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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

APC ramps up convention preparations as Mohammed Idris, Arabinrin Aderonke lead media strategy

APC ramps up convention preparations as Mohammed Idris, Arabinrin Aderonke lead media strategy

Politics

6 months ago

Nigerian Army arrests 18 for supporting Boko Haram logistics network

Nigerian Army arrests 18 for supporting Boko Haram logistics network

Nigeria

6 months ago

After six years in prison, EndSARS victim finally regains freedom, narrates ordeal

After six years in prison, EndSARS victim finally regains freedom, narrates ordeal

Nigeria

6 months ago

Women groups mount pressure on lawmakers over special seats bill

Women groups mount pressure on lawmakers over special seats bill

Nigeria

6 months ago

FG to deploy youths, retired soldiers in IED clearance operations

FG to deploy youths, retired soldiers in IED clearance operations

Nigeria

6 months ago

Power minister apologises over widespread blackouts, explains what's being done

Power minister apologises over widespread blackouts, explains what's being done

Nigeria

6 months ago

66 killed as military plane crashes shortly after takeoff

66 killed as military plane crashes shortly after takeoff

US

6 months ago

A Colombian military plane carrying 128 people crashed near Puerto Leguizamo, killing at least 66 and injuring dozens as authorities ruled out an attack.

Brilliant Nigerian 14-year-old wins African spelling bee title in Zimbabwe

Brilliant Nigerian 14-year-old wins African spelling bee title in Zimbabwe

Education

6 months ago

A 14-year-old Nigerian student from Ekiti state won the Junior category at the African Spelling Bee in Zimbabwe as Nigeria finished second overall.

Zamfara's new airport records first successful flight

Zamfara's new airport records first successful flight

Nigeria

6 months ago

Gusau International Airport recorded its first flight as a test aircraft landed successfully following regulatory approval ahead of planned operations.

EFCC storms Maitama, seals Abubakar Malami’s Abuja residence

EFCC storms Maitama, seals Abubakar Malami’s Abuja residence

Nigeria

6 months ago

The EFCC has moved to take over Abubakar Malami’s Maitama residence in Abuja and has sealed off the area as part of an ongoing anti-graft investigation.

APC reacts to report of consensus choice for Lagos governorship

APC reacts to report of consensus choice for Lagos governorship

Nigeria

6 months ago

The APC denied claims of a consensus Lagos governorship candidate, saying talks with President Tinubu focused on unity and party strategy, not succession.

Three prominent names emerge as APC governorship front-runners in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo

Three prominent names emerge as APC governorship front-runners in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo

Nigeria

6 months ago

The APC had advanced plans to adopt consensus governorship candidates in Lagos, Ogun and Oyo states as party leaders held consultations ahead of 2027.

FG invites applications for foreign scholarship 2026/2027

FG invites applications for foreign scholarship 2026/2027

Education

6 months ago

The Federal Government opened applications for the NDDC foreign master’s scholarship for 2026 to 2027, targeting qualified youths from the Niger Delta.

Real cause of reduction in electricity supply nationwide finally disclosed

Real cause of reduction in electricity supply nationwide finally disclosed

Nigeria

6 months ago

Ikeja Electric has said power supply worsened due to a national drop in electricity generation caused by gas shortages affecting some thermal plants.

“Stop, stop, stop”: Heartbreaking audio reveals final seconds before fatal Air Canada crash

“Stop, stop, stop”: Heartbreaking audio reveals final seconds before fatal Air Canada crash

US

6 months ago

Cockpit audio has revealed frantic warnings before an Air Canada Express jet hit a fire truck at LaGuardia, killing two pilots and shutting the airport.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha