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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

2954 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

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

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

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

NAFDAC shuts Kaduna yoghurt depot, gives reasons for action

NAFDAC shuts Kaduna yoghurt depot, gives reasons for action

Nigeria

3 months ago

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

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

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.

Nigerian army crushes bandits’ camps in Taraba, arrests key suspect after fierce operations

Nigerian army crushes bandits’ camps in Taraba, arrests key suspect after fierce operations

Nigeria

3 months ago

Troops of 6 Brigade destroyed bandits’ camps, neutralised armed men, recovered weapons and arrested a key suspect during sustained operations across Taraba State.

Coalition defends Matawalle over old video, says attacks are politically motivated

Coalition defends Matawalle over old video, says attacks are politically motivated

Nigeria

3 months ago

A civic coalition has defended Minister Bello Matawalle against controversy over an old video and said his recent security contributions proved his value to Tinubu.

Are Imo police torturing and harvesting suspects' organs? facts emerge

Are Imo police torturing and harvesting suspects' organs? facts emerge

Nigeria

3 months ago

Imo police command dismissed claims of torture and organ trafficking at Tiger Base, saying the allegations were fabricated. It announced a new human rights desk.

Adamawa govt approves fresh N12bn projects, details emerge

Adamawa govt approves fresh N12bn projects, details emerge

Nigeria

3 months ago

Adamawa has approved new infrastructure works including Gombi–Ngada bridges, road projects in Yola and facilities for six new chiefdoms and emirates worth billions.

New Defence minister mentions why he cannot afford to fail Nigerians

New Defence minister mentions why he cannot afford to fail Nigerians

Nigeria

3 months ago

General Christopher Musa told the Senate he could not afford to fail as he assumed the defence portfolio, citing widespread expectations for decisive results.

Soldiers beat policeman in Jos, seize his rifle as onlookers panic

Soldiers beat policeman in Jos, seize his rifle as onlookers panic

Nigeria

3 months ago

A confrontation between soldiers and police officers at a mall disrupted business activity as security agencies later restored order and sanctioned those involved.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha