The Digest:
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the findings of a forensic investigation into an alleged X account linked to its chairman, Joash Amupitan. The investigation found that the account, @joashamupitan, and all posts attributed to him were "forensically unverifiable" and part of a "coordinated disinformation" campaign. The controversy began on April 10 when screenshots circulated alleging Amupitan made a partisan comment, "Victory is sure." INEC has referred the findings to law enforcement agencies for prosecution under the Cybercrimes Act.
Key Points:
- The disputed account was renamed and set to private after screenshots went viral.
- Forensic tests found no link between the account and Amupitan's email or phone number.
- A timestamp inconsistency proved the viral screenshot was fabricated.
- The impersonation extended to Facebook and Instagram platforms.
- Law enforcement has been asked to prosecute those responsible.
Sources: The Nation
