By Firdausi Abubakar
The PRNigeria Centre has trained over 30 students of Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) on investigative journalism, fact-checking, OSINT, and solution journalism.
The two-day intensive training held in Kano, which ran from 23 to 24 April 2026, provided students with the practical aspect of photojournalism as more than just taking pictures, but a visual means of capturing reality and telling compelling human stories.
Speaking at the event, the publisher of PRNigeria, Yushau A Shuaib, commended the students for their commitment and the quality of work produced during the training.
“We thank the facilitators for giving us their time and sharing impactful knowledge with us, and we commend the effort of the students, after going through the articles you submitted yesterday, after the program, it was impressive, and we are proud of you”
On his part, the Vice Chancellor of MAAUN, Professor Mohammad Israr, appreciated the host and facilitators of the program and hopes to get many more similar programs for their students in order for them to have good journalistic skills and become professionals.
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“On behalf of Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria, I will like to commend and appreciate the efforts and dedication of PRNigeria and all the speakers”
Also speaking at the event, one of the facilitators, the publisher of SolaceBase Online Newspaper, Mallam Abdullateef Abubakar Jos, urged the students to embrace depth and responsibility in reporting.
He emphasized that journalism in the digital age goes beyond routine reportage, requiring critical thinking, verification tools, and persistence. While noting challenges such as funding, legal risks, and threats, he also encouraged aspiring journalists to navigate these obstacles with professionalism and ethical awareness.
“Despite the fact that we all want to report and hold those accountable, no report is worth more than your life, we live to tell stories, so make sure you protect yourself”
On his part, a photojournalist, Abdulwahab Sa’ id Ahmad, described photojournalism as more than just taking pictures, but a visual means of capturing reality and telling compelling human stories.
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He walked participants through the different types of photojournalism, project requirements, and real-life experiences from assignments he has covered, highlighting both the creative and technical demands of the profession.
He also raised concern over the limited number of women in the field in Kano, offering to mentor five interested students through a hands-on training programme.
SolaceBase reports that the publisher of Daily Nigerian, Jafar Jafar, was also among the facilitators, and he advised the students to think critically, build networks, and cultivate sources.
On his part, Kano Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, advised the students on the need to develop and write stories that can positively impact society.
Kiyawa urged them to take cognizance of reportages that ran foul of the law, noting that ethical reporting increases the credibility of journalists
According to him, strong contacts and curiosity remain essential tools for uncovering impactful stories.
One of the participants, Fatima Musa Muhammad, a 300-level student, said the training reshaped her perception of investigative journalism, describing it as challenging yet rewarding, and expressing her interest in pursuing it as a career path.
