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.

4067 articles published since 28 Feb 2023

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Selection process for the next Pope scheduled to commence as date is confirmed

Selection process for the next Pope scheduled to commence as date is confirmed

World

a month ago

Nigerians react as World Bank predicts ‘more’ poverty in Nigeria by 2027

Nigerians react as World Bank predicts ‘more’ poverty in Nigeria by 2027

Nigeria

a month ago

Main salary and allowances of Senate President as approved by FG

Main salary and allowances of Senate President as approved by FG

Politics

a month ago

FBI arrests US judge in her office over undocumented immigrant

FBI arrests US judge in her office over undocumented immigrant

US

a month ago

Massive explosion in Iran kills 28 people, 800 others injured

Massive explosion in Iran kills 28 people, 800 others injured

World

a month ago

Car rams into crowd in block party, kills 9 people, injuring several others

Car rams into crowd in block party, kills 9 people, injuring several others

World

a month ago

Salary and allowance of Nigerian vice president as approved by FG

Salary and allowance of Nigerian vice president as approved by FG

Nigeria

a month ago

The Nigerian Vice President earns ₦12,126,290 annually, including allowances for consistency, hardship, and other benefits, as approved by the Federal Government.

Poll Rating: Main reason Kemi Badenoch is likely to be removed and replaced emerges

Poll Rating: Main reason Kemi Badenoch is likely to be removed and replaced emerges

Politics

a month ago

Kemi Badenoch faces criticism for her leadership as Tory poll ratings dip ahead of elections, with calls for replacement and pressure from Nigel Farage’s party.

List of VIP guests to attend Pope Francis' funeral released

List of VIP guests to attend Pope Francis' funeral released

World

a month ago

World leaders and monarchs gather in Rome for Pope Francis' funeral, as thousands of mourners visit St Peter’s Basilica to pay their respects on the final day.

Small police plane crashes during test flight, killing everyone on it

Small police plane crashes during test flight, killing everyone on it

World

a month ago

A small police plane crashed into the sea near Hua Hin, Thailand, during a test flight, killing all six officers on board as investigations into the cause begin.

Breakdown of Nigerian ministers' annual salary released

Breakdown of Nigerian ministers' annual salary released

Politics

a month ago

Nigerian ministers earn ₦7,801,640 annually, including allowances for vehicle maintenance, domestic staff, entertainment, utilities, and professional expenses.

Crying Nun very close to Pope Francis before his passing allowed to break protocol

Crying Nun very close to Pope Francis before his passing allowed to break protocol

World

a month ago

A grieving nun, close to Pope Francis for over 40 years, broke protocol at St Peter’s Basilica to pay a heartfelt and emotional farewell to the late Pontiff.

Actual salary of US president with other allowances released

Actual salary of US president with other allowances released

US

a month ago

The US President earns $400,000 annually, with additional allowances for expenses, travel, and entertainment, showcasing a comprehensive benefits package.

Trump Organisation sells T-Shirt and cap promoting third term bid in 2028

Trump Organisation sells T-Shirt and cap promoting third term bid in 2028

US

a month ago

The Trump Organisation launched "Trump 2028" merchandise, sparking debate over a third presidential term and raising questions about constitutional limits.

Former President taken to court for alleged corruption linked to son-in-law’s appointment

Former President taken to court for alleged corruption linked to son-in-law’s appointment

World

a month ago

Former South Korean President Moon Jae-in was indicted on bribery charges linked to his son-in-law's airline appointment, stirring political and legal controversies.

Basit Jamiu