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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

Three prominent names emerge as APC governorship front-runners in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo

Three prominent names emerge as APC governorship front-runners in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo

Nigeria

3 months ago

FG invites applications for foreign scholarship 2026/2027

FG invites applications for foreign scholarship 2026/2027

Education

3 months ago

Real cause of reduction in electricity supply nationwide finally disclosed

Real cause of reduction in electricity supply nationwide finally disclosed

Nigeria

3 months ago

“Stop, stop, stop”: Heartbreaking audio reveals final seconds before fatal Air Canada crash

“Stop, stop, stop”: Heartbreaking audio reveals final seconds before fatal Air Canada crash

US

3 months ago

Tragedy befalls Nigerian Christians as prominent pastor and former CAC president dies at 81

Tragedy befalls Nigerian Christians as prominent pastor and former CAC president dies at 81

Nigeria

3 months ago

Pastor Olukoya explains reason MFM keeps using flagged “die by fire” statement despite criticism

Pastor Olukoya explains reason MFM keeps using flagged “die by fire” statement despite criticism

Nigeria

3 months ago

Terrorists destroy key bridge in Niger a day to popular market

Terrorists destroy key bridge in Niger a day to popular market

Nigeria

3 months ago

Suspected terrorists have blown up a strategic bridge in Niger State, cutting off markets and communities and worsening fears of economic isolation.

Popular cleric warns youths against neglecting living parents

Popular cleric warns youths against neglecting living parents

Nigeria

3 months ago

Cleric Korede Komaiya warned youths to care for their parents while alive, urging support and forgiveness instead of lavish spending on funerals.

FULL LIST: Alao-Akala’s properties in Nigeria, UK, US subject of family dispute

FULL LIST: Alao-Akala’s properties in Nigeria, UK, US subject of family dispute

Nigeria

3 months ago

A court dispute over Adebayo Alao-Akala’s estate revealed extensive properties in Nigeria, the UK, the US, and Ghana as judges halted asset transactions.

Boko Haram financiers known to authorities, says Buratai

Boko Haram financiers known to authorities, says Buratai

Nigeria

3 months ago

Former army chief Tukur Buratai said Boko Haram financiers were known to authorities but not named, insisting the matter was beyond military responsibility.

6 Countries where Nigerian students can study for free

6 Countries where Nigerian students can study for free

Asia

3 months ago

Several countries offered tuition-free or low-cost university education in 2026, giving international students affordable alternatives to the US and UK.

US court sends convicted Nigerian fraudster to 90 months in prison

US court sends convicted Nigerian fraudster to 90 months in prison

Nigeria

3 months ago

A Nigerian national has been sentenced to 90 months in prison after extradition from South Africa for a wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy.

Top 10 happiest countries in Africa in 2026 per latest ranking

Top 10 happiest countries in Africa in 2026 per latest ranking

Africa

3 months ago

Africa’s happiest countries for 2026 were ranked, with Mauritius leading the list as social support, health, and stability shaped wellbeing across the continent.

Islamic cleric defies Sultan, announces another Eid al-Fitr day in Nigeria

Islamic cleric defies Sultan, announces another Eid al-Fitr day in Nigeria

Nigeria

3 months ago

Islamic cleric Sheikh Musa Ayyuba Lukuwa will lead Eid prayers on Thursday, March 19, 2026, following his announcement after Ramadan's conclusion on March 18.

Nigerian army kills 3 senior terrorist commanders, neutralises over 80 insurgents

Nigerian army kills 3 senior terrorist commanders, neutralises over 80 insurgents

Nigeria

3 months ago

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI had repelled a coordinated terrorist attack in Mallam Fatori, killing over 80 insurgents and senior terrorist commanders.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha