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.

5973 articles published since 28 Feb 2023

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Disease outbreak in Imo leads to death of many school children

Nigeria

a year ago

“Take charge”: Pastor Adeboye leaves message for parents on children, shares personal experience

Nigeria

a year ago

US stops student visa appointments for the entire world indefinitely

a year ago

US government lists all the work visas available in 2025

a year ago

Man, his wife and 3 children died together after devastating fire

Africa

a year ago

President Tinubu's message on National Children's Day 2025 released

Nigeria

a year ago

Former US house of representative member dies at age 94

a year ago

Charles B. Rangel, civil rights activist, war hero, and longtime congressman, passed away at 94. His legacy shaped Harlem, New York, and American politics.

Trump spends more money than Biden in 100 days amidst costs-cutting promises, actual amount released

a year ago

Donald Trump's administration spent 220 billion dollars more in its first 100 days than Biden’s last year, despite cost-cutting promises and mass government layoffs.

Key facts about late Pastor David Ayuba Azzaman who died in fatal accident

Nigeria

a year ago

Pastor David Ayuba Azzaman, leader of The King Worship Chapel, tragically passed away in an accident, leaving behind a legacy of faith, education, and service.

Former UK Prime Minister announces birth of fourth child, releases her name

World

a year ago

Carrie and Boris Johnson announced the birth of their fourth child, Poppy Eliza Josephine Johnson, on 21 May, sharing heartfelt words and photos of their newborn.

Did Macron’s wife slap him in viral video? France president’s office reacts

Europe

a year ago

French President Emmanuel Macron’s office dismissed his wife Brigitte Macron’s unexpected shove in Vietnam as a playful moment before their diplomatic tour began.

Last Facebook posts of Pastor Azzaman before his death surfaced

Nigeria

a year ago

Pastor Azzaman’s final Facebook posts before his death on 25 May reveal his faith and dedication to ministering. His legacy continues to inspire many Nigerians.

Gunmen shoot Catholic priest, kidnap two others in Benue

Nigeria

a year ago

Catholic priest Rev. Fr. Atongu was shot by suspected armed herdsmen on Makurdi–Naka Road. Security rescued him, while two others were abducted into the forest.

Immigration: FG turns back 8 foreigners without visas

Nigeria

a year ago

Nigeria enforces strict visa regulations, turning back eight foreigners. Airlines face sanctions for violations as the government strengthens immigration security.

Wike breaks silence on “PDP crisis”, gives update on his next plan

Politics

a year ago

PDP crisis intensified post-2023 election as Nyesom Wike exposed dishonesty and broken agreements, withdrawing from prior accords and vowing to fight for justice.

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