Actor Yul Edochie has called on Nigerians to be cautious about the information they post on social media regarding the gubernatorial elections. He has urged them to verify the authenticity of the information before sharing it online. According to the actor, many people post on social media without verifying the source of the information and how authentic it is, especially during the elections. Yul Edochie mentioned that a lot of fake news is circulating, and some people sit in their homes and fabricate information to post on the internet. He warned that such acts could set the country ablaze and asked Nigerians to desist from such practices.
Yul Edochie, who is also a movie producer, expressed concern over the impact of fake news on the gubernatorial elections. He advised Nigerians to take responsibility for the information they share online and not contribute to the spread of misinformation. He urged them to confirm the authenticity of any information they see about the elections before sharing it.
In a tweet, Yul Edochie wrote: "Any information you see about the election, pls confirm the authenticity before you post or repost. So much fake news flying around. Some people sit in their homes, create stuff & post it as news. Such could set our country ablaze. Pls, verify before posting or reposting."
As the gubernatorial elections approach, it is essential to heed Yul Edochie's advice and be mindful of the information we share on social media. Fact-checking and verifying the authenticity of information can help prevent the spread of fake news and ensure that Nigerians make informed decisions during the elections.