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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

Boko Haram releases obituary Video for cameraman killed by Nigerian army

Boko Haram releases obituary Video for cameraman killed by Nigerian army

Nigeria

2 months ago

Ondo governor gives automatic jobs to 7 outstanding NYSC corps members

Ondo governor gives automatic jobs to 7 outstanding NYSC corps members

Nigeria

2 months ago

Tinubu government accused of fraud, corruption over 2026 budget controversy

Tinubu government accused of fraud, corruption over 2026 budget controversy

Nigeria

2 months ago

South Africa arrests over 1,200 suspects, detains 159 undocumented foreign nationals

South Africa arrests over 1,200 suspects, detains 159 undocumented foreign nationals

Africa

2 months ago

International Travel: Key differences between e-Visa, ETA and Visa on Arrival

International Travel: Key differences between e-Visa, ETA and Visa on Arrival

Asia

2 months ago

UAE clarifies visa-on-arrival rules for Indians, Filipinos

UAE clarifies visa-on-arrival rules for Indians, Filipinos

Asia

2 months ago

Delta commissioner kneels with two legs before governor at public event, Nigerians react

Delta commissioner kneels with two legs before governor at public event, Nigerians react

Nigeria

2 months ago

A Delta commissioner went viral after kneeling before Governor Sheriff Oborevwori during a public event, sparking mixed reactions on social media.

Abacha's regime had more detainees than entire British colonial era, ex-DSS director spills

Abacha's regime had more detainees than entire British colonial era, ex-DSS director spills

Nigeria

2 months ago

A retired DSS officer claimed Abacha's regime detained more political prisoners than British colonial rule and questioned popular accounts of his death.

Two killed as motorcycle crashes into pickup vehicle in Ogun

Two killed as motorcycle crashes into pickup vehicle in Ogun

Nigeria

2 months ago

Two people have died after a motorcycle collided with a pickup in Ogun State. TRACE attributed the crash to excessive speed and loss of control..

South Sudan denies restricting visa-free entry to two African countries

South Sudan denies restricting visa-free entry to two African countries

Africa

2 months ago

South Sudan denied reports that only Egypt and Tanzania enjoyed visa-free entry, saying no changes had been made to its immigration or visa policy.

US announces fresh green card progress for family visa categories

US announces fresh green card progress for family visa categories

US

2 months ago

The US August 2026 Visa Bulletin advanced several family-sponsored green card categories while employment-based applicants continued facing delays.

They gave me a drug, rescued Oyo teacher narrates strange experience with abductors

They gave me a drug, rescued Oyo teacher narrates strange experience with abductors

Nigeria

2 months ago

A rescued Oyo teacher said a drug given by kidnappers relieved his arthritis as he recounted his 56-day captivity and the group's eventual return to safety.

10 European countries offering easier visa pathways for Africans

10 European countries offering easier visa pathways for Africans

Europe

2 months ago

Discover 10 European countries offering structured visa pathways for Africans seeking work, study, business or long-term residence opportunities.

US releases names, alleged offences of 10 naturalised Americans set for deportation

US releases names, alleged offences of 10 naturalised Americans set for deportation

US

2 months ago

The US Justice Department filed court actions to revoke the citizenship of 10 naturalised Americans accused of fraud, child abuse, drug trafficking and deception.

Shettima urges ECOWAS to confront South Africa over xenophobic attacks

Shettima urges ECOWAS to confront South Africa over xenophobic attacks

Nigeria

3 months ago

Vice-President Kashim Shettima reminded South Africa of Nigeria's role in funding liberation efforts and urged ECOWAS to confront rising xenophobic attacks.

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