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Ali Muhammad Ali | |
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| Born | Ali Muhammad Ali June 7, 1966 Kano State, Nigeria |
| Other name | Ali M. Ali |
| Education | Bayero University Kano (BA, PGD) Ahmadu Bello University (MA) |
| Occupations | Journalist, media executive |
| Employer | News Agency of Nigeria |
| Title | Managing Director / CEO of the News Agency of Nigeria |
| Term | 19 October 2023 – present |
| Predecessor | Buki Ponle |
Ali Muhammad Ali (born 7 June 1966), often credited as Ali M. Ali, is a Nigerian media executive and journalist currently serving as the managing director and chief executive officer of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).
A native of Kano State, Nigeria, Ali was born on 7 June 1966. He completed his undergraduate studies in English as well as a Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication at Bayero University Kano. He later earned a master's degree in International Affairs from Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria.
Ali's professional background in journalism and media administration spans over three decades. On 19 October 2023, President Bola Tinubu appointed him to head the News Agency of Nigeria as managing director and chief executive officer, taking over from Buki Ponle. In 2026, his tenure was extended for an additional three-year term effective 20 October 2026.