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. 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.

5703 articles published since 28 Feb 2023

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US senator mentions president in west Africa that has enabled Boko Haram to thrive and cause crisis

Africa

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China warns against US interference in Nigeria after Trump’s threats, sends strong message

Politics

6 months ago

US congressman breaks silence as China backs Nigeria and warns against interference from US

Politics

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Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh: 10 things to know about new minister appointed by Tinubu

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President Tinubu nominates Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, SAN, Enugu’s Attorney-General, known for legal reforms and procurement expertise, for ministerial appointment.

Full list of 5 times Donald Trump has been involved with Nigeria

Politics

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Explore five key moments that defined Donald Trump’s complex relationship with Nigeria, from diplomacy and security talks to travel bans and controversial remarks.

Flashback: US once listed 6 people funding terrorists in Nigeria, explained how it was done from UAE

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6 months ago

The US sanctioned six Nigerians convicted in UAE for funding Boko Haram, blocking assets and targeting global terrorist financing networks with UAE support.

US congressman accuses Kwankwaso over sharia law after Kano ex-governor responds to Trump’s threat

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6 months ago

US Rep. Riley M. Moore has accused Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso of enabling religious persecution amid Donald Trump's words on Nigeria's alleged Christian genocide.

Pastor Kumuyi finally speaks, clarifies statement linked to him after Trump’s threat on Nigeria

Nigeria

6 months ago

Deeper Christian Life Ministry denies viral claims linking Pastor Kumuyi to anti-US remarks and genocide denial, urging media to retract false reports.

List of killed Imams and mosques attacked by bandits that led to significant loss of lives

Nigeria

6 months ago

Trump’s claims on Christian persecution in Nigeria spark debate, but recent mosque attacks show Muslims are also victims of rising violence and insecurity.

List of insults and verbal attacks from Trump against Nigeria since he became US president

Nigeria

6 months ago

Donald Trump repeatedly criticised Nigeria during his presidency, calling it a “disgraced” and “shithole” country, sparking global backlash and diplomatic tension.

Journalist names 2 Nigerian ministers who should change portfolios to appease Donald Trump

Politics

6 months ago

Nigerian journalist Jaafar Jaafar urges Tinubu to reshuffle ministers and appoint ambassadors to ease tensions with Trump over diplomatic concerns.

12 states where governors may face severe sanctions following Trump’s threat against Nigeria

Politics

6 months ago

Twelve Nigerian governors might face US sanctions over alleged religious persecution tied to Sharia law, following President Trump’s urgent call for action.

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