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.

3887 articles published since 28 Feb 2023

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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

3 days ago

Salary and allowance of Nigerian vice president as approved by FG

Salary and allowance of Nigerian vice president as approved by FG

3 days ago

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 emer...

3 days ago

List of VIP guests to attend Pope Francis' funeral released

List of VIP guests to attend Pope Francis' funeral released

4 days ago

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

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

5 days ago

Breakdown of Nigerian ministers' annual salary released

Breakdown of Nigerian ministers' annual salary released

5 days ago

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

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

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

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

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.

Zookeeper killed by Tiger in a zoo during a feeding routine

Zookeeper killed by Tiger in a zoo during a feeding routine

A zookeeper was tragically mauled by a rare white Bengal tigress during a feeding mishap at Mariupol Zoo, raising concerns about predator enclosure safety protocols.

Actual salaries of Nigerian president and governors released

Actual salaries of Nigerian president and governors released

The Nigerian President earns ₦14,058,820 annually, while governors receive ₦7,782,968, sparking debates over governance costs and fiscal priorities in the country.

Actual salary packages of Vatican Cardinals and Pope released

Actual salary packages of Vatican Cardinals and Pope released

This salary is often supplemented by allowances to cover costs such as hiring personal secretaries. However, recent measures have reduced these benefits.

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

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

Scientists discovered a new colour, perceived through retinal stimulation, sparking debates while offering potential insights for colour blindness research.

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

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

The Kano Hisbah Board demolished a “healing water” site, addressing concerns over exploitation and unverified spiritual claims that attracted thousands of visitors.

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