IN SHORT: According to posts doing the rounds on Facebook, Studio 88 is looking for job applications through unverified links and inboxes. But be wary, these job adverts are scams. The Studio 88 Group ...

IN SHORT: A letter circulating on social media, allegedly written by the police arm that investigates serious crime, appears to summon Martha Karua for questioning over claims of an abduction squad.

IN SHORT: A video circulating on social media appears to show US president-elect Donald Trump warning Kenya’s William Ruto not to sell state enterprises. However, evidence suggests that the audio in ...

IN SHORT: This Facebook account offers Kenyans on Facebook motorbikes on easy credit. But it is fake and tries to use the identities of established brands to scam unsuspecting users. The Facebook ...

IN SHORT: A graphic on social media, supposedly from Nation Media Group, claims Kenyan president William Ruto hosted billionaire Gautam Adani at the State House to lead Diwali celebrations. But this ...

IN SHORT: Several Facebook posts claim that “Tunfalz herbal capsules” can cure type 1 and 2 diabetes. But a medical expert says diabetes can only be controlled, not cured. A drug called “Tunfalz ...

IN SHORT: These Facebook pages are promoting attractive Black Friday deals while posing as e-commerce platform Jumia. But they’re fake offers. To be on the safe side, place orders only on the platform ...

IN SHORT: Several posts across social media claim that Nigeria president Bola Tinubu promised to deliberately slow the economy in his campaign for the presidency. But the video presented as proof was ...

IN SHORT: An image seemingly showing Nigerian president Bola Tinubu in hospital is circulating on Facebook. It is captioned by a short prayer, suggesting that the president’s health is deteriorating.

IN SHORT: The Facebook account “WATU CREDIT investment” targets users with attractive offers on various products, including smartphones and TVs. But it is a fake account that is out to scam you. The ...

IN SHORT: A tweet about restoring “electoral integrity in Nigeria and across the African continent” came from a parody X account, not US president-elect Donald Trump. A screenshot of what appears to ...

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