Abdullahi Muritala

Kwara State

Dedicated journalist known for uncovering solutions within complex stories, inspiring change and fostering hope through impactful, global narratives.

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Have Nigerian universities completed two uninterrupted academic calendars since 2023?

2 days ago | factcheckhub.com | Abdullahi Muritala

A claim that Nigerian universities have completed two academic sessions without embarking on strike action has circulated online. The post was shared by an X user, @fattylincorn_01 with a claim that the feat was only possible under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led Nigerian government. The post read: “For the first time in history, Universities completed 2 academic sessions without a single strike.
Three Kebbi senators dump PDP, defect to APC, cite PDP crisis

2 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Abdullahi Muritala

Three senators representing Kebbi State in the National Assembly have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC)They are Adamu Aliero (Kebbi Central), Yahaya Abdullahi (Kebbi North), and Garba Maidoki (Kebbi South). They had visited President Bola Tinubu, accompanied by the Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, and the APC National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, ahead of their defection last week.
NED offers grant to support democracy

2 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Abdullahi Muritala

THE National Endowment for Democracy (NED) has announced a call for proposals for its latest grant cycle, offering up to $50,000 in funding for initiatives that promote democracy, human rights, and civic participation across the globe. How would you rate the content you just read?
ICIR investigation on trash-choked Abuja communities spurs action

3 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Abdullahi Muritala

Following The ICIR Investigation, Satellite Town Development Department (STDD), has responded with an actionable measure to the waste mismanagement within the Nyanya and Karshi communities, even though they failed to provide a lasting solution.
Pope Leo seeks immediate release of all detained journalists worldwide | The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19

3 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Abdullahi Muritala

POPE Leo has called for the unconditional release of all journalists currently in detention worldwide, describing their arrests as a violation of press freedom and human dignity. The Pope made the call during his first media address at St. Peter’s Square on Sunday, as part of activities marking the 2025 World Press Freedom Day. He expressed deep concern over the growing repression of the media in many countries, including the imprisonment of journalists for doing their jobs.
Kogi takes lead in prison breaks amid recurring incidents in Nigeria

3 days ago | icirnigeria.org | Abdullahi Muritala

Following the most recent jailbreak in Kogi State, which shows the persistent challenges in Nigeria’s Correctional system, The ICIR documents the timeline of similar incidents in Nigeria from 2016 till date as well as the patterns at which they have unfolded. The ICIR reported that in the early hours of March 24, 2025, twelve inmates escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Koton Karfe, Kogi State, marking another incident in Nigeria’s series of prison breaks.
Entries open for 2025 African Fact-Checking Awards

1 week ago | factcheckhub.com | Abdullahi Muritala

The 2025 African Fact-Checking Awards, the continent’s longest-running celebration of fact-checking journalism, is now open to journalists, student journalists, and professional fact-checkers. Now in its 12th year, the awards honour those who promote accuracy and fight misinformation. “Their work is vital for transparency and trust,” said Hlalani Gumpo, Africa Check’s head of outreach. In 2024, the awards received 241 entries from 29 countries. Organisers expect even more this year.
X user shares old images of new buses in Burkina Faso as recent

1 week ago | factcheckhub.com | Abdullahi Muritala

An X user, @africanhub_, has shared images of buses alongside a claim that the Ibrahim Traoré-led military government of Burkina Faso recently purchased a new set of 115 buses. Three out of the four images show parked buses in green colour, while others were branded in yellow colour. The texts of the claim read thus:“A total of 115 brand-new buses have just landed in Burkina Faso, following a directive by President Ibrahim Traoré to upgrade urban transportation nationwide.
Banff Mountain Book competition calls for application

2 weeks ago | icirnigeria.org | Abdullahi Muritala

The Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival is set to honour the best in mountain-themed literature, film, and photography in a festival gathering of filmmakers, authors, publishers, editors, photographers, athletes, adventurers, and readers. Through film screenings, guest talks, readings, seminars, and book signings, the Festival offers a rich and diverse experience for enthusiasts of mountain storytelling.
UN SDG Action Awards 2025 seek entries | The ICIR- Latest News, Politics, Governance, Elections, Investigation, Factcheck, Covid-19

2 weeks ago | icirnigeria.org | Abdullahi Muritala

Storywriters, visual artists, activists, and changemakers worldwide are invited to apply for the SDG Action Awards, hosted by the UN SDG Action Campaign, which honours those driving progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The competition features three award categories:Creativity Award: Recognises campaigns that have sparked SDG action through the power of imagination, storytelling, and creative expression.