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WHO Urges Nigerians to Combat Health Misinformation

World Health Day: WHO urges Nigerians to trust science, warns against health misinformation

Premium Times2026.04.07Updated 9h ago
World Health Day: WHO urges Nigerians to trust science, warns against health misinformation

Mr Ursu said the rise of social media and other information channels has made it difficult to distinguish accurate health information from false claims.

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The World Health Organization is calling on Nigerians to trust science and reject health misinformation spreading through social media and alternative information channels. WHO officials warn that the proliferation of false health claims makes it increasingly difficult for the public to identify accurate medical information. The advisory comes as misinformation continues to undermine public health efforts across the nation.

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