Basit Jamiu

Education: Bachelor's degree from Ekiti State University (2018), Google Digital Skills from Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Staff Writer, Ikeja Bird (2022), Associate Editor, Prime Progress (2022), Staff Writer, The Movee (2018), politics and current affairs editor, Legit.ng (present)

Awards: Ynaija New Recipient Award (2018), Top Editors from Africa, The Witsprouts (2020), Humangle Best Feature Writer (2022), FIJ Best Writer of the Year (2022)

Basit Jamiu is a journalist with more than five years of experience. He is a current affairs and politics editor at Legit.ng. He holds a bachelor's degree from Ekiti State University (2018). Basit previously worked as a staff writer at Ikeja Bird (2022), Associate Editor at Prime Progress (2022), and Staff Writer at The Movee (2018). He is a 2024 Open Climate Fellow (West Africa), 2023 MTN Media Fellow, OCRP Fellow at ICIR, and Accountability Fellow at CJID. Email: basit.jamiu@corp.legit.ng.

3897 articles published since 28 Feb 2023

Author's articles

After spending 27 years in Europe, Nigerian man without wife and children shares his experience

After spending 27 years in Europe, Nigerian man without wife and children shares...

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Nigerian woman reunites with son in Australia after 8 years of living apart, video emerges

Nigerian woman reunites with son in Australia after 8 years of living apart, vid...

a year ago

Nigerian lady gets new generator from boyfriend after lamenting three-week power outage

Nigerian lady gets new generator from boyfriend after lamenting three-week power...

a year ago

Nigerian lady shares her excitement as her son become US citizen, video emerges

Nigerian lady shares her excitement as her son become US citizen, video emerges

a year ago

“I'm saving this sound”: Nigerian lady packs her bags, relocates abroad, shares her excitement

“I'm saving this sound”: Nigerian lady packs her bags, relocates abroad, shares...

a year ago

”Na this kind girl l suppose dey send money”: Female mechanic shows off her skill, works on vehicle

”Na this kind girl l suppose dey send money”: Female mechanic shows off her skil...

a year ago

Abido Shaker: Releasing track with Flavour and 5 other things to know about "Pastor" Odumeje

Abido Shaker: Releasing track with Flavour and 5 other things to know about "Pastor" Odumeje

Pastor Odumeje, a Nigerian religious leader, has captivated attention with his energetic sermons, his diverse background as well as embodying a unique fusion.

Man goes to the street to share money and foodstuff, beneficiaries appreciate him, clip trends

Man goes to the street to share money and foodstuff, beneficiaries appreciate him, clip trends

A Nigerian philanthropist’s act of kindness involved giving over N200,000 to a lady as well as essential food items to grateful women and others in need.

NYSC: Female Corper posted to Taraba laments risk, shares video of canoe loading bus at riverbank

NYSC: Female Corper posted to Taraba laments risk, shares video of canoe loading bus at riverbank

A Nigerian lady corper, after applying for a direct assignment via the NYSC, found herself in the unexpected and less desired location of Taraba State.

“I was there live”: Nigerian lady who attended Pastor Odumeje’s concert shares her experience

“I was there live”: Nigerian lady who attended Pastor Odumeje’s concert shares her experience

A Nigerian lady’s TikTok video, capturing her vibrant experience at Prophet Odumeje’s concert, where she witnessed performances by Nigerian stars.

UTME 2024: Lady solves JAMB chemistry question, explains answer with simple English

UTME 2024: Lady solves JAMB chemistry question, explains answer with simple English

A Nigerian lady’s video expertly demystifying a complex Chemistry question on natural water for UTME candidates has drawn feedback from viewers on social media.

Nigerian lady shows her father’s dance moves and his ability to enjoy life to the fullest

Nigerian lady shows her father’s dance moves and his ability to enjoy life to the fullest

A Nigerian father became an overnight sensation, exuding youthful enthusiasm and showcasing his unique dance moves that left viewers both charmed and amazed.

“She is the reason I love coming here to eat”: Man falls in love with restaurant attendant

“She is the reason I love coming here to eat”: Man falls in love with restaurant attendant

A Nigerian man’s frequent visits to a restaurant, motivated by his affection for a beautiful woman there, became a viral story when he shared a video capturing her.

Boyfriend of lady who 'tattooed' his name on forehead surprises her with yoghurt, flowers

Boyfriend of lady who 'tattooed' his name on forehead surprises her with yoghurt, flowers

Paul Kibe, the boyfriend of a Kenyan lady, Lizah Njeri, who 'tattooed' his name on her face, has responded. He got her gifts as a token of appreciation.

“Did night shift throughout college”: 22-year-old lady with two jobs abroad shares her experience

“Did night shift throughout college”: 22-year-old lady with two jobs abroad shares her experience

A 22-year-old’s video went viral as she highlighted her industrious life, working night shifts as a caregiver and managing her daytime role as a home health aide.

Basit Jamiu