Abdullahi Alhassan reports for Daily Observer from Kaduna, covering news across northern Nigeria. His work focuses on regional politics, security, and community affairs in the North.
Aug 04, 2026Abdullahi Alhassan Over 70 civil society organisations urge Nigeria’s National Assembly to withdraw controversial NGO and social media bills, warning they threaten free speech, civic space, and democratic participation ahead of 2027 elections. View more
Aug 03, 2026Abdullahi Alhassan A Kaduna-based church honours Muslim journalist Ibrahima Yakubu of DW Hausa for his contributions to peace journalism, interfaith dialogue, and national unity, highlighting growing efforts to promote religious tolerance in Nigeria. View more
Jul 29, 2026Abdullahi Alhassan Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum calls for increased private sector investment in education while commissioning Noble Scholars School in Maiduguri, highlighting efforts to rebuild and expand quality learning after insurgency. View more
Jul 27, 2026Abdullahi Alhassan Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum plans to close Konduga IDP camp as part of ongoing resettlement efforts, inspecting new housing projects in Amarwa and Maiwa while reaffirming voluntary return for displaced persons. View more
Jul 22, 2026Abdullahi Alhassan Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani appoints Aminu Nasir Jasawa as Special Assistant on New Media, with supporters praising the move as a boost to digital communication and public engagement. View more
Jul 22, 2026Abdullahi Alhassan Borno Governor Babagana Zulum announces plans to upgrade healthcare in resettled communities through a partnership with UMTH, targeting 20 hospitals with modern equipment and US-donated medical supplies. View more
Jul 22, 2026Abdullahi Alhassan The Federal High Court in Gusau has fixed July 28, 2026, for further mention of a suit filed by APC aspirant Sani Shinkafi challenging the Zamfara North senatorial primary that produced Senator Sahabi Ya’u Kaura. View more
Jul 20, 2026Abdullahi Alhassan Borno Governor Babagana Zulum rewards winners of the 2025 National Qur’anic Recitation Competition with houses, N500,000 and PhD sponsorship, while 15 judges receive N2 million each. View more
Jul 17, 2026Abdullahi Alhassan Borno Governor Babagana Zulum meets UN, US, UK, EU and Swiss diplomats in Abuja to deepen partnerships on recovery, stabilization and development in conflict-affected communities. View more
Jul 14, 2026Abdullahi Alhassan Borno Governor Babagana Zulum engages investors to establish pharmaceutical manufacturing and Tom Brown production in Maiduguri, pledging incentives to boost healthcare, nutrition, and economic growth. View more
Jul 14, 2026Abdullahi Alhassan A new book by Mariam Marwa Abdu launched in Kaduna is fueling renewed calls to end child marriage in Nigeria, with stakeholders urging its use for advocacy, legal reform, and grassroots awareness. View more
Jul 12, 2026Abdullahi Alhassan Governor Babagana Zulum donates additional ₦200 million to National Orthopaedic Hospital Azare, raising Borno State’s total support to ₦400 million as the facility records 4,000 patients and 300 major surgeries in six months. View more
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