Tensions in Nigeria’s elections are not new, but the digital disruption has brought with it dis/misinformation at scale, further complicating an already complex election landscape and is deepening the erosion […]
How Bias and Misinformation are Worsening Public Distrust Ahead of the 2027 Elections Read More »
Summary AI-generated disinformation—including deepfakes, bot networks, and voice cloning—plays a role in amplifying ethnic and religious divisions, undermining trust in democratic processes. This study conducts a discursive analysis of how
AI and Disinformation: A Discursive Analysis of West African Election Read More »
Summary of Analysis The analysis of 8 months (1 January 2025 and 9 August 2025) of social media data reveals a volatile and contested information landscape ahead of the October
The spread of disinformation on Twitter (now known as X) is the subject of a growing body of research. That is attributable to the strength of the microblogging platform in
Introduction In an increasingly interconnected world, disinformation knows no borders. It targets democracies, regardless of geography or political context, with the intent to destabilize and undermine public trust. This report
Background The Lake Chad region, encompassing parts of Nigeria, Niger, Chad, and Cameroon, has been plagued by a complex and protracted conflict with devastating humanitarian consequences. Despite some positive developments,
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Introduction The Lake Chad Basin (LCB) is an important freshwater lake straddling four countries in the Sub-Saharan region: the northern part of Cameroon, western Chad, south-east Niger, and northeastern Nigeria.
Introduction The Lake Chad Basin conflict is a complex and long-standing conflict that primarily affects the Lake Chad region in Africa. The conflict involves Nigeria, Niger, Chad, and Cameroon, countries
Silas Jonathan | June 13, 2023 The Sierra Leone election, scheduled for Saturday, June 24, 2023, is shaping up to be a highly competitive race with 13 candidates and political
