By Zulaiha Danjuma
Ahmed Musa, the recently appointed General Manager of Kano Pillars Football Club, has denied the viral allegations circulating on social media that he gifted brand-new SUVs to players and officials of the club as a gesture of goodwill following his appointment.
PRIME TIME NEWS reports that he made this known via his verified Facebook handle.
“This claim is entirely untrue, I urge the public, media outlets, and individuals on social media to verify information from credible sources before sharing” he said
Recall that the news of the New General Manager of the Kano Pillars clubs gifting both teammates and officials SUV cars has gone viral on various social media outlets like Tiktok, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook including some online media outlets reporting same
The rumors’ rapid dissemination highlights the importance of Fact-checking in today’s fast-paced media landscape. According to DUBAWA, a reputable Nigerian Fact-checking organization, Fact-checking is important because it helps in combating misinformation and promoting media literacy. As Ahmed Musa emphasized, “spreading unverified news not only misleads the public but also undermines the integrity of the club and its leadership”.