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.

4874 articles published since 28 Feb 2023

Author's articles

Canada rejects 2.36 million applications seeking visas and work permits, gives reason

Canada rejects 2.36 million applications seeking visas and work permits, gives reason

Europe

7 months ago

US embassy in Nigeria announces new opportunity for Nigerians hoping to study abroad

US embassy in Nigeria announces new opportunity for Nigerians hoping to study abroad

US

7 months ago

Expert shares why smiling is not allowed in passport photos, gives guidelines on what is required

Expert shares why smiling is not allowed in passport photos, gives guidelines on what is required

World

7 months ago

New earth with conditions suitable for people found, gets star similar to sun, its name released

New earth with conditions suitable for people found, gets star similar to sun, its name released

World

7 months ago

Maria Ochefu: Founder of mammy market, dies at 86, confirms Buhari and Gowon was her customers

Maria Ochefu: Founder of mammy market, dies at 86, confirms Buhari and Gowon was her customers

Nigeria

7 months ago

Massive fire near popular London airport causes power outage, affecting over 1,350 flights

Massive fire near popular London airport causes power outage, affecting over 1,350 flights

Europe

7 months ago

Why NASA astronauts who returned from space after 9 months appeared taller

Why NASA astronauts who returned from space after 9 months appeared taller

World

7 months ago

Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore’s nine-month ordeal on the ISS highlighted the physical and psychological challenges of extended space missions in history.

Historic: 5 key things to know about Namibia’s first woman president

Historic: 5 key things to know about Namibia’s first woman president

Africa

7 months ago

Netumbo Ndaitwah’s presidency represents a new chapter in Namibia’s history, blending decades of political experience with a commitment to addressing challenges.

US arrests Nigerian lady for allegedly receiving pandemic benefits of over N50 million fraudulently

US arrests Nigerian lady for allegedly receiving pandemic benefits of over N50 million fraudulently

Nigeria

7 months ago

The indictment of Funke Iyanda highlights ongoing efforts by federal authorities to combat fraudulent claims for government assistance programs in the US.

Prohibited and restricted goods: List of things you can’t bring into the United States

Prohibited and restricted goods: List of things you can’t bring into the United States

US

7 months ago

Staying informed about prohibited and restricted items is essential for a smooth entry into the US. By adhering to CBP regulations, travellers can avoid penalties.

UK government to increase passport fee, mentions new price and commencement date

UK government to increase passport fee, mentions new price and commencement date

Europe

7 months ago

With the introduction of higher passport application fees, the UK Government aims to bolster the financial independence of its passport services.

President Trump to sign an executive order shutting down the U.S. Department of Education

President Trump to sign an executive order shutting down the U.S. Department of Education

US

7 months ago

Trump to shut down the U.S. Department of Education marks a significant step in his administration’s efforts to reshape federal involvement in education.

Peter Obi sends a message to members of Nigerian house of assembly over Rivers state of emergency

Peter Obi sends a message to members of Nigerian house of assembly over Rivers state of emergency

Politics

7 months ago

Peter Obi’s appeal to Labour Party members depicts the urgency of safeguarding Nigeria’s democracy amid ongoing political challenges and state of emergency.

Police confirms the death of an inspector, 12 bandits after ambush

Police confirms the death of an inspector, 12 bandits after ambush

Nigeria

7 months ago

Police operation highlights ongoing challenges of combating banditry in Benue. The bravery of officers reflects law enforcement's determination to restore security.

US embassy in Nigeria issues warning to visa applicants over fraud, mentions consequences

US embassy in Nigeria issues warning to visa applicants over fraud, mentions consequences

US

7 months ago

US Embassy in Nigeria shares the gravity of visa fraud and life-altering consequences of dishonesty. Prospective applicants are advised to comply with regulation.

Basit Jamiu