In recent times, the dissemination of news and information has become increasingly important in shaping public opinion and influencing political landscapes. However, with the rise of online media platforms, the potential for false and malicious reporting has also increased. This is the case of a recent incident in Kogi State, where the publisher of Liberal News, an online portal, falsely published a security alarm that potentially threatened peace and stability in the state.
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