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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 man arrested for lewd act with goat after disturbing video goes viral

Kano man arrested for lewd act with goat after disturbing video goes viral

Nigeria

a year ago

We won’t pay loans directly into students’ accounts, NELFUND clears air

We won’t pay loans directly into students’ accounts, NELFUND clears air

Nigeria

a year ago

Kwara: Football fans lament constant theft of motorcycles during NPFL matches at Ilorin stadium

Kwara: Football fans lament constant theft of motorcycles during NPFL matches at Ilorin stadium

Nigeria

a year ago

Kano film censorship board cracks down on tricycle operators over "indecent" posters, inscription

Kano film censorship board cracks down on tricycle operators over "indecent" posters, inscription

Nigeria

a year ago

Police identify officers receiving money from Chinese in viral video, promise sanctions

Police identify officers receiving money from Chinese in viral video, promise sanctions

Nigeria

a year ago

Tinubu asked to caution "power drunk" sole administrator in Rivers

Tinubu asked to caution "power drunk" sole administrator in Rivers

Nigeria

a year ago

We warned Nigerians - EFCC speaks on crashed ponzi scheme CBEX

We warned Nigerians - EFCC speaks on crashed ponzi scheme CBEX

Nigeria

a year ago

EFCC said it warned Nigerians before ₦1.3T CBEX Ponzi scam. CBEX had no physical office, violated laws. Agency urges caution with digital investments.

Kano: 20-year-old serial killer surrenders to Police, confesses to multiple murders, robberies

Kano: 20-year-old serial killer surrenders to Police, confesses to multiple murders, robberies

Nigeria

a year ago

Kano's 20-year-old serial killer, Umar Auwalu, confesses to 12 years of murders and robberies across states; surrenders amid guilt and nightmares.

Police declare Ihuoma Nneji wanted over alleged cybercrime

Police declare Ihuoma Nneji wanted over alleged cybercrime

Nigeria

a year ago

Police declare ABC Transport founder's daughter wanted for cyberstalking, defamation, and blackmail of Abuja businessman; social activist demands apology.

Demolition: Oyo govt gives 7-day ultimatum to IITA, FRCN, banks, filling stations, others

Demolition: Oyo govt gives 7-day ultimatum to IITA, FRCN, banks, filling stations, others

Nigeria

a year ago

Oyo Govt orders IITA, FRCN, others to vacate Ojoo-Akinyele properties, citing FG road notice; residents protest alleged misuse and fear business losses.

Anambra election 2025: APC chairman speaks on alleged manipulation of party’s primary to Ukachukwu

Anambra election 2025: APC chairman speaks on alleged manipulation of party’s primary to Ukachukwu

Nigeria

a year ago

Anambra APC primary election sparks controversy as APGA accuses Ukachukwu of manipulation, while party leaders defend his grassroots-driven candidacy.

Court asks Kwara Gov’t To bring witnesses to prove alleged ritual killing against Islamic cleric

Court asks Kwara Gov’t To bring witnesses to prove alleged ritual killing against Islamic cleric

Nigeria

a year ago

Kwara High Court arraigns Islamic cleric, four others for alleged ritual killing; suspects plead not guilty as trial set for May with DSS probe concluded.

Mixed reactions trail Oyo TESCOM's handling of new teachers

Mixed reactions trail Oyo TESCOM's handling of new teachers

Education

a year ago

TESCOM teachers in Oyo face salary delays months after resumption. Payment glitches, bank issues, and growing discontent threaten education sector harmony.

Herbalist arrested after 11-year-old dies during treatment in Adamawa

Herbalist arrested after 11-year-old dies during treatment in Adamawa

Nigeria

a year ago

Herbalist arrested in Adamawa state after 11-year-old dies in his care with missing eye. Police launch investigation to uncover suspected ritual act.

Plateau killings: Jos-based group slams Amnesty over ‘exaggerated’ death toll, backs FG

Plateau killings: Jos-based group slams Amnesty over ‘exaggerated’ death toll, backs FG

Nigeria

a year ago

Jos CSO slams Amnesty International over alleged false Plateau killings report, defends FG's response, and urges global support for local peace efforts.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha