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.

4913 articles published since 28 Feb 2023

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Man wearing funny costume levitates effortlessly without crashing on the ground, onlookers gather

Man wearing funny costume levitates effortlessly without crashing on the ground, onlookers gather

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Nigerian student wins N1 million as best graduate, prostrates to his father on stage

Nigerian student wins N1 million as best graduate, prostrates to his father on stage

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a year ago

Little girl gives handwritten letter to her nanny, thanks her for selfless service and love

Little girl gives handwritten letter to her nanny, thanks her for selfless service and love

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a year ago

Nigerian registered nurse in US shares her humble beginning as a cashier and other jobs she did

Nigerian registered nurse in US shares her humble beginning as a cashier and other jobs she did

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a year ago

Young Nigerian lady celebrates national service call-up after 12-year as student

Young Nigerian lady celebrates national service call-up after 12-year as student

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Rare photo of Somali couple captivates audiences with its unique appearance

Rare photo of Somali couple captivates audiences with its unique appearance

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Funny children insist on seeing lady's real hair and are left in disbelief after she removes her wig

Funny children insist on seeing lady's real hair and are left in disbelief after she removes her wig

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Children insist on seeing a woman's real hair, eagerly gathered around as she removes her wig, only to be left in disbelief when her natural hair is revealed.

CHIVIDO 2024: Nigerian lady gets handbag, power bank, and personal sketch at Davido’s wedding

CHIVIDO 2024: Nigerian lady gets handbag, power bank, and personal sketch at Davido’s wedding

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a year ago

At Chioma and Davido’s wedding, a Nigerian lady delighted TikTok users by revealing the unique gifts she received, including a practical power bank.

Nigerian lady wins Hilda Baci’s Home to Pro award, shares her first reaction, thanks parents

Nigerian lady wins Hilda Baci’s Home to Pro award, shares her first reaction, thanks parents

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a year ago

A Nigerian woman celebrated her victory in Hilda Baci’s Home to Pro award by sharing an emotional and joyous reaction video, expressing heartfelt gratitude.

Daughter makes her mother’s day, gets her gift that moves her emotionally on her birthday

Daughter makes her mother’s day, gets her gift that moves her emotionally on her birthday

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a year ago

A Nigerian woman received a heartwarming birthday surprise at her workplace from her daughter, whose thoughtful gift made the day incredibly special and emotional.

Nigerian stepfather gifts emotional university graduate ₦1 million, kneels in appreciation

Nigerian stepfather gifts emotional university graduate ₦1 million, kneels in appreciation

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a year ago

A heartwarming video captured the emotional moment when a Nigerian stepfather surprised his university graduate stepdaughter by gifting her ₦1 million.

Nigerian mother travels by bike from village to Benin city to deliver food to daughter, unloads them

Nigerian mother travels by bike from village to Benin city to deliver food to daughter, unloads them

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a year ago

A Nigerian mother biked all the way from her village to Benin City to deliver food supplies to her daughter, and the clip captures the touching moment.

“I won’t renew”: Nigerian lady shows her N1.3 million rental house devastated by severe flooding

“I won’t renew”: Nigerian lady shows her N1.3 million rental house devastated by severe flooding

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a year ago

A Nigerian woman's TikTok video went viral after she shared the heartbreaking extent of the flooding in her N1.3 million rental home, showcasing severe water damage.

NYSC lady takes to the stage to share comedy about herself as student in the university

NYSC lady takes to the stage to share comedy about herself as student in the university

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a year ago

A Nigerian NYSC member humorously recounted her university struggles on stage, detailing her initial aspirations for academic excellence, and unexpected challenges.

Nigerian man spreads kindness with free rides and money

Nigerian man spreads kindness with free rides and money

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a year ago

A Nigerian man captured in video spreads joy and generosity by offering free rides, handing out money to delighted individuals, and surprising ride-share drivers.

Basit Jamiu