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

Author's articles

Over 90% of deadly bandits in Katsina are known locals with traceable roots, claims Radda

Over 90% of deadly bandits in Katsina are known locals with traceable roots, claims Radda

Nigeria

3 months ago

Oko killings: Anambra police arrest cult leader behind carnage and abductions

Oko killings: Anambra police arrest cult leader behind carnage and abductions

Nigeria

3 months ago

JAMB 2025: List of 9 UTME candidates with the highest scores, and their states of origin

JAMB 2025: List of 9 UTME candidates with the highest scores, and their states of origin

Nigeria

3 months ago

Obi has abandoned presidential ambition for Atiku, presidency alleges

Obi has abandoned presidential ambition for Atiku, presidency alleges

Nigeria

3 months ago

Over 60 feared dead as vigilantes clash with bandits in Plateau forests

Over 60 feared dead as vigilantes clash with bandits in Plateau forests

Nigeria

3 months ago

List of Universities that grant admission through JUPEB, IJMB

List of Universities that grant admission through JUPEB, IJMB

Nigeria

3 months ago

Former army chief advocates mandatory military drills for Nigerian youths amid worsening insecurity

Former army chief advocates mandatory military drills for Nigerian youths amid worsening insecurity

Nigeria

3 months ago

Ex-Army Chief Azubuike Ihejirika calls for mandatory NYSC military training, praises national anthem return, urges unity, and backs current military heads.

Malami: Buhari's ex-minister under fire as he defects from APC to ADC ahead of 2027 elections

Malami: Buhari's ex-minister under fire as he defects from APC to ADC ahead of 2027 elections

Nigeria

3 months ago

Abubakar Malami slammed by civic group over defection to ADC, accused of corruption, abuse of power, and rebranding for 2027 Kebbi governorship ambition.

Senate urged to appeal court verdict on Senator Natasha’s reinstatement

Senate urged to appeal court verdict on Senator Natasha’s reinstatement

Nigeria

3 months ago

Over 1,000 women CSOs urge Senate to appeal court ruling reinstating Senator Natasha, citing risk to legislative discipline, democracy, and rule of law.

Royal drummers march to Ladoja’s residence as palace confirms Olubadan's passing

Royal drummers march to Ladoja’s residence as palace confirms Olubadan's passing

Nigeria

3 months ago

Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, is dead. Palace confirms his passing as drummers relocate to Ladoja’s residence for succession.

Doctors warn against using sponge to bath daily, blame It for skin problems

Doctors warn against using sponge to bath daily, blame It for skin problems

Nigeria

3 months ago

Experts warn that overusing bath sponges can damage skin, trigger infections, and cause rashes. Limit use to 2–3 times weekly and maintain proper hygiene.

Gunmen invade UNILORIN hostels, brutalise student, flee with valuables

Gunmen invade UNILORIN hostels, brutalise student, flee with valuables

Education

3 months ago

UNILORIN students were attacked in a midnight hostel robbery, leaving valuables stolen and one injured. Students demand urgent action over rising insecurity.

Residents stranded, shops destroyed as heavy rainfall paralyzes Kano communities

Residents stranded, shops destroyed as heavy rainfall paralyzes Kano communities

Nigeria

3 months ago

Flooded roads in Kano trap residents, destroy shops, and paralyze traffic. Locals blame poor drainage and urge government action ahead of more rains.

US deports 8 convicts to South Sudan after Supreme Court greenlight

US deports 8 convicts to South Sudan after Supreme Court greenlight

US

3 months ago

US deports 8 convicted criminals to South Sudan after court battle. Supreme Court clears Trump-era third-country deportation policy amid global pushback.

FG puts 19-year-old presidential jet up for sale amid cost, safety concerns

FG puts 19-year-old presidential jet up for sale amid cost, safety concerns

Nigeria

3 months ago

Nigeria lists 19-year-old Boeing 737-700 presidential jet for sale, citing high maintenance cost and safety issues. BBJ replaced by Airbus A330-200

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha