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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Kemi Badenoch says she is suffering from racism as first black woman to lead popular UK’s party

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Murder case: Who is this man and why is he trending all over social media again

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Maiduguri cleaner earning 30k returns N4.8m mistakenly sent to her

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Just In: Benue Assembly speaker resigns, gives reason

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UK bans people with criminal records from travel, others in new policy

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Visa tips 2025: How to prepare your social media for US visa interview to avoid rejection

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Full list of exempted citizens not affected by US travel ban on 19 countries

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Discover who is exempt from Trump’s travel ban on 19 countries, including green card holders, dual nationals, athletes, adoptees, and special visa holders.

2025: Full list of 19 countries banned from traveling to US and others under review

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President Trump’s expanded travel ban on 19 countries takes effect, sparking legal challenges and immigration concerns amid national security claims.

Tragedy as couple who are both teachers were found dead

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A couple in Sega town tragically died by electrocution at home, prompting calls for improved electrical safety from local authorities and community leaders.

Fake doctor arrested over illegal termination of pregnancy that led to death in Akwa Ibom

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8 months ago

A fake doctor in Akwa Ibom was arrested for allegedly performing an illegal abortion that led to the death of a 35-year-old woman, police confirmed.

Benue assembly suspends four lawmakers over alleged impeachment plot

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8 months ago

Benue State Assembly suspends four lawmakers for six months over alleged impeachment plot against Speaker Aondona Dajoh, appoints new House spokesperson.

Tragedy as top monarch in Ogun state dies at age 89

Nigeria

8 months ago

Olu of Arigbajo, Oba Timothy Mosaku, dies at 89. Burial rites set for September 2025 in Ogun State. His legacy traces back to Arigbajo’s founding lineage.

2025 rice price hike predicted by Nigerian cleric in YouTube sermon

Nigeria

8 months ago

A Nigerian pastor predicts a 30% rise in rice prices, citing inflation and global hardship, urging citizens to combine prayer with hard work to combat poverty.

2025: Top 10 richest pastors in the world, Nigeria leads the pack

Nigeria

8 months ago

Discover the top 10 richest pastors in the world for 2025. Explore their net worth, global influence, and how faith meets fortune in modern ministry.

Pope Leo calls for global day of fasting and prayer, mentions date and reason

World

8 months ago

Pope Leo urges global fasting and prayer on 22 August for peace in Ukraine, the Middle East, and war-torn regions, continuing a tradition of spiritual action.

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