Fake AI-generated audio calling for Bola Tinubu's resignation surfaced, utilizing a voice clone to push a political narrative.
8 reports, 7 independent
Updated May 28
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What happened
Fake AI-generated audio calling for Bola Tinubu's resignation surfaced, utilizing a voice clone to push a political narrative.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Legal action initiated over the fake presidential audio clip.1 source
AI voice clone used to spread fake audio demanding Tinubu's resignation.1 source
Fake audio targeting Tinubu was posted on Instagram, leading to calls for prosecution.1 source
VDM allegedly shared fake audio of President Tinubu, using a voice clone.1 source
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Bola Ahmed Tinubu
12th Governor of Lagos (1999–2007) and President of Nigeria since 2023
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