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AI disinformation could undermine 2027 polls, INEC warns

Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Punch Newspapers, as published by The Punch · September 2, 2026 · 1 min read

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INEC has issued a warning about the potential impact of AI-driven disinformation on Nigeria's 2027 general elections. The commission is concerned that this could undermine the polls.

Further details about INEC's plans to address this issue are available, including efforts to audit technology and conduct mock polls.

Readers can find more information about INEC's warnings and plans on the Punch website.

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Category: government · Published: September 2, 2026 · Source: The Punch · Reading time: 1 min

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