CDD Election War Room

The fact-checking arm of the Centre for Development and Democracy @CDDWestAfrica

[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), with support from the National Democratic Institute (@NDI), is currently hosting the National Dialogue on Election Disinformation in Nigeria.

This high-level event brings together key stakeholders, including policymakers, electoral officials, civil society organisations, and media professionals to critically examine the growing threat of election disinformation. Discussions will focus on its challenges, far-reaching impact on Nigeria’s democratic process, and viable solutions to mitigate its spread.

Through this dialogue, participants will explore collaborative strategies to strengthen electoral integrity, enhance public trust, and promote fact-based political discourse.
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[CDD Election War Room @CDDWarRoom]

The CDD War Room confirms that DSS operatives have arrested a suspected vote buyer at Ward 4, PU 7, outside St. Stephen's Primary School, Akure.
https://t.co/7zGvHa8EYp
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[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

The #CDDEAC will hold a press briefing on Saturday at 3:00 PM to provide comprehensive updates on the ongoing electoral process, including observations from the field, key developments, and any emerging trends impacting the election.
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[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

CDD-West Africa’s Election Analysts and Observers are on the ground monitoring the electoral process at Alagbaka Primary School, Akure, Ondo State.
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[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

With the Ondo State Governorship election set for tomorrow, 16 November 2024, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) prepares to conduct its fifth off-cycle election since the 2023 general elections.
CDD-West Africa has carried out an information environment assessment, uncovering key findings, including a dominant narrative suggesting that the election is already 'won and lost,' discouraging the electorate from taking the process seriously.

During the campaign period, disinformation has been a recurring issue, with narratives targeting INEC and various political party candidates. This raises the question: has disinformation become the 'unknown candidate' in Nigeria's elections?

Read the full briefings here: https://t.co/LnRV43Lmlu
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[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

Press Statement
15 November, 2024

CDD-West Africa Election Analysis Centre (CDD’s EAC) Pre-Election Press Statement on the 2024 Ondo State Governorship Election

Read the full statement here: https://t.co/kWvALejIjf

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[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

As the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State approaches, we recognise the significant challenge misinformation poses during elections. CDD- West Africa has prepared a series of fact-checks to debunk false narratives surrounding this election.
We encourage you to report any questionable claims related to the Ondo election to Meedan for verification.

For more insights and to read our fact-checks on the Ondo election, please click the link below: https://t.co/CuVAn01OqC
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[CDD Election War Room @CDDWarRoom]

RT @CDDWestAfrica: Although zoning is not explicitly stated in many political party guidelines, it remains a fundamental
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[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

As Ondo State gears up for its 2024 governorship election on November 16, our latest briefing paper offers an in-depth look at the factors likely to shape the outcome. From the legacies of prominent candidates Aiyedatiwa and Agboola to the effects of identity politics, zoning, security challenges, and voter disengagement, this report sheds light on the complexities of Ondo's political landscape.

Read the full paper here:
https://t.co/CqzZ2XqhLb
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A video circulating on WhatsApp claims that new rules allow the Nigerian government to monitor all calls and voice recordings on the platform. Our check found no evidence or policy to support this claim.
Read more on this here:
https://t.co/vpkyEMGcOn
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[CDD Election War Room @CDDWarRoom]

A claim states that President Tinubu submitted a bill for a regional system of government. We investigated this claim and can confirm that the president did not submit any bill to the National Assembly proposing a return to regional government.
https://t.co/8oTZCC1bdJ
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[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

Bola Tinubu’s first cabinet reshuffle comes 14 months after his election, amid rising protests over financial mismanagement and ineffective policies. While a few ministers have been replaced, the lack of transparency and continued cabinet bloating leave many Nigerians sceptical about real change.

For the blog, Aluko Ahmad (@Oba__aluko) examines what these changes reveal about the administration's direction and the mounting challenges ahead.

Read the full article here: https://t.co/r57AgJFHEw
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[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

CDD West Africa has successfully concluded its training sessions for domestic observers across all three senatorial districts of Ondo State: South, North, and Central. The sessions took place in Okitipupa (South), Owo (North), and Akure (Central), equipping observers with the skills needed to monitor and report on the electoral process accurately and effectively ahead of the upcoming governorship election.

Additionally, these trips doubled as fieldwork for our researchers, allowing them to gather valuable insights for a background paper ahead of the Nov 16 governorship election in the state.
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[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

Ahead of the Ondo State governorship election, the CDD West Africa Countering Disinformation team conducted a courtesy visit to the INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Babalola, and her management team.
The team also held meetings with the Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, CP Abayomi Oladipo, and engaged with selected political party chairmen and executives.
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[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

West Africa's wealth in natural resources is a double-edged sword-fueling economic potential but also driving environmental destruction and human rights violations.

From Ghana's gold mines to Nigeria's oil fields, the struggle between prosperity and poverty is stark. How can we turn this 'resource curse' into a force for positive change?
Our latest blog addresses this here: https://t.co/aNfQQBwh5R
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[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

In preparation for the November 16 Governorship election in Ondo State, CDD West Africa continues its training sessions for domestic observers in Akure, aimed at enhancing their capacity to monitor and report on the electoral process effectively.
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[CDD Election War Room @CDDWarRoom]

During an interview, the outgoing Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, stated that Edo State pays the highest minimum wage in Nigeria. Here's what we found:
https://t.co/SLEinqTlz3
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[CDD Election War Room @CDDWarRoom]

In an interview, the outgoing Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, stated that Edo State is now ranked 6th in internally generated revenue (IGR), up from 22nd. Upon verifying this claim, we found it to be inaccurate.
Read the full report here:https://t.co/SLEinqTlz3
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[CDD Election War Room @CDDWarRoom]

During a campaign rally, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde alleged that the Ondo INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Mrs. Oluwatoyin Babalola, is from Ondo State. We checked and found it to be false. Read the detailed report here: https://t.co/5yDY1VOJ9I
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[CDD West Africa @CDDWestAfrica]

The CDD West Africa Countering Disinformation team paid a courtesy visit to INEC Electoral Officers from selected Local Government Areas and the Head of Election Planning and Monitoring in preparation for the upcoming Ondo elections.
During the visit, the team also attended an INEC event, where they engaged with representatives from political parties, the Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) in Ondo, and his management team. The visit aimed to assess the information ecosystem ahead of the elections and explore potential areas for collaboration.
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