A viral rumor suggesting that popular Ivorian influencer Maa Bio was set to join the Nouvelle Chaîne Ivoirienne (NCI) as a panelist caused a stir on social media, before being debunked by the parties involved.
The claim originated from a playful post by actress and TV host Yasmine Reda, who announced that Maa Bio had been recruited by the network. The news quickly spread online, sparking a wave of reactions from fans and observers.
However, according to sources close to NCI, the announcement was entirely fabricated—a joke devised by Yasmine Reda. The network has made no official decision regarding any collaboration with Maa Bio.
The influencer herself addressed the matter in a live TikTok session, confirming that it was all a light-hearted stunt. “It was just a joke,” she explained, adding that no formal partnership with NCI is in the works at this time.
For now, the rumor has been put to rest, though it’s clear that Maa Bio’s popularity continues to fuel speculation about her next move in the media world.