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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

US government's AI-generated map mislabels every African country at global conference

US government's AI-generated map mislabels every African country at global conference

US

2 months ago

Mary Habila: SOKAPU accuses Minister Umahi of threatening its president over N20bn lawsuit

Mary Habila: SOKAPU accuses Minister Umahi of threatening its president over N20bn lawsuit

Nigeria

2 months ago

US releases how illegal residents can self-deport, get $2600 and free flight home

US releases how illegal residents can self-deport, get $2600 and free flight home

US

2 months ago

Former US prosecutor tracks alleged Yahoo Boy to Nigeria, video trends

Former US prosecutor tracks alleged Yahoo Boy to Nigeria, video trends

Nigeria

2 months ago

UAE publishes 5 categories of people banned from entering the country: "The blacklist"

UAE publishes 5 categories of people banned from entering the country: "The blacklist"

Asia

2 months ago

UK government lists 3 reasons Nigerians, other foreign nationals can be deported

UK government lists 3 reasons Nigerians, other foreign nationals can be deported

Europe

2 months ago

US publishes list of 3 things that can lead to deportation of Nigerians, other non-citizens

US publishes list of 3 things that can lead to deportation of Nigerians, other non-citizens

US

2 months ago

The U.S. government listed three actions that could lead to the deportation of Nigerians and other non-citizens and explained expedited removal..

How to apply for police character certificate, tinted glass permit

How to apply for police character certificate, tinted glass permit

Nigeria

2 months ago

The Nigeria Police explained how Nigerians could apply online for Police Character Certificates and Tinted Glass Permits through the POSSAP portal.

US government tells passport holders to sign travel documents

US government tells passport holders to sign travel documents

US

2 months ago

The United States government reminded passport holders to sign their passports and explained different signature requirements for adults and children.

Immigration releases official links for foreigners to apply for Nigerian visa, e-visa

Immigration releases official links for foreigners to apply for Nigerian visa, e-visa

Nigeria

2 months ago

The Nigeria Immigration Service released official links for foreign visa applications and warned travelers against unauthorised third-party payment platforms.

Canada explains citizenship test process, lists who must take exam

Canada explains citizenship test process, lists who must take exam

US

2 months ago

Canada explained who must take its citizenship test, how the exam works, what applicants should expect and the steps after receiving their results.

UK announces return to Erasmus+ scholarship programme, explains who can apply

UK announces return to Erasmus+ scholarship programme, explains who can apply

Education

2 months ago

The United Kingdom confirmed it would rejoin Erasmus+ from 2027 and explained who can apply, what funding covers and when organisations should prepare.

UK visa agency issues fresh guidance on student visa bank statements

UK visa agency issues fresh guidance on student visa bank statements

Europe

2 months ago

UKVI advised student visa applicants to explain large bank deposits, study gaps and provide supporting evidence to strengthen their visa applications.

INEC speaks on alleged changes to 2027 election timetable

INEC speaks on alleged changes to 2027 election timetable

Nigeria

2 months ago

INEC dismissed a viral graphic claiming it revised the 2027 election timetable and urged Nigerians to verify electoral information through official channels.

Canada launches online passport renewal for eligible adults

Canada launches online passport renewal for eligible adults

US

2 months ago

Canada has launched online passport renewal for eligible adults, allowing applications, photos and payments to be submitted digitally nationwide.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha