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Biography

Stephen Angbulu is a journalist, columnist and author currently serving as the State House correspondent for The Punch, Nigeria’s most widely read newspaper. He is an alumnus of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, The PUNCH Media Academy and the Pan-Atlantic University’s School of Media and Communication and the University of Johannesburg, South Africa, where he was a fellow of the prestigious MTN Media Innovation Programme. Stephen reports on Nigeria’s presidency, immigration and trafficking in persons. His reportage also includes significant political events, such as the 2023 general elections, during which he covered the presidential primaries and campaigns of the All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party. Stephen covered the 2023 elections from Borno State, Northeast Nigeria, the political base of the APC’s Vice-Presidential candidate, now Vice President Kashim Shettima. He also covered former President Muhammadu Buhari’s participation at various high-level forums, including the World Bank’s International Development Association Heads of State Summit in Dakar, Senegal, in July 2022. A United Nations-trained sustainability journalist, Stephen was part of Nigeria’s media delegation at UN Climate Change Summit, COP28, in Dubai, writing pieces on Africa’s struggle to balance economic growth with climate commitments. He has also written investigative reports exposing human rights abuses by the Shari’a police in Kano and the plight of retirees defrauded by failed business schemes. His column, ‘Behind the Rock,’ gives readers an insider’s view of Nigeria’s seat of power, the Aso Rock Villa, and explores less-publicised aspects of the Nigerian presidency. Stephen is a recipient of the Royal African Medal presented to 100 outstanding African youths by the Ooni of Ife in July 2024. He has pursued several certifications hosted by the United Nations Information Centre, the University of Iowa and the International Organisation for Migration. He is a member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered). Besides journalism, Stephen is passionate about promoting a reading culture among the youth. In 2018, he founded the Readers’ Circle Book Club Africa to help young professionals maintain effective reading habits despite their busy lives. With a membership spanning six continents, the club is part of Stephen’s broader mission to foster a culture of learning and intellectual growth among Africa’s youth. His TEDx talk, ‘Changing the World through Reading,’ highlights his belief in the transformative power of reading for growth. In 2022, he authored The Ultimate Reading Guide: Easy and Proven Hacks for Choosing, Reading and Gleaning the Best from Books, an interactive book offering practical advice on building a robust reading habit for young adults and kids.

Content

Total articles 3863

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  Tinubu inaugurates census committee

  By Stephen Angbulu Verified

  Apr. 16, 2025

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  Tinubu’s remote work week and the state police saga

  By Stephen Angbulu Verified

  Apr. 19, 2025

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  Tinubu remains active while abroad, to return after Easter - Presidency

  By Stephen Angbulu Verified

  Apr. 17, 2025

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Company Info

The Punch

PUNCH Nigeria Limited is a prominent media company in Nigeria, established in 1970. It is known for its influential print and digital publications. The company began with *Happy Home* magazine in 1971 and expanded into newspapers with *Sunday PUNCH* in 1973 and *THE PUNCH* in 1976. Today, it is recognized as the market leader in print circulation in Nigeria. PUNCH offers a range of print publications, including *THE PUNCH*, which focuses on socially responsible journalism, *SUNDAY PUNCH*, which combines serious reporting with entertainment, and *SATURDAY PUNCH*, which provides in-depth analysis and lifestyle content. Its digital platform, punchng.com, delivers real-time news updates and multimedia content. PUNCH targets a diverse audience, including professionals and policymakers, and aims to serve as a trusted source for investigative reporting and cultural commentary. The company has modernized its operations through staff training and advanced printing technology, ensuring it remains relevant in a changing media landscape.