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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

JAMB 2025: List of 9 UTME candidates with the highest scores, and their states of origin

JAMB 2025: List of 9 UTME candidates with the highest scores, and their states of origin

Nigeria

a year ago

Obi has abandoned presidential ambition for Atiku, presidency alleges

Obi has abandoned presidential ambition for Atiku, presidency alleges

Nigeria

a year ago

Over 60 feared dead as vigilantes clash with bandits in Plateau forests

Over 60 feared dead as vigilantes clash with bandits in Plateau forests

Nigeria

a year ago

List of Universities that grant admission through JUPEB, IJMB

List of Universities that grant admission through JUPEB, IJMB

Nigeria

a year ago

Former army chief advocates mandatory military drills for Nigerian youths amid worsening insecurity

Former army chief advocates mandatory military drills for Nigerian youths amid worsening insecurity

Nigeria

a year ago

Malami: Buhari's ex-minister under fire as he defects from APC to ADC ahead of 2027 elections

Malami: Buhari's ex-minister under fire as he defects from APC to ADC ahead of 2027 elections

Nigeria

a year ago

Senate urged to appeal court verdict on Senator Natasha’s reinstatement

Senate urged to appeal court verdict on Senator Natasha’s reinstatement

Nigeria

a year ago

Over 1,000 women CSOs urge Senate to appeal court ruling reinstating Senator Natasha, citing risk to legislative discipline, democracy, and rule of law.

Royal drummers march to Ladoja’s residence as palace confirms Olubadan's passing

Royal drummers march to Ladoja’s residence as palace confirms Olubadan's passing

Nigeria

a year ago

Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, is dead. Palace confirms his passing as drummers relocate to Ladoja’s residence for succession.

Doctors warn against using sponge to bath daily, blame It for skin problems

Doctors warn against using sponge to bath daily, blame It for skin problems

Nigeria

a year ago

Experts warn that overusing bath sponges can damage skin, trigger infections, and cause rashes. Limit use to 2–3 times weekly and maintain proper hygiene.

Gunmen invade UNILORIN hostels, brutalise student, flee with valuables

Gunmen invade UNILORIN hostels, brutalise student, flee with valuables

Education

a year ago

UNILORIN students were attacked in a midnight hostel robbery, leaving valuables stolen and one injured. Students demand urgent action over rising insecurity.

Residents stranded, shops destroyed as heavy rainfall paralyzes Kano communities

Residents stranded, shops destroyed as heavy rainfall paralyzes Kano communities

Nigeria

a year ago

Flooded roads in Kano trap residents, destroy shops, and paralyze traffic. Locals blame poor drainage and urge government action ahead of more rains.

US deports 8 convicts to South Sudan after Supreme Court greenlight

US deports 8 convicts to South Sudan after Supreme Court greenlight

US

a year ago

US deports 8 convicted criminals to South Sudan after court battle. Supreme Court clears Trump-era third-country deportation policy amid global pushback.

FG puts 19-year-old presidential jet up for sale amid cost, safety concerns

FG puts 19-year-old presidential jet up for sale amid cost, safety concerns

Nigeria

a year ago

Nigeria lists 19-year-old Boeing 737-700 presidential jet for sale, citing high maintenance cost and safety issues. BBJ replaced by Airbus A330-200

Man sentenced to death over generator regains freedom after 26 years

Man sentenced to death over generator regains freedom after 26 years

Nigeria

a year ago

After 26 years on death row over a generator dispute, Igbojionu regains freedom with Gov Otti’s help, promising justice, support, and reintegration.

Tension brews in ADC as Atiku signals interest in presidential ticket

Tension brews in ADC as Atiku signals interest in presidential ticket

Nigeria

a year ago

Atiku hints at 2027 presidential run as ADC coalition debates who is going to be the flagbearer in the 2027 elections. Datti had earlier rejected making Obi VP.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha