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Omolola Pedro

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As seen in: International Press Centre, Naija on Point, The International Center for Investigative Reporting (ICIR), Opinion Nigeria, Nigerian Democratic Report, FactCheckHub
Covers:  Gender. Governance. Politics. Misinformation /Disinformation. Accountability. Social justice
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Omolola Pedro’s Biography

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Omolola Pedro is a freelance journalist and researcher.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State.

A passionate advocate for social justice, gender equality, and human rights, Omolola is a dedicated feminist and child rights activist. She has volunteered and collaborated with organizations sharing her vision, focusing on issues affecting girl children and promoting a fair society.

Omolola's writing has centered around social…

Omolola Pedro’s Journalist Portfolio

Nigeria's Best and Brightest Finding Scholarship Gold in Washington, D.C. - Truth Nigeria

Nigeria's Best and Brightest Finding Scholarship Gold in Washington, D.C. - Truth Nigeria

Mmesoma Ejikemeri/PUNCH Achunike Okafor/PUNCH Oyinkansola Ewedemi/PUNCH Destiny Ogedegbe. Photo credit: His I…

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Fake bank alerts, rotten goods, farmers recount losses - FarmingFarmersFarms

Fake bank alerts, rotten goods, farmers recount losses - FarmingFarmersFarms

By Omolola Pedro

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Court orders Ghandi from parading himself as Soun, stops Governor Makinde from installation process

Court orders Ghandi from parading himself as Soun, stops Governor Makinde from installation process

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Nigerians Pause the Nightmares to Honor Romance, at least for a Day - Truth Nigeria

Nigerians Pause the Nightmares to Honor Romance, at least for a Day - Truth Nigeria

Women protesting in Port Harcourt first week of February 2024. Courtesy of Channels TV. But plenty are still …

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In Nigeria, The Law Functions For The Elites Only - Truth Nigeria

In Nigeria, The Law Functions For The Elites Only - Truth Nigeria

Whereas The Average Citizen Loses Freedom Just for Talking By Omolola Roseline Pedro (Abuja) Freedoms of spee…

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Articles

Fact-Check: No Evidence Accord Supporters Attacked INEC Distribution Centre in Ife East

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By Omolola Pedro Verified
| Nigerian Democratic Report Verified
Claim: Thugs of the Accord Party invaded an INEC distribution centre and attacked APC members. Verdict: False. Full Story A claim circulating on social media says that suspected Accord Party thugs attacked APC members at an Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) distribution centre at ADS Grammar School, Iloro, Ile-Ife, around 1:38 a.m. The message also names several individuals reportedly responsible for the attack.
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Fact-Check: Viral Video of Large Crowd Is Not from an Accord Party Rally in Osun

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By Omolola Pedro Verified
| Nigerian Democratic Report Verified
Claim: A video showing a large crowd of people has been shared as evidence of a political rally organised for the Accord Party’s governorship candidate in Osun State. Verdict: False. Full Story A video circulating on social media shows a large crowd gathered at what appears to be a public event. The footage was shared on X on August 12, 2026, with the claim that it shows supporters of the Accord Party’s governorship candidate mobilising ahead of the Osun governorship election.
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Fact-Check: Adeleke’s Claim of Introducing State Policing to the Senate Is Misleading

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By Omolola Pedro Verified
| Nigerian Democratic Report Verified
Claim: Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke claimed he introduced the idea of state policing to the Nigerian Senate. Verdict: Misleading. Full Story At an Arise News town hall meeting ahead of the 2026 Osun governorship election on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Osun Governor Adeleke said he introduced state policing in the Senate.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

A Reporter /Researcher

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes.

How is social media changing news?

It goes both ways. Positive and negative