Adejumo Kabir

Lagos, Nigeria

Editor, Southern Operations at HumAngle

Freelance Investigative Reporter at Freelance

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Articles

TIMELINE: At Least 590 People Killed, 192 Kidnapped Across Nigeria in April

2 days ago | humanglemedia.com | Adejumo Kabir

No fewer than 590 people were killed and at least 190 kidnapped in various incidents across Nigeria in April 2025, HumAngle Tracker revealed. The data, which provides insights into key issues in Nigeria, including conflict and security trends, humanitarian crises, and governance and accountability, shows that April recorded the highest number of casualties since January 2025.
Strangled in Silence: The Unseen Forces Stifling Nigeria's Press Freedom

1 week ago | humanglemedia.com | Adejumo Kabir

Drawing from her experience as a survivor of sexual abuse in the university, Yemisi Adeoye*, found her voice in telling powerful stories about gender and resilience as a young and ambitious journalist with an online media outlet in the Lekki area of Lagos, South West Nigeria. However, her promising career took a hit when her publisher refused to publish a report exposing a local chief accused of raping an underage girl in Ibeju-Lekki.
TIMELINE: 363 People Killed, 101 Others Abducted Across Nigeria in March

1 month ago | humanglemedia.com | Adejumo Kabir

At least 363 Nigerians were killed and 101 kidnapped in various incidents across the country in March, according to HumAngle Tracker. The data provides insights into key issues in Nigeria, including conflict and security trends, humanitarian crises, and governance and accountability. It also shows that no fewer than 1,420 people were killed and 537 others kidnapped in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, according to statistics from media reports. Mar.
Many Stranded as Tanker Explosion Wreaks Havoc in Nigeria’s Lagos

2 months ago | humanglemedia.com | Adejumo Kabir

A devastating tanker explosion which occurred in Lagos, southwestern Nigeria, on Tuesday night, has caused widespread destruction and left many commuters stranded. The incident occurred at the Otedola Bridge axis, a major highway connecting Lagos to other parts of the country, around 8:00 p.m.Multiple witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with flames engulfing several vehicles and nearby buildings. HumAngle’s reporter was around the bridge when he saw the tanker explode.
TIMELINE: At Least 533 Killed in Tragic Incidents Across Nigeria in February

2 months ago | humanglemedia.com | Adejumo Kabir

In the latest data from HumAngle Tracker, no fewer than 533 people reportedly lost their lives in various tragic incidents across Nigeria in February. The incidents, according to our data on conflict and security trends, raise concerns about the safety and security of citizens in the country. HumAngle tracked incidents such as road accidents, building collapses, fire outbreaks, femicide, and violent attacks. The figures, higher than what was recorded in January, were compiled from media reports.
Global Terrorism Index: Nigeria Ranks Sixth, with 565 Fatalities in 2024

2 months ago | humanglemedia.com | Adejumo Kabir

Nigeria has ranked sixth in the 2025 Global Terrorism Index, with a score of 7.658, moving up from eighth place in 2023 and 2024. According to the 2025 report released on March 5, the country recorded 565 terrorism-related deaths in 2024, indicating an increase in fatalities over the previous two years. “Globally, deaths from terrorism have declined by almost a third since the peak in 2015, with Iraq and Nigeria recording the largest decreases.
#HumAngleAt5: Five Iconic Investigations That Defined the Last Five Years

2 months ago | humanglemedia.com | Adejumo Kabir

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 those in power accountable.
Haunted by War: Nigerian Soldiers Battle Trauma After Fighting Boko Haram

2 months ago | humanglemedia.com | Adejumo Kabir

Segun Akogun*, a sergeant in the Nigerian Army, left the war-torn streets of Maiduguri, capital of Borno State, northeastern Nigeria, in 2018. Seven years later, he remains haunted by the unimaginable horrors he witnessed on the battlefield while combating Boko Haram insurgents. Deployed to the Moguno area of Maiduguri in Feb.
TIMELINE: Nigeria Records 524 Deaths from Various Tragic Incidents in January

Feb 11, 2025 | humanglemedia.com | Adejumo Kabir

At least 524 people lost their lives in various tragic incidents across Nigeria in January, according to HumAngle Tracker. The incidents, which occurred in different parts of the country, have left many families in mourning and raised concerns about the safety and security of citizens. HumAngle Tracker provides data-driven insights into key issues in Nigeria, including conflict and security trends, humanitarian crises, and governance and accountability.
Inside the world of Ajah’s 'Travellers Lodge'

Feb 10, 2025 | premiumtimesng.com | Chiamaka Dike |Adejumo Kabir

If you pass through the streets of Ajiwe in Ajah town, Lagos, during the day, you’ll notice a lot: sprawling residential estates lining the road, mom-and-pop shops, a few POS operators, children playing roadside games, and the bustling “God is Good” motor park. A more observant passerby, however, will spot a dingy, beige-coloured, three-story motel called “Travellers Lodge” beside the park.