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  The Silent Habit That Is Destroying Our Environment By Mfonobong Monday Imagine waking up to find your street covered in heaps of plastic waste, blocked drainage channels, and a foul smell filling the air. Sadly, this is becoming a daily reality in many Nigerian communities. While we often blame the government, we rarely ask ourselves one important question: What role am I playing? Improper waste disposal is more than an eyesore it is a major threat to our health and the environment. Plastic bottles, nylon bags, and food waste dumped in gutters block waterways, causing floods during the rainy season. These stagnant waters become breeding grounds for mosquitoes, increasing the spread of malaria and other diseases. The good news is that every individual can make a difference. Simple actions such as using waste bins, separating recyclable materials, avoiding littering, and participating in community clean up exercises can transform our surroundings. Schools, churches, markets, and y...

  Think Before You Share: The Fight Against Fake News By Rosemary Moran  Have you ever received a shocking message on WhatsApp and forwarded it without checking whether it was true? If so, you're not alone. However, that one simple action can spread false information to hundreds or even thousands of people within minutes. Fake news has become one of the greatest challenges of the digital age. It can create unnecessary panic, damage reputations, mislead the public, influence important decisions, and even put lives at risk. This is why journalists and media professionals urge everyone to verify information before sharing it. Before forwarding any message, take a moment to check trusted news websites or official government sources to confirm the story. If the source is unknown, the headline seems exaggerated, or there is no credible evidence to support the claim, it's best not to share it. In today's digital world, every social media user has the power to publish information. ...

  Why Media Literacy Matters in the Digital Age By Caroline nelson Every day, millions of people scroll through social media for news and information. But have you ever stopped to ask whether everything you read online is true? In today's digital world, fake news spreads faster than ever. A single post can reach thousands of people within minutes, even if the information is false. This is why media literacy is becoming an essential skill. Media literacy means having the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and share information responsibly. It helps people distinguish between verified facts and misleading content. Before sharing any news online, ask yourself a few questions: Who published this information? Is the source credible? Are there other trusted news organizations reporting the same story? If the answer is no, take time to verify the information before clicking the share button. Responsible digital citizens do not spread rumours or misinformation. Instead, they rely on cre...