Rasheed Abubakar is a Nigerian journalist, publisher, and author who founded
Muslim News Nigeria,
a dedicated platform reporting on Islamic affairs, Muslim communities, and global issues affecting Muslims.
He is also a columnist with the national daily Independent Newspaper.
What He Writes About
His work focuses on religious and community-centered journalism. He reports on:
- Islamic events and conferences
- Hajj and pilgrimage stories
- Muslim education and scholarship
- Women and family issues in Muslim communities
- Humanitarian and political issues affecting Muslims globally
Where You Can Read His Work
- Muslim News Nigeria (Publisher & Editor)
- Independent Newspaper (Columnist)
- Muck Rack Author Page
- Updates on X (Twitter)
Background and Contributions
Beyond reporting, Rasheed Abubakar is also known for his media commentary through his book series
Islam and the Media. He is the founder of Rawshield PR Media and actively uses journalism as a tool for community development and faith-based advocacy.
Why He is a Strong Example
Rasheed is not only a journalist who covers religion occasionally — he built and runs an entire publication dedicated to Muslim voices.
His work demonstrates how journalism can serve faith communities by combining news, commentary, education, and advocacy.
For anyone studying or seeking to partner with religious-focused Nigerian media, he represents a living model of
how Muslim journalism thrives locally while engaging global conversations.
