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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

3094 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

Bala Wunti praised for integrity, service in community tribute

Bala Wunti praised for integrity, service in community tribute

Nigeria

4 months ago

Canada releases new processing time for Nigerian visa applicants

Canada releases new processing time for Nigerian visa applicants

US

4 months ago

PDP's Agbedi emerges minority leader as reps announce new opposition officers

PDP's Agbedi emerges minority leader as reps announce new opposition officers

Politics

4 months ago

IGP orders nationwide operation against unregistered, concealed number plates

IGP orders nationwide operation against unregistered, concealed number plates

Nigeria

4 months ago

UK considers easing work visa rules for Nigerians, other skilled workers

UK considers easing work visa rules for Nigerians, other skilled workers

Europe

4 months ago

2026 World Cup: List of teams, players and officials denied US visas, entry and why

2026 World Cup: List of teams, players and officials denied US visas, entry and why

US

4 months ago

US bans Nigerians, others travelling to America solely to give birth, cancels hundreds of visas

US bans Nigerians, others travelling to America solely to give birth, cancels hundreds of visas

US

4 months ago

The US announced the revocation of hundreds of visas and dismantled birth tourism networks across Africa and Europe as part of a global crackdown.

US launches new way to fast-track visa processing within 10 days

US launches new way to fast-track visa processing within 10 days

US

4 months ago

The United States has announced a new premium visa interview service allowing business and tourist visa applicants to secure appointments within 10 days.

Lagos APC leaders demand action against erring Agege members

Lagos APC leaders demand action against erring Agege members

Politics

4 months ago

APC stakeholders in Agege called for sanctions against members over post-primary disputes and declared support for Oluwagbenga Abiola and Sule Enimakure.

Islamic New Year: List of countries that have declared public holidays

Islamic New Year: List of countries that have declared public holidays

Asia

4 months ago

The UAE, Oman and Egypt have declared public holidays for the Islamic New Year, giving millions of workers time off to observe the start of 1448 AH.

NECO issues warning against fake recruitment portals for exam supervisors

NECO issues warning against fake recruitment portals for exam supervisors

Education

4 months ago

NECO has warned the general public about fake supervisor recruitment portals and clarified that applicants were not required to make any payments.

Xenophobia: List of countries that have repatriated their citizens from South Africa

Xenophobia: List of countries that have repatriated their citizens from South Africa

Africa

4 months ago

At least five African countries have repatriated their citizens or launched evacuation plans following renewed xenophobic attacks in South Africa.

Agbese applauds military after rescue of 360 abductees in Borno

Agbese applauds military after rescue of 360 abductees in Borno

Nigeria

4 months ago

Philip Agbese praised the Armed Forces after troops rescued 360 abductees in Borno, citing military resilience, leadership and operational success.

ADC primary: Atiku dismisses Babachir Lawal’s claims, demands evidence for allegations

ADC primary: Atiku dismisses Babachir Lawal’s claims, demands evidence for allegations

Politics

4 months ago

Atiku Abubakar has rejected Babachir Lawal’s allegations, arguing they lacked evidence and were driven by speculation and political disappointment.

US court blocks Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee in boost for Nigerians

US court blocks Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee in boost for Nigerians

US

4 months ago

A US federal judge has struck down Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee policy, removing a major barrier for skilled Nigerians seeking jobs in America.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha