Meta checks
Reports
Checking the BBC's claims about Buhari’s poor economic legacy in Nigeria – and new president Tinubu’s headache
A series of reports published by the influential UK public broadcaster made several claims about Nigeria's economy. We checked some of them.
Federal legislator misleads about the law and Nigerian politicians’ campaign cash
Alhassan Doguwa recently claimed the law allowed him N70 million for election expenses. We checked this and three other statements.
‘Nothing under this government’: fact-checking five claims about record of Nigeria’s governing APC party
Sam Ohuabunwa gave a scathing review of outgoing president Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. Did he get his facts right?
Go deeper
ANALYSIS: Nigeria's 2023 election, from the ballot box to the courtroom
The dust has not settled on the country's general election, as tribunals set up to resolve disputes over the vote have begun their work.
A cloudy outlook? What we are learning about election disinformation in Africa and what you can do about it
As nearly a dozen countries prepare to hold presidential elections, the spread of disinformation is inflaming Africa's political landscape.
#NigeriaDecides2023: Eight types of disinformation to watch out for on election day and how to debunk them
On 25 February 2023 Nigerians will elect a new president. We look at what to expect, as disinformation has been a part of the campaigns.
Spot checks
Did Nigeria jump 40 places in the World Bank’s ‘ease of doing’ business ranking under president Muhammadu Buhari, as his supporters claim?
As Buhari prepares to leave office after eight years, his administration has been playing up his achievements. We took a look at one.
Data resources
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INEC Nigeria - Independent National Electoral Commission
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Nigeria's Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2022
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The final list of candidates for Nigeria 2023 elections
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Regulations and guidelines for the conduct of Nigeria's 2023 elections
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List of political parties vying for positions in Nigeria's 2023 elections
