By: Ahmed Liman Kingimi
In a poignant moment of recognition and appreciation, Umaru Yakubu Kirawa, the dedicated News Central Correspondent, was honored with the Outstanding Humanitarian Reporter award by AFP war photographer, Audu Ali Marte.
Daily Trust’s Former Bureau Chief of North East Nigeria, Uthman Abubakar Stated this in the NUJ Maiduguri Press Center, During the presentation of the award to Umaru Kirawa.
Uthman Said “Mallan Umaru Yakubu Kirawa is a very brilliant and talented television journalist covering the multifaceted challenges in the northeast region, which has been affected by a lot of insecurity and a lot of other humanitarian crises.”
He noted that Umaru Yakubu Kirawa’s humanitarian feelings were exceptional, and very enviable humanitarian feelings, especially during the terror crises when he delved into humanitarian services he stepped out of his journalist duties responsibilities to help people out of humanitarian services, especially during the bomb explosions in Gwoza.
He further explained that the AFP Photographer, Audu Ali Marte deemed it fit, he snapped Umaru Yakubu Kirawa unaware of rendering such services to victims of a bomb explosion and other terror activities and because of this, The AFP Photographer Audu Ali Marte deemed it fit to present this award to Umaru Yakubu Kirawa.
The picture was captured after the victims of the bomb explosions were brought to the State Specialist Hospital Maiduguri. The insurgent blew up multiple explosive devices on 29/ 06/2024, which resulted in the deaths of more than 25 people leaving hundreds injured.
Among hundreds of people who attended the occasion were the Reuters Reporters Ahmed Kingimi, Atiku Galadima of the Nigerian Tribune, and many other dignitaries
Kirawa while briefing journalists shortly after the event said
“I dedicate this award to all the journalists covering war and humanitarian crises in Northern Nigeria, it made me very proud to be a journalist.”
The News Central Correspondent, Umaru Yakubu Kirawa, commended the AFP photographer for his exceptional work in capturing the essence of the humanitarian crisis in Northeast Nigeria. The images serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of storytelling in raising awareness and advocating for those in need.
As the world continues to grapple with conflicts and humanitarian crises, the work of individuals like Umaru Yakubu Kirawa, and AFP war Photographer serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration.
Through their work, they bring attention to the human stories behind the headlines, reminding us of the resilience and strength that exists in the midst of turmoil.
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Well done Umaru Yakubu Kirawa for your effort, keep it up the Skye will be your limit by almighty Allah.