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

Author's articles

Zookeeper killed by Tiger in a zoo during a feeding routine

Zookeeper killed by Tiger in a zoo during a feeding routine

World

a month ago

Actual salaries of Nigerian president and governors released

Actual salaries of Nigerian president and governors released

Politics

a month ago

Actual salary packages of Vatican Cardinals and Pope released

Actual salary packages of Vatican Cardinals and Pope released

World

a month ago

Scientists find new colour no one has seen before, announces its name

Scientists find new colour no one has seen before, announces its name

World

a month ago

Hisbah demolishes “healing water” site as thousands flock the location

Hisbah demolishes “healing water” site as thousands flock the location

Nigeria

a month ago

FG releases N50bn to settle ASUU, other varsity staff allowances

FG releases N50bn to settle ASUU, other varsity staff allowances

Education

a month ago

Mortal remains of Pope Francis transferred to St. Peter’s Basilica

Mortal remains of Pope Francis transferred to St. Peter’s Basilica

World

a month ago

Pope Francis’ remains were taken to St. Peter’s Basilica as thousands gathered to pay respects, marking a solemn step in the rites preceding his funeral on April 26.

Two people confirmed dead after eating ‘poisoned Easter egg' allegedly sent to family

Two people confirmed dead after eating ‘poisoned Easter egg' allegedly sent to family

World

a month ago

Two family members died after allegedly consuming a poisoned Easter egg, prompting police investigations and the arrest of a suspect tied to the tragic case.

Vatican City: 5 things to know about a country where Pope is the "President"

Vatican City: 5 things to know about a country where Pope is the "President"

World

a month ago

Vatican City, the smallest country, is led by the Pope as its monarch, featuring unique systems, historic landmarks, and attracting 25,000 visitors daily.

Vatican makes announcement on teen set to be made a Saint following Pope Francis' death

Vatican makes announcement on teen set to be made a Saint following Pope Francis' death

World

a month ago

The Vatican postpones the canonization of Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint, following Pope Francis’ death, with updates announced on April 21.

Host communities urged not to grant officers loans beyond their means, says IG

Host communities urged not to grant officers loans beyond their means, says IG

Nigeria

a month ago

Inspector General of Police advises host communities to avoid granting heavy loans to officers, highlighting financial challenges and promoting responsible lending.

Burkina Faso thwarts major coup plot targeting junta leader

Burkina Faso thwarts major coup plot targeting junta leader

Politics

a month ago

Burkina Faso’s government foiled a coup plot targeting Captain Ibrahim Traoré, involving soldiers and terrorist groups aiming to destabilise the nation’s leadership.

Why Popes are buried in 3 coffins and what will change in Pope Francis' era

Why Popes are buried in 3 coffins and what will change in Pope Francis' era

World

a month ago

Popes lead the Catholic Church as successors to Saint Peter, guiding over a billion followers worldwide through faith, doctrine, and moral and social teachings.

Pope Francis’ estimated net worth released despite rejecting salary as pontiff

Pope Francis’ estimated net worth released despite rejecting salary as pontiff

World

a month ago

Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, led the Church with humility, rejecting wealth while advocating for inclusion, reform, and service to the marginalised.

Family of Pope Francis finally breaks silence, shares what they know about the spiritual leader

Family of Pope Francis finally breaks silence, shares what they know about the spiritual leader

World

a month ago

Pope Francis' family mourns his passing, sharing heartfelt tributes and personal memories that highlight his humility and dedication to serving the marginalised.

Basit Jamiu