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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

2391 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

FG releases shortlist for NSCDC, immigration, fire service CBT

FG releases shortlist for NSCDC, immigration, fire service CBT

Nigeria

4 months ago

Reps threaten to arrest JAMB registrar Oloyede, reasons emerge

Reps threaten to arrest JAMB registrar Oloyede, reasons emerge

Nigeria

5 months ago

Breaking: Senate approves President Tinubu’s service chiefs nominees

Breaking: Senate approves President Tinubu’s service chiefs nominees

Nigeria

5 months ago

Tinubu urged to begin allocating 100% crude oil to Dangote Refinery

Tinubu urged to begin allocating 100% crude oil to Dangote Refinery

Nigeria

5 months ago

Tinubu's super-performing minister praised amid NYSC certificate allegations

Tinubu's super-performing minister praised amid NYSC certificate allegations

Nigeria

5 months ago

Powerful PDP governor in panic mode, to meet Tinubu as key loyalists join APC

Powerful PDP governor in panic mode, to meet Tinubu as key loyalists join APC

Nigeria

5 months ago

Army detains man suspected of financing alleged coup plot to topple Tinubu's govt

Army detains man suspected of financing alleged coup plot to topple Tinubu's govt

Nigeria

5 months ago

Military interrogates a federal agency MD and raids Timipre Sylva’s home over alleged coup plot to overthrow President Tinubu as investigation widens.

US told what to do to force Cameroon's Paul Biya out of power

US told what to do to force Cameroon's Paul Biya out of power

Africa

5 months ago

Nigerian politician Timi Frank has condemned Paul Biya’s re-election as President of Cameroon as 'fraudulent', urging the ICC and the UN to impose sanctions.

Katsina Governor Approves Appointment of Sirika as Pro-Chancellor

Katsina Governor Approves Appointment of Sirika as Pro-Chancellor

Nigeria

5 months ago

Governor Dikko Radda appoints Senator Hadi Sirika as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University for a five-year term effective October 24.

WAEC announces date for mock CBT to prepare candidates, details emerge

WAEC announces date for mock CBT to prepare candidates, details emerge

Nigeria

5 months ago

WAEC to conduct a mock CBT on October 29, 2025, to prepare private candidates for its digital transition aimed at curbing examination malpractice.

NSA Ribadu makes serious warning to politicians ahead of Anambra governorship poll

NSA Ribadu makes serious warning to politicians ahead of Anambra governorship poll

Nigeria

5 months ago

NSA Nuhu Ribadu warns of firm action against any violence during the Anambra governorship election as INEC confirms readiness for the November 8 polls.

Well-dressed lady enters police station, files complaint against scorching sun, draws action

Well-dressed lady enters police station, files complaint against scorching sun, draws action

Nigeria

5 months ago

A Lagos state ministry rescued a mentally unstable woman after public report via social media. She began receiving medical care at a state rehabilitation centre.

Powerful former APC lawmaker dumps party, decamps to PDP, details emerge

Powerful former APC lawmaker dumps party, decamps to PDP, details emerge

Nigeria

5 months ago

Former Kwara lawmaker Saheed Popoola defects from APC to PDP, accusing the ruling party of misgovernance and declaring PDP ready to reclaim power in 2027.

Ivory Coast President Ouattara wins fourth term in landslide victory

Ivory Coast President Ouattara wins fourth term in landslide victory

Nigeria

5 months ago

Ivory Coast’s President Alassane Ouattara wins a fourth term with nearly 90% of votes, pledging stability, growth, and leadership renewal amid low turnout.

FG directs works ministry to prioritise local contractors: "I am very proud"

FG directs works ministry to prioritise local contractors: "I am very proud"

Nigeria

5 months ago

The minister of Works Dave Umahi commendedJRB Construction for quality work on the Oyo–Ogbomoso road as FG renewed support for indigenous contractors.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha