Sahara Reporters, through its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, has debunked circulating rumors about the death of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu. The media outlet shared a statement clarifying that the electoral body has vehemently denied the false claims, urging the public to disregard the misleading information.
In a post accompanied by a link to its detailed report, Sahara Reporters revealed that INEC categorically described the rumors as baseless and unfounded. The Commission reaffirmed Prof. Yakubu’s well-being, emphasizing that such falsehoods only serve to distract the public and create unnecessary panic.
INEC further called on media outlets, bloggers, and the general public to verify information before disseminating it, especially on sensitive matters. According to the Commission, the spread of unverified claims threatens the integrity of public institutions and undermines trust in credible platforms.
This incident highlights the growing menace of fake news in Nigeria’s digital age, especially when targeting prominent figures like Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, whose leadership in INEC plays a pivotal role in the country’s democratic processes.
For more details, visit the Sahara Reporters website via the link provided: bit.ly/4fj88VO.
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