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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

FG denies forming committee to reintegrate BEA scholars into Nigerian universities

FG denies forming committee to reintegrate BEA scholars into Nigerian universities

Nigeria

a year ago

Massive manhunt launched after ten inmates escape from American prison: "Too easy"

Massive manhunt launched after ten inmates escape from American prison: "Too easy"

Nigeria

a year ago

Hisbah seals hotel over alleged amoral operation, seizes 209 cartons of alcohol in Damaturu

Hisbah seals hotel over alleged amoral operation, seizes 209 cartons of alcohol in Damaturu

Nigeria

a year ago

Kwara fashion designer sentenced to one-year jail term for EFCC investigator impersonation

Kwara fashion designer sentenced to one-year jail term for EFCC investigator impersonation

Nigeria

a year ago

Scorching heat: Residents struggle as deodorant prices soar

Scorching heat: Residents struggle as deodorant prices soar

Nigeria

a year ago

PDP group exposes prominent politician behind Fubara's defiance, says he fuelled rift against Wike

PDP group exposes prominent politician behind Fubara's defiance, says he fuelled rift against Wike

Nigeria

a year ago

Nigerian institution students to pay fine for staging powerful protest, details emerge

Nigerian institution students to pay fine for staging powerful protest, details emerge

Education

a year ago

Adamawa Poly reopens May 19 after student protest over power, water. Students to pay ₦3,000 penalty as management restores electricity, water supply.

We can finally sleep in peace – Rivers locals back Tinubu’s emergency rule

We can finally sleep in peace – Rivers locals back Tinubu’s emergency rule

Nigeria

a year ago

RPC backs Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers State, praises restored peace, improved governance, and urges support for Sole Administrator Ibok-Eket Ibas.

Full List: Six states where JAMB will conduct UTME retake for nearly 380,000 candidates

Full List: Six states where JAMB will conduct UTME retake for nearly 380,000 candidates

Nigeria

a year ago

JAMB mandates UTME retake for 379,997 candidates in Lagos and South-East due to technical errors; affected states include Abia, Imo, Enugu, and more.

Anambra election: Powerful political movement sets criteria for supporting candidate, party

Anambra election: Powerful political movement sets criteria for supporting candidate, party

Nigeria

a year ago

Anambra's 'Oga Ndi Oga Movement' sets strict criteria for 2025 poll support—power, sports, industries, and social amenities must top candidates' agendas.

Oyo: Bodija residents president speaks as govt approves ₦4.5 Billion for explosion victims

Oyo: Bodija residents president speaks as govt approves ₦4.5 Billion for explosion victims

Nigeria

a year ago

Oyo approves ₦4.5bn relief for Bodija explosion victims after months of delay; residents cautiously welcome move, demand justice and transparency.

UK envoy hails Tinubu's economic reforms, says country now more attractive to investors

UK envoy hails Tinubu's economic reforms, says country now more attractive to investors

Nigeria

a year ago

UK envoy praises Tinubu's reforms, says Nigeria now more investible with rising growth, stable naira, improved revenue, and stronger investor confidence.

Breaking: Seven Kwara residents abducted since Easter regain freedom

Breaking: Seven Kwara residents abducted since Easter regain freedom

Nigeria

a year ago

Offa rejoices as 7 kidnapped residents are rescued after weeks in captivity; emotional reunions and security efforts mark a victory against banditry.

Fear grips students as KWASU set to open Ilesha Baruba campus amid terror threats

Fear grips students as KWASU set to open Ilesha Baruba campus amid terror threats

Nigeria

a year ago

KWASU students raise alarm over relocation to Ilesha Baruba campus amid terror threats, kidnappings, and highway insecurity in Kwara’s northern region.

Defence minister told to resign amid terrorist attacks in Borno

Defence minister told to resign amid terrorist attacks in Borno

Nigeria

a year ago

Northern group urges Defence Minister Badaru’s resignation over Borno attacks, citing security failures, poor leadership, and political distractions.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha