Usman Yusuf

Usman Yusuf

academic Nigeria

Professor Usman Yusuf is a prominent Nigerian academic and a vocal critic of government policies, particularly regarding health and education. He has been in the news recently due to his perceived persecution by the current administration, which has raised concerns among youth groups in Katsina about the state of free speech and governance in Nigeria. His situation reflects the broader issues of insecurity and economic hardship faced by many Nigerians.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
285,824
Power
621$
Sentiment
2.33
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Nigeria 3 2.33 0.13% +10% 206,139,589 285,824 $448,000 621$
Totals 3 206,139,589 285,824 $448,000 621$
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Recent Mentions

Nigeria Nigeria: Usman Yusuf was arraigned on charges of embezzlement and fraud related to his role as the ex-Executive Secretary of the National Health Insurance Scheme. 2

The Punch: Court adjourns ruling on bail for ex-NHIS boss to February 27

Nigeria Nigeria: Professor Usman Yusuf is mentioned as a critic who is being persecuted under the current administration. 2

The Punch: Katsina youth lament hardship, threaten to oppose Tinubu’s re-election