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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Why did Babangida resign as head of state and hand over without coup?

Politics

6 months ago

List of past heads of state under military rule after successful coup plot

Nigeria

6 months ago

List of 5 common mistakes to avoid when applying for FG’s N150,000 internship programme

Nigeria

6 months ago

How interested Nigerians will be selected for FG’s N150,000 monthly internship, all stages explained

Nigeria

6 months ago

NCDC confirms 13 new lassa fever cases, four deaths, mentions states affected

Nigeria

6 months ago

NASA’s supercomputer predicts when the world will end, mentions the year

World

6 months ago

List of polytechnics in Nigeria offering B.Sc programmes and available courses

Education

6 months ago

Discover Nigerian some polytechnics offering B.Sc, B.Ed, and B.Tech degrees alongside ND and HND programmes, bridging gaps in tertiary education.

FG approves new university, releases its name, other details

Education

6 months ago

Imo State secures NUC recognition for its new University of Innovation, Science and Technology, boosting tech education and youth development in Nigeria.

FG finally opens portal for 12-month internship that pays N150,000 monthly, link to apply released

Nigeria

6 months ago

Applications officially opened for NJFP 2.0, a 12-month paid internship for Nigerian graduates with ₦150,000 monthly stipend, on October 22, 2025.

How to apply for FG’s 12-month internship and get ₦150,000 monthly

Nigeria

6 months ago

Apply for NJFP 2.0: FG’s 12-month internship offers ₦150K monthly, real-world experience, and career growth. Portal opens 22 Oct 2025 at 5PM WAT.

Breaking: Nnamdi Kanu’s lawyer, brother, others sent to prison, details emerge

Politics

6 months ago

Twelve has been remanded in Kuje prison over #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest, including Kanu’s lawyer and brother, sparking claims of political interference.

Step-by-step guide on how to properly write CV for government jobs in Nigeria and abroad

Nigeria

6 months ago

Learn how to write a government CV and cover letter with expert tips, formatting advice, and keyword strategies to boost your chances of landing the role.

Louvre museum heist: France reels from theft of priceless crown jewels

Europe

6 months ago

Thieves stole eight priceless royal jewels from the Louvre in a daring daylight heist, prompting a major investigation and nationwide outrage across France.

FG reopens student loan application portal, sends message to universities and students

Education

6 months ago

NELFUND opened student loan portal for 2025/2026 session from 23 Oct 2025 to 31 Jan 2026, supporting inclusive access to tertiary education across Nigeria.

“He is an ally”: Tinubu speaks about Kwankwaso amidst defection rumours

Politics

6 months ago

President Tinubu celebrated Kwankwaso at 69, praising his progressive ideals and national contributions despite leaving the APC for the New Nigeria Peoples Party.

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