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.

5920 articles published since 28 Feb 2023

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Trump announces Independence Day rally featuring military flyovers and patriotic playlist

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UK publishes salaries of primary and secondary teachers, college and university lecturers in 2026

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UN Secretary-General António Guterres breaks silence on US-Iran peace deal

World

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Video: Six people have died after 2 helicopters collide mid-air in Brazil

World

12 days ago

Full list: Qatar’s minimum wage and average salaries in 2026 released

World

12 days ago

UAE government announces ban on midday work in 2026, mentions actual date

World

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Iran and US reportedly draft memorandum sets 60‑day path to final deal

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Iran and the U.S. drafted a memorandum covering nuclear limits, oil sanctions relief, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, with talks set for 60 days.

UAE’s student visa in 2026: Facts about application process, eligibility and cost released

World

13 days ago

Students secured Dubai visas with admission offers, valid passports, and health insurance, then accessed education, services, and part-time work opportunities.

Qatar announces new job opportunity specifically for Nigerians in 2026, mentions how to apply

World

13 days ago

Qatar announced new job opportunities for Nigerians in 2026, offering skilled professionals roles in Utility, Inlet Receiving, Sulphur Recovery and LNG facilities.

UK releases important message on Air India anniversary, mentioning the 260 lives lost

World

13 days ago

UK marked the first anniversary of the Air India AI171 accident, honoured 260 lives lost, and reaffirmed AAIB’s role in supporting families with updates.

Trump dismisses leaked Iran ceasefire terms as “fake news”, says deal remains uncertain

14 days ago

Trump has rejected Iran’s reported ceasefire terms as “fake news”, accusing Tehran of dishonourable conduct while US‑Iran tensions remained high.

Full list: UAE’s minimum wage and worker’s salary in 2026 released

World

15 days ago

The UAE released its 2026 minimum wage and salary figures, showing Emirati nationals gained a mandatory AED 6,000 base pay while expats faced wide disparities.

RCCG to launch opportunity for Nigerian youth in 2026, gives details

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15 days ago

RCCG launched its Mega Music Festival 2.0 in Lagos, where it announced plans to train over 100,000 young Nigerians in tech skills through a four‑month programme.

Estimated salaries of Nigerian police and 3 other countries released

Africa

15 days ago

Police salaries across Nigeria, the UK, the US, and the UAE were compared, showing wide differences in pay, benefits, and career progression for officers.

Pope Leo XIV sends important message ahead of 2026 World Cup in US, Canada and Mexico

15 days ago

Pope Leo XIV shared a message ahead of the World Cup, reminding fans that football taught teamwork, compassion, and selfless love in everyday life.

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