Basit Jamiu

Education: Bachelor's degree from Nasarawa State University (2023), Google Digital Skills from Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Staff Writer, Ikeja Bird (2022), Associate Editor, Prime Progress (2022), Staff Writer, politics and current affairs editor, Legit.ng (present)

Awards: Humangle Most-Read Feature Writer (2022), FIJ Best Stories of the Year (2022)

Basit Jamiu is an AFP-certified journalist. He is a current affairs and politics editor at Legit.ng. He holds a bachelor's degree from Nasarawa State University (2023). Basit previously worked as a staff writer at Ikeja Bird (2022), Associate Editor at Prime Progress (2022). He is a 2025 CRA Grantee, 2024 Open Climate Fellow (West Africa), 2023 MTN Media Fellow. Email: basitjamiu1st@gmail.com and basit.jamiu@corp.legit.ng.

6619 articles published since 28 Feb 2023

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Canada scraps first-generation citizenship limit, recognizing thousands born abroad as citizens

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Cambodia ends sticker visas in all embassies and consulates, reason emerges

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Tansian University acting vice-chancellor Prof. Umeoduagu dies at 44

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Transport union member Kamoru Omokoye was killed after suspected cultists opened fire at Abijo Bus Stop in Lagos, while three others were injured.

ABU Zaria approves new undergraduate registration fees For 2026/2027 session

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Ahmadu Bello University approved higher undergraduate registration charges for the 2026/2027 session after Senate approval and stakeholder consultations.

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Nine people died in a fatal collision between a bus and a truck on the Ijebu-Ode/Ore Expressway as rain-soaked roads and speeding led to the crash.

How twin sisters who studied medicine and pharmacy die 48 hours apart

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Two twin doctors in Yobe State died within 48 hours after separate sickle cell crises. The sisters' deaths left their family and community in deep mourning.

How to report visa fraud in US: 5 important facts to know

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The US State Department urged the public to report suspected visa fraud, saying all tips were reviewed as part of efforts to enforce immigration laws.

US announces the extension of employment fourth preference religious workers SR category

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The US extended the Employment Fourth Preference Certain Religious Workers (SR) visa category through December 11, 2026, preserving immigration pathways.

INEC says Nigeria's voter register hits 103 million, PVC collection starts October 9

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Nigeria’s voter register crossed 103 million after INEC completed CVR and biometric cleanup, unveiled 57,000 BVAS devices, and detailed 2027 election plans.

US announces I-94 website and mobile app for travelers to check admission records

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a day ago

CBP launched digital tools that streamlined access to I-94 records, automated forms, expanded biometrics, and improved US border entry services for travellers.

FMC medical director loses 2 daughters who are both doctor and pharmacist

Nigeria

a day ago

Dr. Hadiza Usman, FMC Nguru Medical Director, lost her daughters, Dr. Hadiya and Pharm. Aida, in a tragedy that prompted prayers and condolences.

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