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.

5955 articles published since 28 Feb 2023

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ICAN reaffirms zero-tolerance policy on examination malpractice amid viral impersonation allegations

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Charlie Kirk’s final words on Nigeria was about Daniel Ogoloma

World

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US embassy in Nigeria mentions who can be barred from receiving American visa

World

9 months ago

FULL LIST: Four female elected officers die in Lagos within two months of inauguration

Politics

9 months ago

Trump’s speech: 7 takeaways from Charlie Kirk’s emotional memorial service

World

9 months ago

Trump hails Charlie Kirk as “great American hero” at Arizona memorial service

9 months ago

Netanyahu condemns UK recognition of Palestine, calls it “absurd prize for terrorism”

World

9 months ago

Israel’s PM Netanyahu condemns UK’s recognition of Palestine, calling it a reward for terrorism amid rising tensions and domestic protests over Gaza conflict.

Gaza war: List of 3 countries that have recognised Palestinian state

World

9 months ago

UK, Canada and Australia formally recognise the Palestinian state amid Gaza war, sparking global reactions and renewed debate over the two-state solution.

Ooni of Ife visits Olubadan designate Rashidi Ladoja in Ibadan

Nigeria

9 months ago

Ooni of Ife visits Olubadan designate Rashidi Ladoja in Ibadan ahead of his September 26 installation, drawing chiefs and cultural leaders to the royal gathering.

UK recognises Palestinian state amid Gaza war and diplomatic shift

Politics

9 months ago

Britain said on Sunday it was recognising a Palestinian state after Israel failed to meet conditions including a ceasefire in the nearly two-year-old Gaza war.

Gunmen attack military barracks in Borno state, seize weapons after troops flee

Nigeria

9 months ago

Suspected insurgents attacked Banki town in Borno State, overrunning a military barracks and seizing weapons as soldiers reportedly fled to Cameroon.

2027 elections: Who will succeed INEC chairman? Nigerians speak

Politics

9 months ago

As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 elections, citizens demand integrity, competence, and transparency in the appointment of the next INEC chairman.

INEC chairman speaks as he finishes up his term in office, calls for constitutional amendment

Politics

9 months ago

INEC reaffirms commitment to inclusive democracy, spotlighting women’s leadership and backing legal reforms for greater political representation.

President Tinubu pens heartfelt letter to first lady on her birthday, “I love you more than ever”

Nigeria

9 months ago

President Tinubu honours First Lady Oluremi Tinubu on her 65th birthday, praising her strength, devotion, and quiet service to Nigeria and their family.

Explosion rocks Benue primary school while children were around, details emerge

Nigeria

9 months ago

Seven pupils injured in suspected IED blast at Benue school. Police deploy bomb squad, launch investigation into explosive device found by children.

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