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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

2415 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

Somtochukwu Maduagwu: Police begin investigation as Arise News anchor dies in Abuja armed robbery attack

Somtochukwu Maduagwu: Police begin investigation as Arise News anchor dies in Abuja armed robbery attack

Nigeria

6 months ago

Nigerian who resisted deportation from US beaten, forced on plane, dumped in Togo

Nigerian who resisted deportation from US beaten, forced on plane, dumped in Togo

US

6 months ago

Identity of former soldier who set fire to Christians inside church revealed

Identity of former soldier who set fire to Christians inside church revealed

US

6 months ago

Worshippers flee as gunman sets major church on fire, one dead, many injured

Worshippers flee as gunman sets major church on fire, one dead, many injured

US

6 months ago

4 dead as trained ex-military man set fire to Christians inside church during service

4 dead as trained ex-military man set fire to Christians inside church during service

US

6 months ago

APC lambasts Atiku over comments on Madagali attack

APC lambasts Atiku over comments on Madagali attack

Nigeria

6 months ago

Seven dead, five injured in fiery Niger road crash

Seven dead, five injured in fiery Niger road crash

Nigeria

6 months ago

A trailer crash at Madalla junction in Niger State killed seven people and injured five others after brake failure caused a fiery collision with multiple vehicles.

DSS asked to probe alleged plot by PENGASSAN to sabotage Dangote refinery

DSS asked to probe alleged plot by PENGASSAN to sabotage Dangote refinery

Nigeria

6 months ago

Consumers group asks DSS and government to investigate alleged PENGASSAN threats to Dangote Refinery, warning of risks to Nigeria’s fuel supply and economy.

NDLEA arrests Lagos drug kingpins, seizes cocain and meth in major raid

NDLEA arrests Lagos drug kingpins, seizes cocain and meth in major raid

Nigeria

6 months ago

NDLEA arrests Lagos drug kingpins and dismantles trafficking rings nationwide, seizing cocaine, heroin, meth and cannabis in coordinated operations across Nigeria.

Prominent influential Igbo politician declares support for Tinubu, slams Obidients

Prominent influential Igbo politician declares support for Tinubu, slams Obidients

Nigeria

6 months ago

Dave Umahi declared that the South East will support President Tinubu in 2027, rejecting the OBIdient Movement and praising Tinubu’s impact on the region.

6 key facts about new Olubadan Oba Rashidi Oladoja

6 key facts about new Olubadan Oba Rashidi Oladoja

Nigeria

6 months ago

Former Oyo governor Rashidi Ladoja is crowned the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland at 81. Here are key facts about his life, career, and royal journey.

After autonomy, 21 LG chairmen send wives on lavish Europe trip, Nigerians react

After autonomy, 21 LG chairmen send wives on lavish Europe trip, Nigerians react

Nigeria

6 months ago

Adamawa residents decry Istanbul leadership trip for local government chairmen’s wives, demanding EFCC probe into alleged misuse of council funds

Ladoja’s new gleaming exotic ride trends as Ibadan crowns new Olubadan

Ladoja’s new gleaming exotic ride trends as Ibadan crowns new Olubadan

Nigeria

6 months ago

Oba Rasheed Ladoja’s exotic new car trends online as Ibadan hosts his colourful coronation as the 44th Olubadan with dignitaries and massive crowds in attendance.

Jubilation as FG declares technical colleges tuition-free, issues strong warning to principal

Jubilation as FG declares technical colleges tuition-free, issues strong warning to principal

Nigeria

6 months ago

Federal Government makes Federal Science and Technical Colleges tuition-free, covering major fees and warning principals against illegal charges nationwide.

APC commissioner reacts to alleged link with vandalised ADC secretariat in Kogi

APC commissioner reacts to alleged link with vandalised ADC secretariat in Kogi

Nigeria

6 months ago

Kogi commissioner Rabietu Okwute denies involvement in the attack on the ADC secretariat as groups demand an impartial probe into the politically charged incident.

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