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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

2680 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

High house rent stopping our men from marrying us, Sokoto women cry out

High house rent stopping our men from marrying us, Sokoto women cry out

Nigeria

6 months ago

Global protests announced as groups seek Farouk’s exit over $5m school fees allegations

Global protests announced as groups seek Farouk’s exit over $5m school fees allegations

Nigeria

6 months ago

Tinubu gives fresh verdict on Buhari at biography launch

Tinubu gives fresh verdict on Buhari at biography launch

Nigeria

6 months ago

FG addresses reports Nigeria used grounded aircraft to spy on Burkina Faso

FG addresses reports Nigeria used grounded aircraft to spy on Burkina Faso

Nigeria

6 months ago

Stop glorifying corrupt public officials, EFCC urges Nigerians

Stop glorifying corrupt public officials, EFCC urges Nigerians

Nigeria

6 months ago

FRSC moves to prosecute influencer Peller after live-stream crash

FRSC moves to prosecute influencer Peller after live-stream crash

Nigeria

6 months ago

I won’t allow defectors to destroy PDP, FCT Minister Wike vows

I won’t allow defectors to destroy PDP, FCT Minister Wike vows

Nigeria

6 months ago

Nyesom Wike had said PDP founders would resist defectors undermining the party, warning that court disobedience and internal breaches could harm its future.

Complete list of Nigerian state governors and their political parties as of December 2025

Complete list of Nigerian state governors and their political parties as of December 2025

Nigeria

6 months ago

Nigeria’s governors were distributed across six political parties as of December, with the APC controlling most states and opposition parties holding fewer seats.

Sanwo-Olu displays culinary skills at Lagos food festival

Sanwo-Olu displays culinary skills at Lagos food festival

Nigeria

6 months ago

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu attended the Lagos Food Festival, cooked with participants, and celebrated the city’s food culture and youthful energy.

Governor Diri cuts short official trip, hurries back to Bayelsa following deputy's death

Governor Diri cuts short official trip, hurries back to Bayelsa following deputy's death

Nigeria

6 months ago

Governor Douye Diri had returned to Bayelsa to console the Senator Ewhrudjakpo family and assure full government support after his deputy’s death.

RCCG shares foodstuffs, clothes, others with Abuja residents as christmas nears

RCCG shares foodstuffs, clothes, others with Abuja residents as christmas nears

Nigeria

6 months ago

About 500 Lugbe residents in Abuja have received food items, clothes, and medical support as RCCG Everlasting Light Zone held its annual Tabitha outreach.

Apply now: Another govt agency announces recruitment, shares application deadline

Apply now: Another govt agency announces recruitment, shares application deadline

Nigeria

6 months ago

NAHCON had opened applications for the 2026 Hajj National Medical Team, inviting qualified health professionals to apply through its online portal.

Tinubu, EFCC, ICPC petitioned over alleged Benue governor financial misconduct

Tinubu, EFCC, ICPC petitioned over alleged Benue governor financial misconduct

Nigeria

6 months ago

A civil society group had petitioned Tinubu, EFCC, ICPC, and NHRC over alleged corruption, inflated contracts, and human rights violations in Benue.

BUK's N5.6bn solar power plant collapses two years after launch

BUK's N5.6bn solar power plant collapses two years after launch

Nigeria

6 months ago

The N5.6bn BUK solar plant had collapsed two years after launch, cutting savings, worsening power supply, and prompting a federal 6MW revival plan.

Kano gov't bans 'Hisbah' group, orders immediate halt to operations

Kano gov't bans 'Hisbah' group, orders immediate halt to operations

Nigeria

6 months ago

Kano state government had banned the Independent Hisbah Fisabilillahi group, ordered security agencies to act, and warned residents against affiliation.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha