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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

2696 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

Armed robbers cut off teacher’s hand with Machete in horrific Kano attack

Armed robbers cut off teacher’s hand with Machete in horrific Kano attack

Nigeria

2 months ago

Police storm "lion's den" criminal hideout, arrest notorious murderers, robbers in major operation

Police storm "lion's den" criminal hideout, arrest notorious murderers, robbers in major operation

Nigeria

2 months ago

US announces plan to begin automatic military enrollment for men

US announces plan to begin automatic military enrollment for men

US

2 months ago

Deputy senate president blamed over Gawuna’s exit from APC, moves to block Garo’s nomination

Deputy senate president blamed over Gawuna’s exit from APC, moves to block Garo’s nomination

Nigeria

2 months ago

Tinubu warned against backing controversial candidate for Kano deputy gov

Tinubu warned against backing controversial candidate for Kano deputy gov

Nigeria

2 months ago

FG uncovered 45,000 ghost workers through BVN system

FG uncovered 45,000 ghost workers through BVN system

Nigeria

2 months ago

ASUU declares indefinite strike at popular northern university

ASUU declares indefinite strike at popular northern university

Education

2 months ago

ASUU at UniJos declared an indefinite strike after unpaid March salaries, halting lectures and exams while blaming delays from the Accountant General’s office.

Jesutunmise: Covenant University finally breaks silence on student’s death, discloses cause

Jesutunmise: Covenant University finally breaks silence on student’s death, discloses cause

Education

2 months ago

Covenant University confirmed Jesutunmise’s death was due to a heart condition, denying negligence, amid student allegations of inadequate medical response.

Strait of Hormuz: Real reasons the Iranian waterway matters for global oil markets

Strait of Hormuz: Real reasons the Iranian waterway matters for global oil markets

Asia

2 months ago

The Strait of Hormuz remained vital to global oil supply, with tensions raising fears of disruption to shipments and potential impacts on energy markets.

"Last Day": Pastor Oyedepo explains when Jesus will return in scary video

"Last Day": Pastor Oyedepo explains when Jesus will return in scary video

Nigeria

2 months ago

Pastor Isaac Oyedepo has said that Jesus’ return was imminent, describing the present time as the “last day” and sparking debate on end-time beliefs.

Eid Al-Adha 2026: When and how Muslims will observe the festival in Nigeria

Eid Al-Adha 2026: When and how Muslims will observe the festival in Nigeria

Nigeria

2 months ago

Nigerians will observe Eid Al Adha 2026 with public holidays, Arafah Day, and spiritual reflection, as many plan extended breaks and family celebrations

Dismissed military personnel Soja Boi presents evidence of poor treatment, challenges army

Dismissed military personnel Soja Boi presents evidence of poor treatment, challenges army

Nigeria

2 months ago

Dismissed soldier Soja Boi presented payment alerts to support pay claims and challenged the Nigerian Army to release its payroll for transparency.

Kano cleric sentenced to death for blasphemy seeks transfer from Abuja prison, gives reasons

Kano cleric sentenced to death for blasphemy seeks transfer from Abuja prison, gives reasons

Nigeria

2 months ago

Kano cleric Abduljabbar Kabara sought transfer from Kuje prison, saying lack of access to key documents hindered his appeal and fair hearing rights.

Man who helped Boko Haram terrorists to swap N750,000 currency notes sentenced to prison

Man who helped Boko Haram terrorists to swap N750,000 currency notes sentenced to prison

Nigeria

2 months ago

The Nigerian court sentenced Awal Bello and others for supporting Boko Haram, ordered prison terms with rehabilitation and deradicalisation for all offenders.

Jigawa gov't addresses claims of high-profile defections from APC

Nigeria

2 months ago

Jigawa government denied APC defections, said no loyal member resigned, and described reported exits as politically motivated and lacking party affiliation.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha