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Since we are on a roll here, would you read this too? Trust me: it's worth your time. It speaks of the US-China rivalry over Africa. PS: It is also my first piece published by @ipsnews ipsnews.net/2023/08/scramb…

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#ISWAP leader Abu Bilal Al-Minuki, who was previously declared dead by Nigerian authorities in 2024, has now been announced killed again, this time in a joint operation involving American intelligence support. Here’s everything to know about him and what his death means for ISWAP and IS. humanglemedia.com/abu-bilal-al-m…

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As part of our efforts to strengthen community journalism and human rights advocacy through the #SCOJA project, which is supported by @NLinNigeria, we paid a visit to the Department of Development and Strategic Communication at the University of Abuja. The engagement created an important platform for conversations about equipping the next generation of media professionals with the knowledge, ethical grounding, and practical skills needed to drive impactful storytelling and public-interest journalism. We look forward to beginning the work!

Should journalists financially support their sources? And as a conflict reporter, have you ever faced that ethical dilemma in the field? Join us this Saturday at 10 A.M. for an engaging conversation with journalists as we explore the complex realities of reporting in conflict zones. Set your reminders: x.com/i/spaces/1PKqr…

Journalists are trained not to pay sources because it could risk distortion and affect credibility, but what happens when the people you are interviewing live in destitute conditions? @A_Salkida spoke to journalists in Nigeria about their experience with this ethical conundrum. He also spoke to journalism teachers. humanglemedia.com/ethics-under-f…

A collective memory acts as a kind of social learning system; “never again” depends on remembering past failures. @WaasiShaffii’s ‘The Making of #TheBHArmy’ is a counter violent extremism tool. It helps us to see where, why, and how insurgency started in Nigeria.

The Nigerian military appears to have adapted under pressure and recalibrated aspects of its doctrine, and, in key moments, helped reverse trajectories that once pointed toward state collapse. Here is a visual of its gains over the past decade. humanglemedia.com/inside-the-nig…

How does a man create an army strong enough to wage war against a nation? What did he say to the people who decide they can lay down their lives? A HumAngle Investigation is coming, and in it, we went back in time to trace the formation of the Boko Haram army. To be the first to read this investigation, subscribe to the HumAngle Dispatch here for free: humanglemedia.com/newsletter/ #TheBHarmy

There’s truth in the incentive argument, but I think it’s more complex than that. Some actors do benefit from the system, yes. But many NGOs and programs have delivered real gains in health, education, and livelihoods. The deeper issue is how aid is structured and measured, often prioritizing short-term outputs over long-term independence. The real shift isn’t removing the help, it’s aligning incentives with local ownership, sustainability and accountability; so success is defined by communities needing less external support over time.

From Sambisa to Zamfara, the Niger Delta creeks to the volatile South-East, Nigeria’s military has delivered real, hard-fought gains against diverse threats. However, weak governance continues to erode these gains. The state cannot hold ground it never governed properly. The result is a cycle where progress is made, then steadily undone. humanglemedia.com/inside-the-nig…

Incredibly proud of this project!

Ideology, Blood, and War: Rethinking the Origins of Boko Haram humanglemedia.com/ideology-blood…

When information is accessible, it saves lives. Our #SCOJA fellows, with support from @NLinNigeria, took to the streets of Adamawa State to share translated heat guides in Hausa and Fulfulde.

Money makes the world go round. But in the hands of terrorists, it has ruined millions of lives. How are they getting so much of it to sustain their operations? humanglemedia.com/how-are-terror…

Africa, and Nigeria in particular, cannot afford a docile media. We cannot replace rigorous, constructive scrutiny with public relations and sycophancy that mirrors a one-party state. No country develops that way. A credible, independent press is not optional. It is foundational. It holds individuals, leaders, and institutions in check. It demands accountability. It shapes public trust. Without it, power operates without restraint. But this responsibility cuts both ways. Journalists must be accountable too. Credibility is our most valuable currency. Once it is lost, the institution weakens, and the public loses a vital line of defence. Society has a role. When journalists are harassed, maligned, ridiculed, or bullied for insisting on accountability, the damage goes beyond individuals. We must not allow a system where truth is punished and silence is rewarded. That environment does not protect anyone. Not even those who hold power today. To those of you in power, it is temporary. Every leader before you has left. You will leave too. What remains is the system you helped build or destroy. If you undermine the independence of institutions, you weaken the very structure that could guarantee your safety, dignity, and legacy when you are no longer in office. Your children and grandchildren inherit that weakened system. This is where we are.

A look back at the just-concluded #APSJ workshop, supported by @NEDemocracy. Each session of the workshop was filled with hands-on learning, powerful moments driven by innovation, and bold conversations that shape the future of journalism.

Day one of the #APSJ workshop supported by @NEDemocracy! Across sessions and discussions, participants engaged with critical issues shaping Nigeria's journalism today.

This session by @MrJohnstone_ explored the delicate balance between neutrality, sensitivity, and staying true to editorial integrity. #APSJ

"The goal is how we can think like business people without losing our editorial vision," — @dorcasMtaiwo. Here are key takeaways from our session on Financial Sustainability Measures for Newsroom Operations. #APSJ