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Letter circulating online, allegedly written by Mikel Arteta, inviting certain people to Arsenal F.C.’s champions celebrations, is genuine?

The statement in the photo is partially true but appears to be a paraphrased version of remarks made by Kenya's National Treasury Cabinet Secretary, John Mbadi, during a fuel crisis in May 2026.

Claim: A statement circulating on X and other platforms alleges that President Museveni directed the Bank of Uganda to demonetize the 50,000/=, 20,000/=, and 10,000/= notes. The message claimed this was to curb corruption, counterfeiting, and illicit financial flows. What we know: State House Uganda issued a clarification on May 19, 2026, stating the message was FAKE. The Presidency emphasized: “This statement is FALSE and did not originate from H.E. the President, State House, or the Bank of Uganda.” There is No official directive or announcement exists on the State House website or the Bank of Uganda’s communication channels. Official X channel of UBC the National broadcaster also dismissed the claims regarding them as false...

A viral video claiming that the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) reached an agreement with matatu operators in Nairobi’s CBD is misleading. In reality, no deal has been finalized, and the transport strike continues to paralyze the city. Matatu operators launched the strike after EPRA raised diesel prices to KSh 242.92 per litre, a move they say makes operations unsustainable. Although EPRA later announced a KSh 10.06 reduction in diesel and a sharp increase in kerosene prices, matatu associations rejected the adjustment as inadequate. As a result, commuters remain stranded, walking long distances to and from the CBD. The government’s attempts to mediate have so far failed, with operators insisting on deeper cuts. The...

The X post by TheAnkoleTimes on May 15, 2026 portrayed how Moses Magogo fled the country. The post stated: “According to information reaching our desk, Eng. Moses Magogo, the husband of Anita Among, has fled the country. We shall keep you updated.” The Claim Moses Magogo allegedly fled Uganda amid ongoing political tensions surrounding Speaker Anita Annet Among who is undergoing a high level investigation on allegations of Corruption and Abuse of Office. Moses Hashim Magogo. Moses Magogo is the President of the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA) since 2013, and was recently re- elected Member of Parliament for Budiope East in Buyende District . He was publicly sworn into Uganda’s 12th Parliament on 12.May 2026, with...

The Claim A viral video circulating on X, TikTok, and WhatsApp allegedly shows Gen. Moses Ali delivering a speech during his swearing-in ceremony as Member of Parliament for Adjumani West on May 13, 2026. The post on X by nasser_Ug1 carried the caption: “The Lion of Adjumani, Gen. Moses Ali, has officially taken his oath. A living legend, still standing strong for Uganda.” The video bore the logo of “Entebbe City TV” on TikTok and had attracted Over 85,000 views, 278 comments, and over 200 reposts by the time JamiiCheck reviewed it. It was also widely circulating in WhatsApp groups. Verdict: MISLEADING JamiiCheck established that the viral video is old and was not recorded during Gen. Moses Ali’s swearing-in ceremony on May 13...

There has been a rumor spreading on social media, especially on Facebook, quoting that: ‘William Ruto is being used by the French to plot my death, just like they did to Thomas Sankara. I am trying to save Africa, but he is busy dining with our enemies. Kenyans should reject Ruto.’ Ibrahim Traoré.” What is the authenticity of this statement that is spreading on social media?”

Tunachokijua. H.E. Yoweri Tibuhaburwa Kaguta Museveni was officially sworn in as President of the Republic of Uganda for the 2026–2031 term at a colourful ceremony held at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds on May 12, 2026. Claim A digitally manipulated Video is circulating online via X(formally Twitter) claiming that President Yoweri Museveni held a gun during his swearing-in ceremony instead of a Bible. Verdict A review conducted by JamiiCheck has established that the video circulating is false and misrepresents the original message. Official coverage from credible outlets (Daily Monitor, UBS, Television, New Vision, BBC, Reuters) shows Museveni holding a Bible, not a firearm. Authentic photos and videos from the ceremony confirm this...