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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Nigerian army and NSCDC intensify crackdown on illegal mining in Abuja

Nigeria

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Expected public holiday date for Eid Al-Adha 2026 in Nigeria emerges

Nigeria

a month ago

Top 10 African nations by electricity output: Powering industry and households across the continent

Africa

a month ago

Beneficiaries of Nigerian Education Loan Fund back Tinubu with N10.7m donation

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a month ago

Lagos issues advisory explaining symptoms and prevention of Hantavirus infection

Nigeria

a month ago

Osun political violence: Accord party women leader’s son murdered, council alleges opposition link

Nigeria

a month ago

Federal high court announces posting schedule for 14 newly appointed judges

Nigeria

a month ago

The Federal High Court of Nigeria approved a new posting schedule for judges, following NJC recommendations, with duties set to begin on May 13, 2026.

US government finally releases new UFO files for public review

World

a month ago

The Pentagon released 162 UFO files, including FBI interviews and NASA transcripts, inviting the public to review unexplained aerial phenomena with caution.

Federal government issues formal correction on Tinubu’s official title

Politics

a month ago

The SGF clarified President Bola Tinubu’s official title after repeated errors, urging media to verify through official channels to avoid avoidable mistakes.

UK reports possible hantavirus case linked to cruise ship on Tristan da Cunha

World

a month ago

UK officials monitored a growing hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship, confirming two British cases and investigating a suspected infection.

Court of Appeal reserves ruling on Malami’s bid to challenge forfeiture of 57 properties

Nigeria

a month ago

The Court of Appeal in Abuja reserved ruling as Abubakar Malami sought leave to appeal a Federal High Court decision on the forfeiture of 57 properties.

Goodluck Jonathan leaves door open for 2027 presidential race

Nigeria

a month ago

Former President Goodluck Jonathan sparked debate as he vowed to consult widely on a possible 2027 bid, while analysts and courts questioned his eligibility.

2026: US and other 11 countries where Eid al Adha are not public holidays

World

a month ago

Eid-el-Adha and Eid-el-Fitr were celebrated worldwide with devotion, yet many nations did not recognise them as public holidays, leaving observances to communities.

Oyo state government warns against roadside sale of cows and rams ahead of Eid al-Adha

Nigeria

a month ago

Oyo State Government warned residents against roadside sale of cows and rams during Eid al-Kabir, stressing compliance with the 2019 Anti-Open Grazing Law.

Date and 5 other things to know about Eid Al Adha 2026

World

a month ago

Eid-ul-Adha 2026 was marked by prayer, sacrifice, and charity, uniting Muslims worldwide in devotion and compassion. The festival began around May 27, 2026.

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