PNG Government Dismisses Claims of Hiring Nicki Minaj and Chris Brown
Papua New Guinea’s Prime Minister, James Marape, has denied claims that the government hired international artists Nicki Minaj and Chris Brown to perform at the country’s 50th Independence Anniversary. The government has labeled the circulating information as false and urged the public to disregard it.
According to reports, a TikTok video has been widely shared, alleging that Prime Minister Marape had made arrangements for the two artists to perform at the event. However, government sources have dismissed the claim as baseless. The video was reportedly posted by the @dailymailpng TikTok account, which has no connection to the official Daily Mail. Authorities have pointed out that legitimate Daily Mail pages are verified, whereas @dailymailpng is an unverified account known for spreading misinformation.
Furthermore, officials have clarified that there is no official Daily Mail office in Papua New Guinea, raising concerns over the credibility of the account. It was noted that no reputable news outlet, including the official Daily Mail website, has reported on such a performance. Government representatives have reiterated the importance of verifying social media information through trusted sources.
In response to the misinformation, authorities have urged the public to avoid sharing unverified content. They emphasized the significance of social media verification badges, which help users differentiate between credible news and misleading claims. Citizens have been advised to check official government sources and reputable news agencies before believing or sharing information online.
The government has further encouraged social media users to report fake accounts that spread false information. Officials have stressed that stopping the spread of misinformation is a collective effort and have called on the public to remain vigilant.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation and have reassured the public that official updates regarding the 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations will be communicated through legitimate government channels.
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