Temitope

Communications Officer / Researcher /Content Creator @dubawaNG @thecjid

[Dubawa @DubawaFacts]

Plateau State Police Commissioner Bassey Ewah has officially debunked posts detailing a fresh ethnic massacre of commuters in Mangu LGA.

Local law enforcement also verified that the video is recycled footage from a 2025 tragedy being intentionally re-uploaded to incite fresh religious riots.
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#PlateauState #Mangu #SabonGari #KadunaState #Dubawachecks

[CampusReporter @CampReporterAFR]

In their opening remarks, Professor Umaru Pate, Chairman of @CJIDAfrica's Board, Busola Ajibola, Deputy Director, Journalism Programme at @CJIDAfrica, and Dr. Gwandu, Head of the Mass Communication Department at @UDUSOK, emphasised the importance of expanding such initiatives to reach more students and departments, while encouraging participants to build on their existing knowledge and embrace new learning opportunities that will strengthen their reporting skills, ethical grounding, and professional growth.

#NextGen #CampusReporter #JournalismClinic

[CampusReporter @CampReporterAFR]

We are live at Usmanu Danfodiyo University (@UDUSOK) for another edition of the Next Gen/Campus Reporter Journalism Clinic organised by the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development, supported by the European Union (@EUinNigeria).

The three-day engagement is designed to equip student journalists with digital tools and practical skills in evidence-based journalism, ethical reporting, and media literacy.

Participants will also engage in sessions focused on fact-checking, responsible storytelling, and the role of the media in strengthening democratic accountability.

Stay tuned for more updates📌

#NextGen #CampusReporter #JournalismClinic

[Dubawa @DubawaFacts]

We are thrilled to announce the 13 exceptional journalists selected for the 2026 Kwame Karikari Fact-Checking and OSINT Fellowship! 🎊

Chosen for their exceptional writing, investigative grit, and commitment to truth, this year’s cohort is ready to tackle misinformation across the sub-region.

Congratulations to our new fellows!

🇳🇬 🇬🇭 🇸🇱 🇬🇲 🇱🇷

[Press Attack Tracker Africa @PressAttackAfr]

PAT Expansion📢

Since 2017, CJID #PressAttackTracker (PAT) has documented attacks against journalists in Nigeria, with records dating back to 1986. It now includes data on attacks against journalists in additional West African countries.

Access it here: https://t.co/0WOmOUPcSi

[Dubawa @DubawaFacts]

There’s a lot of talk about Nigeria’s "missing" subsidies, and a recent claim suggests that both petrol and electricity subsidies are gone, but the math does not add up.

[Dubawa @DubawaFacts]

There is a photo going around claiming a Hisbah official now has a Police ADC and that Nigeria is no longer a secular state. This is a lie. The person in that photo is the Governor of Sokoto State.

[Temitope @Lateefsanni_]

@xevekiah @DubawaFacts recently spoke to some victims, many of them revealed that they got the stitch without their consent and I was shocked.

How can a decision be made about your body without your knowledge?

You should read the report here: https://t.co/P6qsCu4HXn

[Dubawa @DubawaFacts]

Imagine waking up after childbirth to a doctor saying, “I made it tighter for your husband.”

This is the reality of many Nigerian women.

The “husband stitch” is an extra stitch after delivery meant to tighten the vaginal opening. It is not medically approved and, in some cases, is done without a woman’s knowledge or consent.

It’s often explained as something that improves sexual pleasure for partners, but what does that mean for the woman healing, in pain, and trusting the system meant to care for her?

#HusbandStitch #MaternalHealth #WomensHealth #MedicalEthics #DubawaIndepth #InvestigativeJournalism @Fmohnigeria @SOGONNigeria @muhammadpate @aproko_doctor

[Udeme.africa @UDEMEAfrica]

A rainstorm yesterday damaged the newly built multibillion-naira Kugbo Bus Terminal in Abuja, tearing off parts of the roof. Flying debris also hit vehicles along the highway.

In February, we alerted the government to collapsing sections of the terminal's roof. Some work was carried out, but it proved insufficient to prevent further damage.

Now, while the ones built are already collapsing, another N142 billion was recently approved for more bus terminals.

[Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development @CJIDAfrica]

Taking a cue from yesterday’s outing, Day 2 of the workshop has been nothing short of impactful thus far!

While leading the talk on conflict-sensitive reporting, Taiwo Hassan (@Hazzanjustice) said that conflict patterns may differ across regions, from the Northeast to parts of Southwest Nigeria, but the underlying reality remains the same: what people know about these conflicts is largely shaped by the media, and that places journalists at the centre of both the problem and the solution.

