Challenging the West: Russian anti-imperialism narratives in Nigeria
Influence operations campaigns capitalise on Western countries’ history of colonialism in Africa while presenting Russia as a trustworthy ally
Topic
Nigeria
A collection of 10 issues
Herbs over needles: Misinformation promoting natural remedies over vaccines in Nigeria
Anti-vaccine narratives gain traction in Nigeria by emphasising traditional medicine as superior to Western pharmaceuticals, using cultural and religious authorities to discredit global vaccination campaigns
Faith and fear: How religious beliefs fuel vaccine misinformation in Nigeria
Statements from Nigeria’s clerics sometimes portray vaccines as forbidden, dangerous, or incompatible with religious beliefs, a trend which undermines public health initiatives