By Daniel Akinte
Two student journalists, Boluwatife Adedoun and Friday Omosola from Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA) in Ondo State, have demonstrated their commitment to promoting Media and Information Literacy (MIL) by volunteering with Dubawa, a fact-checking platform of the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID), to train secondary school students.
The training took place on October 27, 2023, at ESEDO Comprehensive High School and Saint Patrick College in Iwaro-Oka, Ondo State.
The emphasis on the training stems from the crucial need for Media and Information Literacy skills in our modern digital landscape, where individuals are constantly bombarded with information from diverse channels.
Speaking with ECHO MEDIA, Adedokun said "I felt thrilled and elated upon my selection as one of the volunteers because the prevalence of fake news in our society demands urgent attention."
She emphasized the importance of educating and raising awareness among the younger generation about Media and Information Literacy, a crucial initiative undertaken by Dubawa, the fact-checking platform of CJID.
Furthermore, she expressed her confidence that the recent training session would empower students to discern between authentic and fabricated news, as well as identify doctored videos.
"The students were strongly advised to refrain from disseminating news that lacks reliable sources," She added.
Similarly, Friday Omosola viewed his selection as an opportunity to advocate for truth amidst the proliferation of misinformation in society.
Omosola emphasised the importance of educating individuals about discerning reliable information, sharing his conviction that the lessons he imparted at Saint Patrick College would contribute significantly to curbing the spread of false news.
Omosola maintained that the training would ensure students' freedom from religious conflicts and the harmful impact of misinformation.
Meanwhile, the Vice Principal of Saint Patrick, Mr. Asere Sunday Samuel, expressed gratitude to CJID and the trainers for enlightening the students about the dangers of misinformation, disinformation, and propaganda.
"On behalf of the school principal and the entire staff, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your insightful session on detecting fake news. Your efforts will undoubtedly empower our students to make informed decisions, safeguarding their well-being and contributing to a harmonious society."
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