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 (2019-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

2351 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

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Oluwo of Iwo reacts after soldiers chase traditionalists away from Awujale's funeral

Oluwo of Iwo reacts after soldiers chase traditionalists away from Awujale's funeral

Nigeria

3 months ago

Family member who was at Buhari’s deathbed details how he died suddenly in London clinic

Family member who was at Buhari’s deathbed details how he died suddenly in London clinic

Nigeria

3 months ago

9‑year‑old Muhammadu Buhari steals the show at book launch, bags scholarship

9‑year‑old Muhammadu Buhari steals the show at book launch, bags scholarship

Nigeria

3 months ago

Iconic photo, video show Tinubu standing beside Buhari’s body, Nigerians react

Iconic photo, video show Tinubu standing beside Buhari’s body, Nigerians react

Nigeria

3 months ago

Niger PM arrives in Katsina to attend Buhari’s burial

Niger PM arrives in Katsina to attend Buhari’s burial

Nigeria

3 months ago

First class graduate diagnosed with kidney failure, has one month to live, needs N45m

First class graduate diagnosed with kidney failure, has one month to live, needs N45m

Nigeria

3 months ago

Obi asks Atiku to cede ADC ticket: "Why should we have a northerner again?"

Obi asks Atiku to cede ADC ticket: "Why should we have a northerner again?"

Nigeria

3 months ago

Peter Obi has urged ADC to zone 2027 presidential ticket to South, pushing for equity and unity, as he confirms plans to contest in next presidential poll.

Buhari's nephew Mamman Daura, admitted in London hospital

Buhari's nephew Mamman Daura, admitted in London hospital

Nigeria

3 months ago

President Muhammadu Buhari’s nephew Mamman Daura hospitalised in London after ex-president's death, VP Shettima visits family, Nigerians reflect on legacy.

EndSARS, lazy youths, other viral moments that defined Buhari’s presidency online

EndSARS, lazy youths, other viral moments that defined Buhari’s presidency online

Nigeria

3 months ago

Late President Buhari’s presidency saw viral controversies, Twitter ban, conspiracy theories and protests that shaped Nigeria’s digital history and public debate.

Buhari’s death: US, China, India react to Nigerian leader’s passing

Buhari’s death: US, China, India react to Nigerian leader’s passing

Nigeria

3 months ago

US, China and India have joined millions of Nigerians to mourn ex-president Buhari's passing, honoring his democratic legacy and role in respective diplomatic ties.

Breaking: Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari Dies at 82

Breaking: Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari Dies at 82

Nigeria

3 months ago

Former Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari dies at 82 in London; twice led Nigeria and made history with 2015 election victory. His family announced on Sunday.

Failed prophecies about Buhari by prominent pastors surface after his death

Failed prophecies about Buhari by prominent pastors surface after his death

Nigeria

3 months ago

Failed death and election prophecies about the late former President Muhammadu Buhari have resurfaced, exposing how pastors mixed politics with divine predictions.

El-Rufai reacts to mentor Buhari’s death, recounts late president’s virtues

El-Rufai reacts to mentor Buhari’s death, recounts late president’s virtues

Nigeria

3 months ago

Former Kaduna governor, Nasir El-Rufai mourns Buhari, calling him mentor and symbol of integrity who shaped APC, led Nigeria with resilience and vision.

Buhari’s last official emotional statement emerges as Nigeria mourns leader's death

Buhari’s last official emotional statement emerges as Nigeria mourns leader's death

Nigeria

3 months ago

Late Former President Muhammadu Buhari’s last statement mourned Aminu Dantata, praising his philanthropy, business legacy and mentorship across West Africa.

Tinubu tells VP Shettima what to do as Buhari dies in UK

Tinubu tells VP Shettima what to do as Buhari dies in UK

Nigeria

3 months ago

Tinubu confirms Buhari’s death in London, sends Vice President Kashim Shettima to UK to return late ex-president’s body; flags to fly at half staff.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha