Usman Bello Balarabe

Usman Bello Balarabe is a Nigerian journalist, media strategist, and a lecturer in Kano with over eight years of experience in investigative reporting and social accountability. He formerly worked at Daily Trust Newspaper, specializing in investigative reporting, budget tracking, anti-corruption, and social justice reporting.

A first-class graduate of Bayero University, Kano, and an alumnus of Mewar University, India, Usman is a 2022 Gatefield Pro-Health Journalism Fellow and an Associate Member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). He is committed to reporting that promotes transparency, accountability, and positive social impact.

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