Nuruzzaman Labu is an Investigative Journalist & Author.

Exposing terrorism, violent extremism, and hidden security threats through in-depth investigative reporting for over two decades. My work focuses on uncovering networks, documenting risks, and bringing accountability to issues that impact national and global security. I also report on organized and transnational crime, human trafficking, corruption, and human rights, with a strong emphasis on in-depth storytelling.

Holey Artisan Attack Investigation

A comprehensive investigation into the 2016 Dhaka attack, analyzing perpetrators, radicalization pathways, and systemic failures.

Extremist Networks in South Asia

In-depth reporting on militant organizations, their structures, funding, and cross-border operations.

Organized & Transnational Crime, Corruption & Human Rights

Investigative reporting on organized crime networks, cross-border criminal activities, and corruption, with a focus on their impact on governance and human rights.

Featured in national and international media as an investigative journalist and expert on terrorism, extremism, and security issues.

Featured in BBC | DW | TV

 

 

  • Expert commentary on terrorism and security

  • International media features

 

 

  • Television talk show appearances

TV Appearances | Expert Commentary | Interviews

Recognition for excellence in investigative journalism, including reporting on terrorism, extremism, corruption, and organized crime.

[ 🏆 2023 ]
MGI–RAC Award
Corruption Reporting

[ 🏆 2022 ]
CRAB Media Award
Terrorism & Extremism

[ 🏆 2019 ]
CTTC Award
Violent Extremism

[ 🌍 GIJN ]
Global Recognition
Investigative Journalism

Holey Artisan: A Journalistic Investigation, The book has contributed to public discourse on terrorism and inspired the Bollywood film Faaraz, reflecting its wider cultural and analytical impact.

Holey Artisan: A Journalistic Investigation

An in-depth investigative work examining the 2016 terrorist attack in Dhaka, exploring the background, networks, and broader context of radicalization and extremism.

Film Adaptation: Faraaz

Inspired by the events and investigative insights explored in the book, the film brings the story to a wider audience through cinematic interpretation.

🌍 IMPACT & CITATIONS

Investigative work contributing to academic research, international journalism, and public discourse on terrorism, extremism, and security.

🎓 Academic Citations
Referenced in research papers and analytical studies on terrorism and security

🏫 Institutional Reference 
Cited in research associated with the Combating Terrorism Center West Point, U.S. Military Academy

📊 Google Scholar 
Citations indexed and accessible via Google Scholar

📰 Editorial / Media Citations
Investigative reporting referenced in editorial commentary and analytical discussions in national and international media.