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Video of armed fighters in forest is from Ethiopia, not Nigeria

Zainab ABDULRASAQ
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Video of armed fighters in forest is from Ethiopia, not Nigeria

A VIDEO showing a heavily armed group of fighters stationed in a dense forest has triggered panic on social media, with claims that it depicts active terrorists or bandits preparing to launch widespread attacks across Nigeria.

The footage captures several men wearing military camouflage and civilian attire seated in a forest, surrounded by multiple belt-fed heavy machine guns.

An X user @favour3∅3∅∅ shared the footage on June 4, 2026, with the caption: “breaking, see the machine gun these guys are using. One Nigerian over to you. Keep Fighting against our freedom. thinking u will be safe.. they are coming ur brothers sisters children will not be spared.. when they come..”

READ: Video of Adeboye asking security chiefs to resign over insecurity is not recent

CLAIM

A viral video shows a heavily armed insurgent group preparing to attack citizens in Nigeria.

screenshot of the viral post on x

FINDINGS

Findings by The FactCheckHub show that the claim is MISLEADING.

The heavily armed fighters captured in the forest video have absolutely no connection to Nigeria’s current security challenges, bandit networks, or regional insurgencies.

A reverse image search of key video frames conducted by The FactCheckHub traces the footage back to East Africa. The video was originally published on X on May 2, 2026, weeks before it was repurposed to target the Nigerian audience.

Within the period, in early May 2026, the video surfaced on Facebook, posted by the Ethiopian regional media page Tigray Times. The original East African publication featured an audio track and a caption entirely written in Amharic, the official language of Ethiopia. The original text reads: “እዛው ከቦታው ነኝ፡፡ የብልፅግና ግብአተመሬት ለማፍጠን ከጫፍ ደርሰናል፡፡ እኛ የህይወት መስዋእትነት እየከፈልን ነው እናንተም ቢያንስ አንድነታችሁን አጠናክሩ! ቻው” ይላል

When translated by Google Translate, the caption states:

“I am from that place. We have reached the end of the road to accelerate the prosperity of the land. We are sacrificing our lives, so you should at least strengthen your unity! Bye”

Keyword searches based on the translation of the Facebook page revealed that they are Ethiopians from the Amhara region who are members of the armed group Fano.

The Fano, according to a report published by the African Report in January 2026, is a nationalist armed group that has openly defied the Ethiopian federal government since the 2023 directive to dissolve regional special forces and integrate them into national defence units. Originally allied with the government during the Tigray war, the group has transitioned into a full-scale regional insurgency in the Amhara region.

VERDICT

The claim that the video shows insurgents mobilising to attack Nigeria is misleading. Digital verification proves the footage originated in East Africa and was documented by Ethiopian sources on May 2, 2026, regarding regional conflicts. It has no relevance to Nigeria.

No, gunfight video shows robbery incident in DRC, not Nigeria

Zainab ABDULRASAQ
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No, gunfight video shows robbery incident in DRC, not Nigeria

A DISTURBING video showing a heavy shootout and armed men in civilian clothing engaging in a gun battle on an urban street has been circulating on social media, with claims that it shows an active terrorist invasion or an unchecked security breakdown in Nigeria.

The footage captures armed individuals firing assault weapons behind vehicles on a busy street, causing immense panic among nearby pedestrians and onlookers.

A verified user on X @musa_kiliya shared the clip, falsely claiming the violence occurred in a Nigerian community to amplify fear amid the country’s recent security challenges.

The caption attached, says: “I swear Nigeria done spoiled finish.”

As of June 3, 2026. The video generated over 155,000 views, 840 likes and 600 comments.

READ: Old video of unrest in Ebonyi reused to depict fresh Enugu attack

CLAIM

Viral video shows a recent gunfight and security breakdown on a street in Nigeria.

screenshot of the viral post on x

FINDINGS

Findings by The FactCheckHub show that the claim is MISLEADING.

The intense gunshot captured in the video did not take place anywhere in Nigeria. A reverse image search done by The FactCheckHub on the footage reveals that it has a violent crime that occurred in Kinshasa, the capital city of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

READ ALSO: Presidency goofs, falsely accuses VDM over doctored ‘Tinubu audio’

The video was originally published on March 31, 2026, by Live Bell TV, a Congolese media page on Facebook. The footage captures the daylight armed robbery that took place on Lalou Avenue, which left the residents of the Binza Delvaux neighborhood in the Ngaliema commune in deep shock.

The same video clip was also shared on March 31, 2026, by a Congolese Instagram account @Tune.cd, with a similar caption in French documenting the Delvaux neighborhood robbery.

A review of the visual elements in the video by The FactCheckHub confirms this location. In the background of the shootout, a large yellow and black commercial storefront sign is clearly visible, reading,”ENTREE TERRAIN DELVAUX”. This is a well-known transit and market landmark in Ngaliema, DRC.

The video has no connection to the Nigerian armed forces, banditry, or any recent security events within Nigeria.

VERDICT

The claim that the gunfight video depicts a security breakdown in Nigeria is misleading. The video captures a daylight armed robbery that took place on March 31, 2026, at Lalou Avenue in the Binza Delvaux neighborhood of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo.

OSINT tools to detect AI-generated images

Zainab ABDULRASAQ
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OSINT tools to detect AI-generated images

HAVE you ever looked at a realistic photo online and wondered whether it was real or created by Artificial Intelligence (AI)? With the rise of advanced AI image generators like Midjourney, DALL-E, and Stable Diffusion, fabricated images are spreading faster than ever.

Detecting AI images requires a careful eye and systematic verification. AI-generated images often look perfectly polished but contain subtle distortions, such as unnatural textures, weirdly shaped hands, or blurred background elements.

Fortunately, tech tools have been developed specifically to help you identify whether a picture was taken by a camera or synthesised by an algorithm.

This tutorial on how to detect AI-generated images will look at three popular tools:

  1. Hive Moderation AI Detector
  2. Illuminarty
  3. IsItAI

1) Hive Moderation AI Detector

Hive Moderation offers a highly accurate tool for scanning digital media to see if it was created by an AI engine. It provides a breakdown probability percentage of which specific AI model (like Stable Diffusion or Midjourney) was likely used.

Steps to use Hive Moderation:

  1. Open any web browser on your device and go to hivemoderation.com/ai-generated-content-detection.
  2. Locate the demo interface below the header menu.
  3. Click on the large “+” (plus) card to upload an image from your device.
  4. Once the image is selected, the platform automatically runs the analysis.
  5. Review the results on the right side panel:
  • The top indicator will tell you if the input is “likely to contain AI-generated or deepfake content.”
  • A percentage score (e.g., 99.9%) indicates the confidence level of the detection.
  • Under Generation Sources, you can see the specific model responsible (such as stablediffusionxl).

For instance, The FactCheckHub used the tool t I o debunk a series of manipulated images circulating across social media that falsely portrayed former President Muhammadu Buhari as being alive in Egypt. Upon analysis, the tool returned an 84.3% probability score for a Deepfake face-swap and a 31.9% score for a fully AI-generated image environment.

2) Illuminarty

Illuminarty is a specialised web utility designed to find traces of AI generation algorithms, making it highly effective at identifying digital fabrications.

Steps to use Illuminarty:

  1. Open your web browser and visit app.illuminarty.ai.
  2. On the dark-themed interface, locate the central bounding box.
  3. Drag and drop your file directly into this area, or click the text that says “Drag & drop the file here or click here to upload file”.
  4. Select the target image from your device storage.
  5. Once uploaded, the system will process the file’s structure and output an AI Score percentage meter to show you how much of the image resembles known synthetic patterns.

When The FactCheckHub verified viral footage allegedly showing American soldiers eating Egusi soup in Nigeria, the automated analysis returned a high probability score of 90.2%. The result clarified that the videos were generated using AI.

3) IsItAI

IsItAI is a clean, user-friendly platform built specifically for quick checks. It utilises deep learning models to contrast real-world photographic textures against synthetic AI elements.

Steps to use IsItAI:

  1. Launch your browser and navigate to isitai.com/ai-image-detector.
  2. Depending on your source file, select one of the tabs: Upload Image, Image URL, or Batch Mode.
  3. Under the default Upload Image tab, click “browse files” (in red) or drag and drop your image directly into the dashed rectangular box.
  4. Ensure your image is a supported format (JPEG, PNG, WebP) and does not exceed the maximum size of 5MB.
  5. Click the solid red Run Detection button at the bottom of the tool container to view your direct verdict.

The FactCheckHub deployed the tool to debunk a viral image depicting President Tinubu shaking hands with activist Omoleye Sowore. The forensic analysis indicated a 94% probability that the image was AI-generated.

Old video from protests over Mohbad’s death misrepresented as demonstration over Oyo abductions

Zainab ABDULRASAQ
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Old video from protests over Mohbad’s death misrepresented as demonstration over Oyo abductions

A VIRAL video circulating on social media claims to show a massive crowd gathering for a recent protest over the abduction of school children and teachers in Oyo State.

The video captures a large crowd of people marching down a major highway accompanied, by a police patrol vehicle.

A verified X account, @TheYorubaTimes, shared the footage to depict real-time protests in Abeokuta. The post was captioned: “PROTEST: More Crowds Gather In Abeokuta As Demonstrations Over Abducted Oyo Schoolchildren And Teachers Gain Momentum.”

As of June 3, 2026, the video has generated over 12,000 views, 92 likes and 31 reposts.

READ: Old video of Fubara saying Rivers assembly members do not exist resurfaces online 

CLAIM

Video shows a massive crowd gathering in Abeokuta to protest the abduction of Oyo State school children and teachers.

screenshot of the viral post on x

FINDINGS

Findings by The FactCheckHub show that the claim is MISLEADING.

While residents in the South-West have protested over recent security failures, including the school-targeted abduction in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, the video shared by The Yoruba Times is entirely unrelated to these current events.

READ MORE: Video attributed to #justice4Mohbad protest in Abeokuta is MISLEADING

A reverse image search on keyframes from the video reveals that the footage is nearly three years old. The clip was originally recorded in September 2023 during the widespread national protests demanding justice for the late Nigerian musician Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.

The exact video was posted on X by user @atoyebi_omotayo on September 19, 2023, documenting the peaceful walk organised by youth in Abeokuta, Ogun State, following the singer’s sudden demise.

Furthermore, The Niche newspaper published a report on the same day, September 19, 2023, detailing how spontaneous protests erupted across Ogun, Lagos, and Delta states as young Nigerians took to the streets demanding a thorough investigation into Mohbad’s death.

The video has been lifted completely out of its original context and falsely recaptioned to depict current security issues in the country.

VERDICT

The claim that the video shows current demonstrations over abducted Oyo school children and teachers in Abeokuta is misleading. The footage dates back to September 19, 2023, and shows a youth protest demanding justice for the late musician Mohbad.

Tinubu’s aide spreads false claim about rescue of Oyo abducted pupils, teachers

Zainab ABDULRASAQ
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Tinubu’s aide spreads false claim about rescue of Oyo abducted pupils, teachers

THE Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Economic Affairs, Tope Fasua, has claimed that a joint security operation led to the rescue of all 42 schoolchildren and seven teachers abducted from the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.

In a now deleted Facebook post published in the early hours of Thursday, June 4, Fasua credited a combined team of the Nigerian Army, the Police, and a newly deployed force of 1,000 forest rangers for locating the bandits’ hideout deep in the forest, using advanced drone surveillance.

He further wrote that Tinubu congratulated the nation’s security agencies, describing the development as a “turning point” in the fight against banditry. Fasua alleged that the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) subsequently called off an ongoing solidarity strike.

His post came shortly before a planned protest by the Take It Back Movement and led by human rights activist Omoyele Sowore around the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

READ: Presidency goofs, falsely accuses VDM over doctored ‘Tinubu audio’

CLAIM

A Facebook post by Presidential Aide Tope Fasua claims a joint security operation has led to the rescue of all 42 schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oyo State.

screenshot of his post on Facebook

FINDINGS

Findings by The FactCheckHub show that the claim is FALSE.

On May 15, armed men abducted 42 schoolchildren and seven teachers from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, triggering a large-scale security response within the state and protests across Nigeria.

The incident, which occurred amid rising concerns over increasing terrorist attacks on schools in Nigeria, led to the deployment of joint security teams to comb nearby forests and possible escape routes in search of the victims.

Authorities, including the Oyo State Police Command, have since confirmed that coordinated search and rescue operations are ongoing, with security agencies working to track down the abductors and safely recover the captives.

The incident has also prompted public concern and renewed calls for stronger protection of schools, especially in rural and hard-to-reach areas vulnerable to criminal attacks.

While intensive and coordinated rescue operations are ongoing, Fasua’s claim that the victims have been freed and reunited with their families, while Tinubu hailed security agencies for the rescue is entirely fabricated.

The Oyo State Police Command has debunked the viral claim in an emergency public notice published on June 4.

In a statement released by the command, the police urged the public to disregard the report, confirming that no such rescue operation had been finalised and that the details contained in the post were false.

As of the time of filing this report, there has been no confirmation from authorities or credible media platforms indicating the abductees’ release.

VERDICT

The claim by Presidential Aide Tope Fasua that the 42 abducted Oyo schoolchildren and their teachers have been rescued is false.

Video does not show Kano governor distributing plates as empowerment package

Nurudeen Akewushola
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Video does not show Kano governor distributing plates as empowerment package

AN X account, The Yoruba Times, shared a video showing the Governor of Kano State, Abba Yusuf, distributing plates to some women, claiming it was part of an empowerment programme by his government.

The post which was made on June 2 reads: “WATCH 🇳🇬🍽️: Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf distributes plates to residents as empowerment package.”

The post generated hundreds of reposts and likes, with users criticising what they perceived as a low-impact empowerment initiative.

READ : AI-generated image surfaces online as muslims arrested for eating during Ramadan in Kano

CLAIM

Video shows Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf distributing plates as an empowerment package.

screenshot of the viral post

FINDINGS

Findings by The FactCheckHub show that the claim is FALSE.

The claim surfaced amid growing public debate over the quality and impact of some government empowerment programmes, particularly those involving the distribution of household items instead of sustainable economic support.

However, checks by The FactCheckHub show that the video was taken out of context.

A reverse image search on keyframes from the footage traced it to events marking the recent Eid-el-Kabir celebrations in Kano State.

An earlier version of the video published by AIT shows the governor visiting the Nassarawa Orphanage Home in Kano, where he celebrated the festive period with orphans and other vulnerable residents.

During the visit, the governor interacted with the children, served meals and distributed food items as part of activities marking the Sallah celebration.

Additional photographs shared by the governor’s media aide also show him serving food and interacting with residents of the orphanage home during the event.

READ ALSO : Old video of Kano incident used to depict ‘hunger’ protest in Abuja

There is no evidence that the occasion was an empowerment programme or that the plates shown in the video were distributed as an economic empowerment package.

VERDICT

The claim that the video shows Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf distributing plates as an empowerment package is FALSE. The footage actually shows the governor celebrating Eid-el-Kabir with orphans and vulnerable residents at the Nassarawa Orphanage Home in Kano.

No, helicopters with banners flying over South-West are for Navy anniversary, not APC campaign

Zainab ABDULRASAQ
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No, helicopters with banners flying over South-West are for Navy anniversary, not APC campaign

A VIDEO circulating on social media claims to show helicopters flying giant political campaign banners of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu across the South-West region of Nigeria while citizens were on the streets protesting against rising insecurity.

The accompanying caption lambasted the Presidency and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), claiming that the aircraft’s deployment showed an alarming lack of situational awareness while parts of the country were in distress.

The video was one of the videos shared on June 1, by a verified X user, @firstladyship, with the caption: “Nigerians took to the streets in Abeokuta, Ibadan, & Ogbomoso to protest against the rising insecurity. But guess what? The APC paid for helicopters to fly the flag & Tinubu’s giant campaign banner across the South West. His lack of situational awareness is alarming. ”

As of June 2, 2026, the post generated over 400,000 views, 12,000 likes and over 6,000 reposts. The comment section was filled with outrage as many believed the claim to be true.

READ: Old video of unrest in Ebonyi reused to depict fresh Enugu attack

CLAIM

Video shows APC political campaign helicopters flying President Bola Tinubu’s banners across the South-West amidst insecurity protests.

screenshot of the viral post on x

FINDINGS

Findings by The FactCheckHub show that the claim is MISLEADING.

While it is true that residents in parts of the South-West have staged public demonstrations to voice concerns regarding regional insecurity, the aerial display featured in one of the videos is completely unrelated to political campaign propaganda.

The ICIR reported an abduction in the region when gunmen attacked communities in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The report detailed how Oyo’s first major school abduction shattered families and emptied vulnerable villages, serving as the direct trigger for the public protests demanding immediate government action and better security infrastructure.

Reverse image search done by The FactCheckHub on the videos shows that the helicopters were deployed as part of the official ceremonial operations for the Nigerian Navy Anniversary celebrations.

A TVC News broadcast published on YouTube on June 2, 2026, confirms that the visual displays, including helicopters towing official ceremonial banners, were part of the fleet review and maritime exercises held for the anniversary.

Furthermore, a report published by the National Accord on June 2, 2026, detailed the celebration. It noted that the events took place during the 2026 International Fleet Review held at the Eko Atlantic Waterfront in Lagos to commemorate seven decades of the Navy providing maritime security. The banners towed by the naval helicopters are ceremonial military flags hoisted to mark the anniversary milestones, rather than paid political advertisements sponsored by the ruling APC.

READ MORE: Presidency goofs, falsely accuses VDM over doctored ‘Tinubu audio’

The Nigerian Navy is celebrating its platinum jubilee, marking 70 years of safeguarding the nation’s maritime domain. The platinum anniversary celebrations run from May 31 through June 4, 2026

VERDICT

The claim that the video shows paid APC helicopters flying campaign banners for Tinubu during insecurity protests is misleading. The helicopters belong to the Nigerian Navy, and the banners were flown strictly in celebration of the Navy’s anniversary events.

Video of Adeboye asking security chiefs to resign over insecurity is not recent

Nurudeen Akewushola
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Video of Adeboye asking security chiefs to resign over insecurity is not recent

A video circulating online shows the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, asking Nigerian security chiefs to eliminate terrorists within 90 days or resign from office.

The clip has been widely recirculated on social media amid renewed concerns over insecurity and recent terrorist attacks across the country.

Some media platforms, including BusinessDay, Leadership and TVC, reported the cleric’s counsel as though it was made recently.

READ : Deepfake images of Pastor Adeboye in Mecca circulate on X

CLAIM

Video shows a recent statement by Pastor Adeboye on insecurity in Nigeria.

screenshot of the viral post

FINDINGS

Findings by The FactCheckHub show that the claim is MISLEADING.

Checks by The FactCheckHub reveal that the video is not recent. A reverse image search conducted on keyframes from the footage shows that it has been online since November 2025.

An earlier and longer version of the video was published on YouTube by the account RTM TV World on November 8, 2025.

In the sermon, Adeboye was reacting to comments attributed to U.S. President Donald Trump, who had alleged that Christians were facing genocide in Nigeria. The cleric used the opportunity to urge the Nigerian government to take decisive action against insecurity.

“If I were asked to make suggestions, I would say quietly to our government, move fast. And tell our security chiefs, get rid of these terrorists within 90 days, or resign,” Adeboye said.

He also stressed that while religious leaders could offer guidance, the primary responsibility for national security rests with the government and the Commander-in-Chief.

READ ALSO: No, Pastor Adeboye did not stage protest against Jonathan’s administration

Although the message remains relevant in light of current security challenges, the video was not recorded in response to recent attacks.

Rather, it was delivered in November 2025 and is now being recirculated without context.

VERDICT

The claim that the video shows a recent statement by Pastor Adeboye on insecurity is MISLEADING. The footage has been online since November 2025 and is being recirculated out of context.

What you should know about Ebola

Zainab ABDULRASAQ
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What you should know about Ebola

NIGERIA’s health authorities have intensified Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) awareness campaigns following new outbreaks in parts of Central and East Africa, despite no confirmed cases in the country.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC), alongside the World Health Organisation (WHO) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), says the measures are preventive, aimed at reducing the risk of cross-border transmission from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda, where outbreaks were declared on May 16, 2026.

What is Ebola and how does it spread?

WHO explained that Bundibugyo virus disease is a severe and often fatal form of Ebola caused by the Bundibugyo virus, a member of the Orthoebolavirus genus. First identified during a 2007 outbreak in the Bundibugyo District of western Uganda, this particular species causes what is clinically referred to as Bundibugyo virus disease. The virus is zoonotic in origin, with fruit bats believed to be the natural reservoir, and transmission to humans occurring through direct contact with infected wildlife or exposure to bodily fluids of infected persons, as well as contaminated surfaces.

Once the virus crosses over into the human population, the cause of its spread changes from animal contact to person-to-person transmission. This happens through direct contact with the broken skin or mucous membranes of a healthy person and the bodily fluids of an infected individual. These fluids include blood, vomit, faeces, saliva, urine, sweat, breast milk, and semen. It can also spread when someone handles contaminated materials like bedding, clothing, soiled needles, or unsterilised medical equipment. Because the virus is highly virulent, specific groups face elevated risk of infection during a Bundibugyo strain outbreak.

Frontline healthcare workers and laboratory personnel are particularly vulnerable if strict infection prevention measures are not followed. Family members and caregivers looking after sick relatives, as well as individuals participating in traditional burial ceremonies that involve direct contact with the deceased, are also at high risk.

READ: Hantavirus: No need to panic, expert reassures Nigerians

Common symptoms include sudden fever, severe headache, muscle pain and weakness, sore throat, vomiting, diarrhea, unexplained bleeding or bruising, and fatigue.

Currently, there is no licensed vaccine or specific approved antiviral treatment targeting the Bundibugyo virus species as stated by the health bodies. However, public health experts emphasised that there is no need for panic, as early medical intervention and supportive care significantly improve survival rates. Providing early treatment, such as intravenous fluids, electrolyte balancing, and managing specific symptoms in designated centres, drastically reduces complications and saves lives.

Furthermore, NCDC and other health agencies reiterate that Ebola is not an airborne disease; it does not spread through the air like the flu or COVID-19, nor does it spread via mosquito bites or casual interactions like waving. An infected person cannot pass on the virus until they begin to show active clinical symptoms. Vigilance, proper hygiene, and collective preparedness remain the country’s best defence against potential cross-border transmission.

READ ALSO: No, Nigeria has not recorded any confirmed case of Hantavirus

Preventive measures

To ensure safety, the NCDC and international health bodies recommend adherence to the following preventive measures:

  • Washing hands regularly with soap and clean running water, or using an alcohol-based hand sanitiser when water is unavailable.
  • Avoiding direct physical contact with the blood, vomit, diarrhoea, or any other bodily fluids of anyone showing symptoms of the illness.
  • Not participating in unsafe burial practices or handling the bodies of individuals who have died from suspected viral symptoms.
  • Avoiding contact with sick or dead wild animals, particularly fruit bats and monkeys.
  • Ensuring that all meat and bushmeat products are properly handled and thoroughly cooked before consumption.
  • Seeking immediate medical attention at a designated healthcare facility if you or a family member develops a sudden fever after travelling to an affected region.

Nigerians are advised to follow all official public health advisories and refrain from spreading unverified rumours or false information about the virus.

 

Old video of unrest in Ebonyi reused to depict fresh Enugu attack

Nurudeen Akewushola
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Old video of unrest in Ebonyi reused to depict fresh Enugu attack

AN X user, @AloyEjimakor, posted a video claiming it shows a recent attack by terrorists in Ishiagu and Awgu communities in Nigeria’s South-East.

He shared the video on June 1 with the caption: “NdIgbo, this just happened in your homeland, in the vicinity of Ishiagu & Awgu, central Igboland. Who did it & number of casualties are all in the video. It’s indeed another tragedy.”    

The post generated over 600 reposts and more than 700 likes as of June 2, 2026.

READ : Viral video falsely claims terrorists invade Ibadan community

In the video, the poster claims that herdsmen attacked and killed some villagers, leading to a roadblock and protests by residents of the community.

The video was also shared on Facebook by Chinasa Nworu, with the caption:

“JUST IN:
Several people were reportedly killed in a terrorist attack at Awgu Junction, near the Federal College of Education, Enugu State. Hundreds of residents gathered along the federal highway following the attack as tension spread across the area. Zukura Nation reporting.”

The post has generated over 1,000 likes and shares on Facebook.

Screenshot of the post by Chinasa Nworu

CLAIM

Video shows a recent attack in Enugu communities.

screenshot of the viral post on X

FINDINGS

Findings by The FactCheckHub show that the claim is FALSE.

The claim is circulating amid renewed concerns over insecurity and reported attacks in parts of Nigeria, including incidents of armed violence in the South-East and other regions in recent years.

A keyword search and reverse image search conducted by The FactCheckHub show that the video is not recent.

A similar version of the footage was shared earlier on a community page on February 21, with a caption indicating that the incident occurred in Ishiagu, a town in Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The visuals and location cues in both videos match.

In the earlier post, the poster wrote: “Happening live in Ishiagu junction. Insecurity everywhere… Please His Excellency the Governor of Ebonyi State come to our aid,” suggesting the incident predated the viral June 2026 claims.

READ ALSO : Viral screenshot of Trump reacting to Maiduguri attack doctored

Additionally, in the comment section of the Facebook post shared by Chinasa Nworu, a user identified as Regina Ukah Chinwe claimed she witnessed the incident and confirmed it happened in February.

Meanwhile, the Enugu State Police Command issued a statement on June 1, 2026, debunking the claim and warning against the spread of false information.

The statement titled “Enugu Police Refute False Claim of Herdsmen Killing at Awgu Junction, Warn Mischief-Makers Against Spreading Falsehoods” noted that the viral video did not reflect any recent incident in the state.

VERDICT

The claim that the video shows a recent attack in Enugu communities is FALSE. The video is old and actually shows a past incident of unrest in Ishiagu junction, Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, which circulated earlier in February 2026.

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