In the subsequent session, panellists stressed that at some point, journalists must decide what they stand for, because the profession demands clarity, not just in writing, but in purpose, and those who treat it casually may survive for a while but rarely last.

Furthermore, speaking on audience engagement and distribution platforms, Lateef Sani (@Lateefsanni_) emphasised some key issues confronting the journalism profession, like declining newsrooms, limited resources, the rapid rise of social media, and how information now moves faster than ever. He pressed on the importance of understanding how information flows, how audiences engage, and how platforms work and use that insight to create a workflow that is consistent, strategic, and able to cut through the noise leading to impact.

#InvestigativeJournalism #CapacityBuilding #NewsroomSustainabilty #HumanRightsReporting

[Dubawa @DubawaFacts]

@EuropeInGhana Confused by viral claims? Arguing in the comments? DUBAWA Chatbot has receipts. It all starts with a 'Hi": https://t.co/7GsTQlLvHE

[Udeme.africa @UDEMEAfrica]

While Osun State is riddled with poor public infrastructure, like the dilapidated Igbajo Customary Court, Governor @AAdeleke_01 plans to spend over N11 billion on travel and transport, and another N4.6 billion on refreshment and meals. We must not continue like this!

[Dubawa @DubawaFacts]

Ever notice the same names popping up in viral false claims? We did too. This week, DUBAWA Weekly introduces the Misinformation Watchlist, because misinformation often repeats itself before it goes viral again. Catch up here:
https://t.co/KEPkOoAbgF

[Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development @CJIDAfrica]

Yesterday, the 2025 Kwame Karikari Awards lit up the Abuja Continental Hotel as journalists from across the continent were celebrated at this year’s Media and Development Conference for their outstanding work.

Here are some of the remarkable honourees from the ceremony: 📌

Congratulations to Caleb Ahinakwah (@CalebAhinakwah), runner-up in the Best Fact-check Anglophone category at the 2025 Kwame Karikari Awards.

His work reflects a commitment to truth, clarity, and public accountability, reminding us that fact-checking is not just about correcting claims, but about strengthening trust in the information that shapes our daily lives.

This recognition celebrates his dedication to journalism that upholds integrity, protects the public sphere, and ensures that facts remain at the centre of our conversations.

#MDC2025 #MediaDevCon2025 #KwameKarikariAwards2025

[Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development @CJIDAfrica]

Congratulations to Hubert-Armand Assin (@armand_assin), winner of the Best Fellow Francophone category at the 2025 Kwame Karikari Awards.

This recognition honours his dedication to integrity, depth, and a storytelling approach that strengthens trust and expands understanding across the Francophone region.

#MDC2025 #MediaDevCon2025 #KwameKarikariAwards2025

[Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development @CJIDAfrica]

Congratulations to M. D. Lawal, winner of the Best Open Source Intelligence Anglophone category at the 2025 Kwame Karikari Awards.

His work showcases the power of open-source investigation, combining precision, critical thinking, and a commitment to truth to help the public make sense of complex events.

This recognition celebrates his dedication to strengthening accountability, promoting transparency, and advancing evidence-driven journalism across the region.

#MDC2025 #MediaDevCon2025 #KwameKarikariAwards2025

[Temitope @Lateefsanni_]

It’s hard not to feel angry reading this.

All that billion, yet the farmers live in harsh conditions, without even the basics. Promises must mean something, abi?

Well done @ColePraise of @DubawaFacts 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾. This is amazing work!

[Dubawa @DubawaFacts]

What happened to Kaduna’s N10bn dairy project?

In 2020, the Kaduna State government under Nasir El-Rufai's (@elrufai) administration launched the Damau household milk project, a ₦10.5bn plan to empower 1,000 families, boost dairy production, and reduce farmer-herder clashes. More promises followed in 2023.

Today, farmers are still waiting; their hopes are fading, while the billions remain unaccounted for.

Read our latest investigation: https://t.co/kcuoSaJzmu

#DubawaIndepth #KadunaDairyproject #DamauDairyProject @ArlaGroup @contactkdsg @govkaduna @kadunaMarkets @afan_ng @farmeasyng @CJIDAfrica

[Dubawa @DubawaFacts]

Our DUBAWA Weekly newsletter is now live. Check your mail.☺️

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[Dubawa @DubawaFacts]

Congratulations @Silas2Silas !

Last year, it was @kemi_busari with his Baba Aisha story and now, our head of digital investigations @OfficialDAIDAC, has won the 2025 Michael Elliot Award for Excellence in African Storytelling for Nigeria, with his story that was published on DUBAWA.

https://t.co/aN5xd3gLvC

Read his winning story here: https://t.co/AoWA8N3z6t