2027: Group warns against AI-driven disinformation, insecurity<\/p>\n
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By Emmanuel Oloniruha<\/p>\n
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Centre for Crisis Communication (CCC) has warned that the rising wave of Artificial Intelligence-driven disinformation and manipulated multimedia content pose severe threat to Nigeria\u2019s security and stability ahead of the 2027 general elections.<\/p>\n
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Chairman of CCC, Retired Maj.-Gen. Chris Olukolade, gave the warning during the presentation of the centre\u2019s Second Quarter 2026 National Security and Stability Report on Tuesday in Abuja.<\/p>\n
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Olukolade stated that the report, compiled by the center\u2019s specialised Crisis Communication Hub, highlighted an inter-section between physical insecurity and coordinated digital misinformation campaigns, designed to erode public confidence.<\/p>\n
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He noted that the national security environment in June was marked by resurgence of extremists\u2019 activities, banditry, kidnappings and farmer-herder clashes.<\/p>\n
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According to him, while criminal groups are rapidly adapting their tactics, they are increasingly leveraging AI-generated fake contents and hate speeches to complicate active security operations.<\/p>\n
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\u201cThis situation could severely worsen, as political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gather momentum,\u201d Olukolade said.<\/p>\n
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He urged political leaders to stop exploiting ethnic and religious differences for partisan interests.<\/p>\n
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While commending the armed forces and other security agencies for disrupting terrorist operations and rescuing victims, the retired general stated that the evolving threat landscape required stronger and intelligence-driven collaboration.<\/p>\n
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He added that the report also noted increasing inflation, food insecurity and general economic hardship as factors increasing social vulnerabilities across the country.<\/p>\n
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The CCC chairman expressed concern over reported restrictions on press freedom and misuse of laws against media practitioners.<\/p>\n
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To address the challenges, he reiterated the centre\u2019s support for state police, calling for prompt constitutional and institutional reforms, with strict safeguards against abuse.<\/p>\n
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Olukolade urged the Federal Government to enhance operational readiness against kidnappings, while calling on media practitioners and social media users to publish only verified information.<\/p>\n
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He also advised traditional rulers, religious leaders, civil society organisations and citizens to jointly combat misinformation, emphasising that national resilience required professionalism, responsible leadership and active citizen participation.()(www.primerisenews.com)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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