Guardian.Ng BBC Hosts Disinformation Forum in Lagos to Combat Fake News
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- •The BBC's 'Trust is Earned' forum will take place on September 3, 2026, in Lagos.
- •The event focuses on disinformation, AI's role, and media literacy.
- •Free tickets for the forum will be available from August 14, 2026.
The BBC World Service is set to host the 'Trust is Earned' disinformation forum in Lagos on September 3, 2026. This event will gather journalists, educators, and technology experts at the University of Lagos to discuss disinformation, its impact on democracy, and the role of AI. Activities include live recordings, film screenings, panel discussions, and workshops aimed at enhancing media literacy. Fiona Crack, Interim Global Director of BBC News, emphasized the need to empower audiences against disinformation. The forum aims to provide critical tools for identifying and navigating disinformation. This is the second forum of its kind this year, following a similar event in Sao Paulo. Free tickets will be available starting August 14, 2026.
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