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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

2797 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

FG allocates N430.7 billion to NYSC as N77k allowance takes effect

FG allocates N430.7 billion to NYSC as N77k allowance takes effect

Nigeria

a year ago

Ex-governor, INEC staff accused of scheming to recall Senator Natasha

Ex-governor, INEC staff accused of scheming to recall Senator Natasha

Nigeria

a year ago

Peter Obi sits on floor, breaks Ramadan fast with Almajiri in Onitsha market, video trends

Peter Obi sits on floor, breaks Ramadan fast with Almajiri in Onitsha market, video trends

Nigeria

a year ago

FULL TEXT: Fubara reacts to Tinubu’s declaration of state of emergency rule in Rivers

FULL TEXT: Fubara reacts to Tinubu’s declaration of state of emergency rule in Rivers

Nigeria

a year ago

Nigerian lawyers react as Tinubu declares state of emergency in Rivers state

Nigerian lawyers react as Tinubu declares state of emergency in Rivers state

Nigeria

a year ago

BREAKING: Tinubu suspends Fubara, Deputy for 6 months as he declares state of emergency

BREAKING: Tinubu suspends Fubara, Deputy for 6 months as he declares state of emergency

Nigeria

a year ago

30-year-old woman arrested for smuggling guns for Boko Haram terrorists

30-year-old woman arrested for smuggling guns for Boko Haram terrorists

Nigeria

a year ago

Nigeria Police has arrested gunrunners and drug suppliers, seizing AK-47s, codeine, ammo in fight against bandits, Boko Haram, crime in Yobe, Katsina.

"We were deceived": Former Boko Haram member shares journey to redemption

"We were deceived": Former Boko Haram member shares journey to redemption

Nigeria

a year ago

Borno’s de-radicalisation model sees 300,000+ insurgents surrender, with dialogue, rehabilitation, and reintegration restoring peace in Northeast Nigeria.

After Raye’s ordeal, another NYSC member voices grievances in unique way

After Raye’s ordeal, another NYSC member voices grievances in unique way

Nigeria

a year ago

NYSC corps member whispers government criticism amid fear of reprisal. This is after Raye, a Lagos corps member, allegedly received threats after her viral video.

Massive protest erupts in Abuja over Benue judiciary crisis, details emerge

Massive protest erupts in Abuja over Benue judiciary crisis, details emerge

Nigeria

a year ago

Massive Abuja protest demands judicial reform in Benue State. Coalition calls for CJN, NJC, and Tinubu to address alleged judicial misconduct and restore rule of law

US Congress empowers Trump to impose severe sanctions on Nigeria, details emerge

US Congress empowers Trump to impose severe sanctions on Nigeria, details emerge

Nigeria

a year ago

U.S. Congress OKs Trump sanctions on Nigeria over Christian killings. 55K dead, 21K abducted 2019-23. Smith slams inaction, seeks CPC status return.

Peter Obi slams Tinubu, NYSC over threats to corps member’s free speech

Peter Obi slams Tinubu, NYSC over threats to corps member’s free speech

Nigeria

a year ago

Peter Obi slams NYSC threats to corps member Raye over Tinubu critique. Viral video sparks free speech debate, governance woes in Nigeria escalate.

"Barbaric": Pastor machetes wife to death over alleged infidelity in Akwa Ibom

"Barbaric": Pastor machetes wife to death over alleged infidelity in Akwa Ibom

Nigeria

a year ago

Akwa Ibom man arrested for allegedly killing wife with machete over infidelity claims. Police recover weapon, vow justice, and warn against domestic violence.

Rivers Crisis: Angry protesters block Wike's convoy, destroy billboards

Rivers Crisis: Angry protesters block Wike's convoy, destroy billboards

Nigeria

a year ago

Ijaw women protest Wike’s visit to Kalabari, destroying billboards amid his feud with Governor Fubara. Security intervenes as political tensions rise.

Prominent Nigerian university sacks three staff members for gross misconduct

Prominent Nigerian university sacks three staff members for gross misconduct

Nigeria

a year ago

UDUS dismissed three staff for misconduct, including result alteration and sexual harassment. The identities of the relieved individuals are not public yet.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha