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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

2930 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

YOWICAN celebrates Oluremi Tinubu’s installation as Yeye Asiwaju

YOWICAN celebrates Oluremi Tinubu’s installation as Yeye Asiwaju

Nigeria

3 months ago

Education minister Tunji Alausa launches N50m grant for student startups

Education minister Tunji Alausa launches N50m grant for student startups

Nigeria

3 months ago

Former military president Babangida tells northern leaders what to do amid rising insecurity

Former military president Babangida tells northern leaders what to do amid rising insecurity

Nigeria

3 months ago

"He is a comedian," Group slams Melaye, questions his pedigree, others

"He is a comedian," Group slams Melaye, questions his pedigree, others

Nigeria

3 months ago

Police begin hunting for defiant officers still serving VIPs, establish special task force

Police begin hunting for defiant officers still serving VIPs, establish special task force

Nigeria

3 months ago

Former PDP spokesperson Kola Ologbondiyan dumps party

Former PDP spokesperson Kola Ologbondiyan dumps party

Nigeria

3 months ago

Nigerian mastermind of multi-state fraud ring sentenced to prison in US

Nigerian mastermind of multi-state fraud ring sentenced to prison in US

Nigeria

3 months ago

A US federal court sentenced Oluwaseun Adekoya to twenty years after prosecutors proved he led a multi-state identity theft and bank fraud ring against Americans.

Natasha dared to prove how Akpabio sexually harassed her in court

Natasha dared to prove how Akpabio sexually harassed her in court

Nigeria

3 months ago

Civil society groups said Senator Natasha has gained a “golden opportunity” to prove her allegations after Senate President Akpabio filed a N200bn lawsuit.

Lt. Yerima quietly marries in Kaduna after viral saga with Wike

Lt. Yerima quietly marries in Kaduna after viral saga with Wike

Nigeria

3 months ago

Lt. Adam Muhammad Yerima married Khadija in a low-key Kaduna ceremony after weeks of viral attention sparked by his encounter with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.

NAFDAC shuts Kaduna yoghurt depot, gives reasons for action

NAFDAC shuts Kaduna yoghurt depot, gives reasons for action

Nigeria

3 months ago

NAFDAC Kaduna shut a yoghurt and drink depot after uncovering unhygienic operations that posed contamination risks, with officials launching wider inspections.

MURIC rejects US pressure on Shariah, says Islamic law Is non-negotiable

MURIC rejects US pressure on Shariah, says Islamic law Is non-negotiable

Nigeria

3 months ago

MURIC rejected US-linked calls to outlaw Shariah, warned against foreign interference, and questioned America’s intentions in Nigeria’s anti-terror efforts.

Atiku hosts prominent APC chieftain Chukwuebuka, says his "doors remain open"

Atiku hosts prominent APC chieftain Chukwuebuka, says his "doors remain open"

Nigeria

3 months ago

Atiku received APC chieftain Obidike Chukwuebuka shortly after joining the ADC, as his cross party moves formed part of a wider 2027 political coalition effort.

Akwa Ibom approves N1.6 billion transport refunds for civil service job applicants

Akwa Ibom approves N1.6 billion transport refunds for civil service job applicants

Nigeria

3 months ago

Akwa Ibom State approved ₦1.6 billion in transport refunds for CBT applicants and enrolled unsuccessful candidates in skills training for future opportunities.

FG slammed for protecting identities of terror financiers

FG slammed for protecting identities of terror financiers

Nigeria

3 months ago

Timi Frank accused the Nigerian government of shielding terror financiers as he praised US actions that pressured authorities to react to worsening insecurity.

ASUU: Lecturers set for biggest salary boost in over a decade as FG finalises deal

ASUU: Lecturers set for biggest salary boost in over a decade as FG finalises deal

Education

3 months ago

Nigeria’s federal government offered a 40% pay rise for lecturers as ASUU moved toward acceptance after tense negotiations and the expiration of its ultimatum.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha