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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

2681 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

Obaseki reacts to attack and abduction of cousin Pedro in Benin

Obaseki reacts to attack and abduction of cousin Pedro in Benin

Nigeria

5 months ago

AFCON 2025: Sports analyst explains what Nigeria’s win over Tunisia means

AFCON 2025: Sports analyst explains what Nigeria’s win over Tunisia means

Nigeria

5 months ago

Sheikh Faisal Al Nu'man: Key facts about voice of prophet's mosque who died after lifelong service

Sheikh Faisal Al Nu'man: Key facts about voice of prophet's mosque who died after lifelong service

Asia

5 months ago

Updated: Chimamanda Adichie refutes UNN visiting professor appointment

Updated: Chimamanda Adichie refutes UNN visiting professor appointment

Education

6 months ago

19 Confirmed dead in separate trailer crashes in Plateau and Gombe

19 Confirmed dead in separate trailer crashes in Plateau and Gombe

Nigeria

6 months ago

Why EFCC could not probe Jonathan over shady $2.1bn arms deal

Why EFCC could not probe Jonathan over shady $2.1bn arms deal

Nigeria

6 months ago

Nigerian railway records massive turnout as 50% yuletide train discount begins

Nigerian railway records massive turnout as 50% yuletide train discount begins

Nigeria

6 months ago

The Nigerian Railway Corporation launched a 50 percent yuletide fare discount nationwide, recording strong passenger turnout across major rail routes.

Alex Otti accused of flouting Tinubu’s directive and Supreme Court ruling

Alex Otti accused of flouting Tinubu’s directive and Supreme Court ruling

Nigeria

6 months ago

APC chieftain Paul Ikonne accused Abia Governor Alex Otti of defying Tinubu and the Supreme Court by allegedly blocking local government autonomy.

Makinde narrates how Wike undermined him during meeting with Tinubu

Makinde narrates how Wike undermined him during meeting with Tinubu

Nigeria

6 months ago

Governor Seyi Makinde has rejected support for President Bola Tinubu in 2027, saying Nyesom Wike could not impose political choices within the PDP.

Panic as train crashes into bus in Oshodi, reckless driver blamed

Panic as train crashes into bus in Oshodi, reckless driver blamed

Nigeria

6 months ago

LASEMA confirmed no deaths or injuries after a train collided with a Toyota Hiace bus in Lagos, as emergency teams cleared the tracks and restored operations.

27-year-old Maimunat emerges best as UDUS inducts 122 medical doctors

27-year-old Maimunat emerges best as UDUS inducts 122 medical doctors

Nigeria

6 months ago

A 27-year-old medical graduate, Dr Maimunat Suleiman, topped her class as Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, inducted a record 122 new medical doctors.

Visas issued before January 1, 2026 remain valid, US assures Nigerians after travel restrictions

Visas issued before January 1, 2026 remain valid, US assures Nigerians after travel restrictions

Nigeria

6 months ago

The US Embassy assured Nigerians that visas issued before January 1, 2026 remained valid, despite Nigeria’s inclusion in new partial US travel restrictions.

Gunmen kidnap 28 travellers including children in Plateau

Gunmen kidnap 28 travellers including children in Plateau

Nigeria

6 months ago

Gunmen kidnapped 28 travellers, including children and community leaders, in Plateau State. Security agencies launched investigations as residents demanded action.

Dangote vs Farouk: Peter Obi explains new angle many Nigerians have not considered

Dangote vs Farouk: Peter Obi explains new angle many Nigerians have not considered

Nigeria

6 months ago

Peter Obi had weighed in on the Farouk allegation, arguing that the issue went beyond legality to moral responsibility and Nigeria’s deep education inequality.

2027: Northern group that aided Tinubu’s 2023 victory ends support

2027: Northern group that aided Tinubu’s 2023 victory ends support

Nigeria

6 months ago

Tinubu Vanguard has withdrawn its support for President Bola Tinubu and the APC, citing neglect and hardship despite its role in the 2023 elections.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha