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Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Education: Biomedical Engineering, First Technical University, Ibadan (2024); FIJ Social Justice Training (2023); Google Digital Skills from Google News Initiative (2024).

Experience: Founder and Editor-in-Chief, campus journalism outfit (2019); Writer at Legit News (2023-present); Contributor at Sportskeeda (UK) and Motherly (US).

Awards: Ranked 9th best young writer in Africa by AIPS (2023); Coauthor of Julie, or Sylvia.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha is a graduate of First Technical University, Ibadan. He was the founder and pioneer Editor-in-Chief of a fast-rising campus journalism outfit at his university. Ibrahim is a coauthor of the book Julie, or Sylvia, written in collaboration with two prominent Western authors. He was ranked as the 9th best young writer in Africa by the International Sports Press Association. Ibrahim has contributed insightful articles for major platforms, including Sportskeeda in the UK and Motherly in the United States. Email: ibrahim.sofiyullaha@corp.legit.ng

3094 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

Kano state takes notable action amid “uncontrolled influx” of immigrants

Kano state takes notable action amid “uncontrolled influx” of immigrants

Nigeria

a year ago

Gunmen reportedly storm Jos apartment, abduct corps member, university student

Gunmen reportedly storm Jos apartment, abduct corps member, university student

Nigeria

a year ago

2027: Tinubu's second term is a done deal in Jigawa - Gumel

2027: Tinubu's second term is a done deal in Jigawa - Gumel

Nigeria

a year ago

Adamawa police arrest shop owner for alleged violation of 14-year-old

Adamawa police arrest shop owner for alleged violation of 14-year-old

Nigeria

a year ago

Speaker Abbas praised by prominent legislator amid internal frictions

Speaker Abbas praised by prominent legislator amid internal frictions

Nigeria

a year ago

Mechanic arrested after selling client's Mercedes-Benz, swapping it for Corolla

Mechanic arrested after selling client's Mercedes-Benz, swapping it for Corolla

Nigeria

a year ago

Kwara: PDP youth leader blasts APC gov’t over ‘wicked’ demolitions

Kwara: PDP youth leader blasts APC gov’t over ‘wicked’ demolitions

Nigeria

a year ago

Kwara PDP youth leader accused APC government of demolishing homes and businesses without compensation, calling the action “wicked” and insensitive.

Adamawa: Tears as man killed by men in military uniforms

Adamawa: Tears as man killed by men in military uniforms

Nigeria

a year ago

Armed men in military and vigilante uniforms abducted and killed a man in Adamawa’s Suktu district, prompting community outrage and calls for urgent investigation.

APC lawmaker smashes mace on colleague’s head, legislator hospitalised

APC lawmaker smashes mace on colleague’s head, legislator hospitalised

Nigeria

a year ago

Violence rocks Kwara APC as Ifelodun lawmakers clash over leadership, with a mace smashed on a member’s head and police arresting key council figures.

Kwara govt accuses PoS operators of aiding terrorists, kidnappers, details emerge

Kwara govt accuses PoS operators of aiding terrorists, kidnappers, details emerge

Nigeria

a year ago

Kwara state warns that some POS operators aid kidnappers by laundering ransom money, urging citizens to report suspicious transactions and movements.

Mammoth crowd paints Kano white as Muslims celebrate Takutaha

Mammoth crowd paints Kano white as Muslims celebrate Takutaha

Nigeria

a year ago

Millions fill Kano streets in a peaceful Takutaha procession celebrating Prophet Muhammad’s birth, showcasing faith, unity, and centuries-old tradition.

Medicine, pharmacy, law, CLA top as UI releases admission cut-off marks

Medicine, pharmacy, law, CLA top as UI releases admission cut-off marks

Education

a year ago

The University of Ibadan has released 2025/2026 cut-off marks with Medicine topping at 78.875% and lowest set at 50% across several courses in different departments.

Drop in food prices shows Tinubu’s policies taking hold, says Kyari

Drop in food prices shows Tinubu’s policies taking hold, says Kyari

Nigeria

a year ago

Nigeria’s food prices have fallen as Agriculture Minister Abubakar Kyari credits Tinubu’s production support and short-term imports for stabilising supply.

UK councillor resigns after Facebook post on Charlie Kirk's killing sparked outrage

UK councillor resigns after Facebook post on Charlie Kirk's killing sparked outrage

US

a year ago

Burnley councillor Fiona Wild quit after a Facebook post celebrating Charlie Kirk’s assassination sparked public outrage and a council investigation.

Kenneth Okonkwo denies rift with Peter Obi, pledges support for ADC 2027 candidate

Kenneth Okonkwo denies rift with Peter Obi, pledges support for ADC 2027 candidate

Nigeria

a year ago

Kenneth Okonkwo backs ADC’s 2027 race, vows support for its candidate and dismisses claims of a rift with Labour Party’s Peter Obi while slamming Dumebi.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha