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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

2693 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

Zamfara 2027: APC group hails truce between Lawal and Matawalle

Zamfara 2027: APC group hails truce between Lawal and Matawalle

Nigeria

3 months ago

Kenyan city approves two-day monthly menstrual leave for women

Kenyan city approves two-day monthly menstrual leave for women

Africa

3 months ago

Niger Governor Bago condemned over alleged arrests of journalists

Niger Governor Bago condemned over alleged arrests of journalists

Nigeria

3 months ago

One killed, former deputy governor injured as APC delegates suffers fatal crash

One killed, former deputy governor injured as APC delegates suffers fatal crash

Nigeria

3 months ago

APC ramps up convention preparations as Mohammed Idris, Arabinrin Aderonke lead media strategy

APC ramps up convention preparations as Mohammed Idris, Arabinrin Aderonke lead media strategy

Politics

3 months ago

Nigerian Army arrests 18 for supporting Boko Haram logistics network

Nigerian Army arrests 18 for supporting Boko Haram logistics network

Nigeria

3 months ago

After six years in prison, EndSARS victim finally regains freedom, narrates ordeal

After six years in prison, EndSARS victim finally regains freedom, narrates ordeal

Nigeria

3 months ago

A Lagos court has freed Wasiu Rasheed after six years in custody, ending a case tied to the 2020 EndSARS protests and clearing him of all charges.

Women groups mount pressure on lawmakers over special seats bill

Women groups mount pressure on lawmakers over special seats bill

Nigeria

3 months ago

Women’s organisations intensified pressure on lawmakers nationwide, submitting letters to assemblies and NASS to demand swift passage of the Special Seats Bill.

FG to deploy youths, retired soldiers in IED clearance operations

FG to deploy youths, retired soldiers in IED clearance operations

Nigeria

3 months ago

FG has announced plans to involve youths and retired soldiers in demining operations as part of efforts to curb IED and landmine threats nationwide.

Power minister apologises over widespread blackouts, explains what's being done

Power minister apologises over widespread blackouts, explains what's being done

Nigeria

3 months ago

Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu apologised to Nigerians over persistent outages, assured supply improvement within weeks, and outlined steps to fix gas constraints.

66 killed as military plane crashes shortly after takeoff

66 killed as military plane crashes shortly after takeoff

US

3 months ago

A Colombian military plane carrying 128 people crashed near Puerto Leguizamo, killing at least 66 and injuring dozens as authorities ruled out an attack.

Brilliant Nigerian 14-year-old wins African spelling bee title in Zimbabwe

Brilliant Nigerian 14-year-old wins African spelling bee title in Zimbabwe

Education

3 months ago

A 14-year-old Nigerian student from Ekiti state won the Junior category at the African Spelling Bee in Zimbabwe as Nigeria finished second overall.

Zamfara's new airport records first successful flight

Zamfara's new airport records first successful flight

Nigeria

3 months ago

Gusau International Airport recorded its first flight as a test aircraft landed successfully following regulatory approval ahead of planned operations.

EFCC storms Maitama, seals Abubakar Malami’s Abuja residence

EFCC storms Maitama, seals Abubakar Malami’s Abuja residence

Nigeria

3 months ago

The EFCC has moved to take over Abubakar Malami’s Maitama residence in Abuja and has sealed off the area as part of an ongoing anti-graft investigation.

APC reacts to report of consensus choice for Lagos governorship

APC reacts to report of consensus choice for Lagos governorship

Nigeria

3 months ago

The APC denied claims of a consensus Lagos governorship candidate, saying talks with President Tinubu focused on unity and party strategy, not succession.

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