Abstract
Social media is a major source of information among both adults and young people. It is essential in the quick dissemination of information. Through social media people receive educational, health, social, economic, and political news which help them to make informed decisions. However, it is unfortunate to note that some information/news in social media are fake news and have caused fear, death, riot and disharmony among various ethnic groups. It is believed that because of the high level of confidence in information on social media, there is the likelihood of sharing the information without authentication. This lacuna/loophole has resulted in unfortunate situations. People have knowingly or unknowingly shared fake news that have created problems and making of wrong decisions that have disastrous consequences on the people. It has also caused lack of trust in government activities, hate speech, riots, and mayhem. It has also made the youths develop unwholesome habits like taking hard drugs, self-medication, joining cults, dropping out of school, depression, and suicide. It has become necessary to teach youths how to distinguish correct news from fake ones for their well-being and the development of the country.
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