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 (2019-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

1686 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

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

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

a month ago

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

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

a month ago

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

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

a month ago

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

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

a month ago

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

a month ago

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

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

a month ago

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

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

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

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

Beautiful lady poses as Katsina Governor's Wife, scams victims of N197m

Beautiful lady poses as Katsina Governor's Wife, scams victims of N197m

The EFCC arraigned a couple and two others for N197m fraud and impersonating Katsina First Lady. Defendants remanded as trial adjourned to March 17, 2025.

US President struck by object on live TV during press conference, Trump reacts

US President struck by object on live TV during press conference, Trump reacts

A boom mic hit Donald Trump’s face during a press event, sparking online reactions. He later stumbled while helping Elon Musk’s son onto Marine One.

Real reasons I removed fuel subsidy, Tinubu finally opens up

Real reasons I removed fuel subsidy, Tinubu finally opens up

President Tinubu emphasizes youth empowerment, economic reforms, and infrastructure investment at the National Youth Congress Planning Committee inauguration.

FG opposes National Assembly’s push for 200 new universities

FG opposes National Assembly’s push for 200 new universities

Nigeria's federal government had expressed strong opposition for the creation of 200 new universities. FG called for the prioritisation of improving existing ones.

Customs intercepts $1.1m concealed in Palm Dates at Kano Airport

Customs intercepts $1.1m concealed in Palm Dates at Kano Airport

NCS intercepts $1.1M & Saudi Riyals hidden in palm dates at Kano Airport. Passenger convicted, funds forfeited. Customs vows to curb illicit financial flows

"Will never be president": Nigerians react as El-Rufai joins TikTok after dumping APC for SDP

"Will never be president": Nigerians react as El-Rufai joins TikTok after dumping APC for SDP

Former Kaduna state governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai has joined the youth-dominated social media application TikTok. The step is to endear himself with the GenZs.

Fintiri collaborates with global partners to tackle key challenges in Adamawa

Fintiri collaborates with global partners to tackle key challenges in Adamawa

Governor Fintiri partners with global organizations to tackle Adamawa’s challenges, focusing on security, IDP welfare, governance, and infrastructure.

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