On March 2, HumAngle celebrated five years of courageous journalism, with reporters risking their lives and a dynamic team working behind the scenes to deliver compelling stories to you. This book serves as a reminder of this milestone and how we look forward to pushing the boundaries of Africa’s journalism (Click on the right of […]
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When terrorists stormed Federal Government College (FGC) Birnin Yauri, North West Nigeria, on 17 June 2021 and kidnapped 89 students, Umar Aminu Yandaki—then a reporter at HumAngle—was among the few journalists who covered the crisis extensively. “The Editor-in-Chief believed I was the best person to report the story,” said Yandaki, who considers Birnin Yauri his […]
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At HumAngle, we have always understood that storytelling is a two-way communication enriched by the passionate voices of our community. Just as the mission has always been to document underreported stories, we have prioritised building an authentic relationship with our audience and the trust that with HumAngle, the truth will never be compromised. As we […]
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When HumAngle launched five years ago, the mission was simple: “to investigate and report how violent conflicts affect everyday people and find [and document] solutions to insecurity across the country and Africa at large.” As HumAngle engaged with communities, the organisation realised that the true power of information lies in using it to bridge the […]
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When you think of ‘Humans of HumAngle’, your mind likely drifts to reporters—the names behind the bylines seen frequently. However, there are others in the newsroom whose names may not appear, yet their work is essential in ensuring our journalism reaches you. Let’s start here. During our editorial meetings every Monday, we reflect on the […]
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In 2009, when Mohammed Yusuf first began the process of what would later culminate in a terror group declaring war on the Nigerian state, there was very little known about insurgencies in the country and the Lake Chad region. Nigeria’s last experience with war was several decades before, in 1967, when the southeastern region tried […]
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As HumAngle celebrates five years of fearless and investigative journalism, we look at some of our most impactful stories that have shaped the narrative of Nigeria and beyond. From exposing corruption and human rights abuses to shedding light on under-reported issues, our investigations have sparked conversations in the last five years, inspired change, and held […]
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When he was declared wanted in 2016, many teeth tattled that another man had “fallen into the Nigerian government’s net”. Accused of fraternising with Boko Haram terrorist leaders, Ahmad Salkida, then 41, left the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for Nigeria to clear his reputed name. Salkida had left his country on self-exile to protect himself […]
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There is a crisis in Nigeria, a smouldering fire of insecurity that has turned vast regions of the country—particularly the North and the Sahelian fringes—into conflict zones where violence has become an everyday reality. It has been five years since HumAngle was founded to document, analyse, and make sense of this as it threatens the […]
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HumAngle has appointed a new advisory board, bringing together leading voices in journalism, media innovation, human and digital rights, security, and social impact. As a Pan-African publication covering conflict and humanitarian crises, HumAngle will leverage the board’s expertise to amplify overlooked crises and shape public discourse on insecurity, governance, and social justice. Meet the advisory […]
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The streets of Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State and the epicentre of Nigeria’s humanitarian crises, hum with resilience. Here, the aftermath of conflict and displacement is woven into the fabric of daily life. For HumAngle, telling the stories of the country’s northeastern region and elsewhere isn’t just about breaking news—it’s about bearing witness. With […]
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