

After diving deep into the investigation, we uncovered a twist. It wasn’t Netflix itself that made the donation. The answer came from Reed Hastings, Netflix’s co-founder and executive chairman. He confessed during an interview with The Information: after watching a particularly disheartening debate, he felt compelled to act. “After the depressing debate,” Hastings admitted, “we are in the game again.” And with that, he made his largest personal contribution ever—$7 million.

But here’s the catch: this was not Netflix’s doing! It was Hastings’ personal endorsement. Reputable media outlets quickly clarified the distinction: Netflix, the company, had no hand in the donation. It was purely Hastings’ decision.

The conclusion?
The viral claim that Netflix itself funneled $7 million into Kamala Harris’ campaign is completely false. Instead, it was Reed Hastings, acting on his own, who made the generous contribution to her 2024 run.

The lines between corporate and personal blurred for a moment, but the facts set the story straight.

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Was the Nigeria’s EFCC’s X Account Really Hacked by Internet Fraudsters?

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Is the Picture Showing Peter Obi with Pro-Biafra Agitator, Simon Ekpa Real?

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A photograph has been circulating online, raising eyebrows and questions. The image purportedly shows Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s Presidential Candidate in the 2023 General Elections, alongside the controversial pro-Biafra agitator, Simon Ekpa. The implications of this image could be far-reaching, but before jumping to conclusions, let’s take a closer look.

The photograph in question appears convincing at first glance. The visual seems to confirm a narrative that some might find unsettling: a connection between Obi and a figure as divisive as Ekpa. But as we dig deeper, what will we uncover?

Peter Obi, through his media office, swiftly responded to the circulating image. Diran Onifade, the Head of the Obi-Datti Media Office, issued a statement categorically denying the authenticity of the photo. According to Onifade, the image was manipulated—digitally altered to create a fictional scenario.

Further investigation revealed that the original photo, taken on July 21, 2023, actually shows Obi standing beside an admirer on a Virgin Atlantic flight. The image was later doctored to include Simon Ekpa, replacing a renowned supporter and activist, Aisha Yesufu, who was initially in the picture.

Conclusion:

The picture showing Peter Obi and Simon Ekpa is **FAKE**.

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