Implementing partners of the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EUSDGN II) Project, the International Press Centre (IPC), the Centre for Media and Society (CEMESO), and DAI, organized a two-day interactive workshop titled Contextualizing INEC’s Responsibilities and Public Expectations Amid Fake News and Disinformation. The event, held on October 25th and 26th, 2024, at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Lagos, was conducted in partnership with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The workshop aimed to engage radio and television anchors who oversee current affairs and political programs in leading media organizations across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. The primary focus was on the key challenges facing Nigeria’s electoral system, the conduct of elections, and the responsibilities of INEC. Additionally, the session provided a platform to highlight INEC’s achievements, address ongoing challenges, and discuss future strategies in the context of media influence and disinformation.
A total of 78 participants attended the workshop, including 50 anchors from various media outlets, the Honorable Chairman of INEC, six National Commissioners, members of INEC’s Technical Team, key Directors, and other essential staff. The training, which aimed to enhance media understanding of electoral processes, was funded by the European Union.
The workshop fostered productive discussions on the role of media in ensuring the integrity of electoral processes and the importance of accurate reporting in mitigating the spread of fake news and disinformation.





























