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 with a wealth of experience spanning over 5 years. 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.

5703 articles published since 28 Feb 2023

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Video: Tears flow as soldiers carry Buhari’s body from plane, family watches in silence

Nigeria

9 months ago

“What I saw living with Buhari for 25 years”: Pantami speaks

Nigeria

9 months ago

Adesina: Buhari could have been long dead if he had used Nigerian hospitals

Nigeria

9 months ago

Buhari’s wealth and money in his bank account as declared in his first and second terms released

Nigeria

9 months ago

Tears flow in Daura: Family and dignitaries gather for Buhari’s burial

Nigeria

9 months ago

After releasing shortlisted candidates, PTDF sends key message to selected people ahead of interview

Education

9 months ago

Medical jet crashes at London Southend Airport, eyewitnesses describe fireball

Europe

9 months ago

Emergency services responded to a small plane crash at London Southend Airport; flights suspended as authorities investigate the incident and urge public caution.

US embassy reschedules visa appointments amid Buhari commemoration

Nigeria

9 months ago

United States Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria to close on 15 July for holiday honouring late President Buhari; all visa appointments will be rescheduled.

Buhari speaks on how he ran away from home over an arranged marriage and joined the military

Nigeria

9 months ago

Former President Buhari shared how he fled an arranged marriage and low-paying job, choosing the military instead, marking the start of a historic journey.

Why former president Buhari was arrested and spent 3 years in prison

Politics

9 months ago

Why Buhari was arrested after his 1985 regime collapse resurfaces, sparking fresh debate over his legacy of fear, discipline and controversial policies.

Buhari’s death: Tinubu summons emergency FEC meeting

Politics

9 months ago

President Bola Tinubu announces emergency council session and state honours to mourn former President Buhari, who died in a UK hospital on Sunday.

Presidency reacts to Buhari’s passing, orders VP Shettima on what to do

Politics

9 months ago

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the passing of his predecessor, President Muhammadu Buhari. President Buhari died today in London at 4pm.

Pastor Ezekiel issues prophecy on what will happen in 2028 and 2032 after elections

Politics

9 months ago

Pastor Ezekiel warns of post-election bloodshed in 2028 and 2032, urging Kenyans to prepare spiritually and seek visionary leadership unequivocally.

FG launches daily passenger train in Jos, releases full service schedule

Nigeria

9 months ago

Nigerian Railway Corporation launches daily passenger train services on the Jos–Bukuru corridor, enhancing mobility with reliable, scheduled trips.

2027 election: Prophet who correctly predicted coalition mentions what it will take to unseat Tinubu

Politics

10 months ago

Prophet Obigod predicts coalition to unseat Tinubu in 2027, claims Atiku won’t succeed and warns spiritual sacrifices are needed for political change.

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