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.

5938 articles published since 28 Feb 2023

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APC presidential primaries: Full breakdown of Tinubu's votes in 36 states, Abuja, released

Politics

a month ago

Stanley Osifo: 10 things to know about Tinubu’s opponent in APC presidential primary

Politics

a month ago

FRSC urges patience on Abuja–Kaduna highway amid Eid-el-Kabir congestion

Nigeria

a month ago

NABTEB extends registration for 2026 National Common Entrance Examination

Education

a month ago

Kwara state police confirm three worshippers killed and 15 abducted in Ekiti LGA attack

Nigeria

a month ago

Tinubu dominates APC presidential primary election, results across several states released

Politics

a month ago

Nigerian national accused of bank fraud and identity theft detained in US

World

a month ago

Etinosa Osahon, 49, was arrested in Los Angeles by ICE over theft, fraud, and identity theft, and was held in custody pending removal proceedings.

Social Democratic Party announces expulsion of prominent figures after 2026 national convention

World

a month ago

The Social Democratic Party expelled thirteen members at its 2026 National Convention in Abuja, warning the public against dealings under its name.

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Barau Jibrin congratulates Abba Yusuf on Kano APC governorship ticket

Politics

a month ago

Barau Jibrin congratulated Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf after his affirmation as APC governorship candidate, praising the process and expressing confidence.

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Gunmen kill 25 in Honduras as plantation workers and police ambushed

World

a month ago

Gunmen killed 25 in Honduras on May 21, 2026, as plantation workers and police were ambushed, exposing gang violence, land disputes, and fragile security efforts.

Gowon insists Aburi meeting never endorsed secession, accuses Ojukwu of misrepresenting resolutions

Nigeria

a month ago

Yakubu Gowon dismissed claims that Aburi meeting endorsed Biafra secession, saying Ojukwu misrepresented resolutions as Nigeria slid into civil war.

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Vice President Shettima urges Nigeria military commanders to sustain pressure on terrorist groups

Politics

a month ago

Vice President Shettima urged Nigeria’s military commanders to sustain pressure on terrorist groups, stressing vigilance and civil-military cooperation.

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US threatens military action against Cuba amid rising tensions

World

a month ago

Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio escalated tensions with Cuba as they issued threats of military action, imposed sanctions and deployed forces.

APC governorship primaries: List of winners declared so far across states

Politics

a month ago

APC governorship primaries for the 2027 elections produced winners across several states, with some candidates emerging through consensus while others won by votes.

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2026 Hajj: Saudi authorities to translate Arafat sermon into Yoruba, Hausa, 33 other languages

World

a month ago

Saudi authorities announced that the 2026 Hajj Arafat sermon was translated into 35 languages, including Yoruba and Hausa, to reach millions of pilgrims worldwide.

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