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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

Tragedy befalls Nigerian Christians as prominent pastor and former CAC president dies at 81

Tragedy befalls Nigerian Christians as prominent pastor and former CAC president dies at 81

Nigeria

6 months ago

Pastor Olukoya explains reason MFM keeps using flagged “die by fire” statement despite criticism

Pastor Olukoya explains reason MFM keeps using flagged “die by fire” statement despite criticism

Nigeria

7 months ago

Terrorists destroy key bridge in Niger a day to popular market

Terrorists destroy key bridge in Niger a day to popular market

Nigeria

7 months ago

Popular cleric warns youths against neglecting living parents

Popular cleric warns youths against neglecting living parents

Nigeria

7 months ago

FULL LIST: Alao-Akala’s properties in Nigeria, UK, US subject of family dispute

FULL LIST: Alao-Akala’s properties in Nigeria, UK, US subject of family dispute

Nigeria

7 months ago

Boko Haram financiers known to authorities, says Buratai

Boko Haram financiers known to authorities, says Buratai

Nigeria

7 months ago

6 Countries where Nigerian students can study for free

6 Countries where Nigerian students can study for free

Asia

7 months ago

Several countries offered tuition-free or low-cost university education in 2026, giving international students affordable alternatives to the US and UK.

US court sends convicted Nigerian fraudster to 90 months in prison

US court sends convicted Nigerian fraudster to 90 months in prison

Nigeria

7 months ago

A Nigerian national has been sentenced to 90 months in prison after extradition from South Africa for a wire fraud and money laundering conspiracy.

Top 10 happiest countries in Africa in 2026 per latest ranking

Top 10 happiest countries in Africa in 2026 per latest ranking

Africa

7 months ago

Africa’s happiest countries for 2026 were ranked, with Mauritius leading the list as social support, health, and stability shaped wellbeing across the continent.

Islamic cleric defies Sultan, announces another Eid al-Fitr day in Nigeria

Islamic cleric defies Sultan, announces another Eid al-Fitr day in Nigeria

Nigeria

7 months ago

Islamic cleric Sheikh Musa Ayyuba Lukuwa will lead Eid prayers on Thursday, March 19, 2026, following his announcement after Ramadan's conclusion on March 18.

Nigerian army kills 3 senior terrorist commanders, neutralises over 80 insurgents

Nigerian army kills 3 senior terrorist commanders, neutralises over 80 insurgents

Nigeria

7 months ago

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI had repelled a coordinated terrorist attack in Mallam Fatori, killing over 80 insurgents and senior terrorist commanders.

US seeks to strip Nigerian fraud convict of citizenship

US seeks to strip Nigerian fraud convict of citizenship

US

7 months ago

The US had moved to revoke the citizenship of a Nigerian man convicted in a $91m tax fraud and identity theft scheme affecting over 259,000 victims.

FG moves to establish UK Coventry University campus in Nigeria

FG moves to establish UK Coventry University campus in Nigeria

Education

7 months ago

The federal government has unveiled plans for a Coventry University campus in Lagos, offering UK-accredited degrees locally to cut study-abroad costs.

US Visa: Trump govt lists 12 more countries whose citizens must pay $15,000 bond

US Visa: Trump govt lists 12 more countries whose citizens must pay $15,000 bond

US

7 months ago

The United States had added 12 countries to its visa bond scheme, requiring $15,000 deposits for visitors as officials sought to reduce overstays.

Borno and Yobe residents know terror perpetrators, says Defence Chief

Borno and Yobe residents know terror perpetrators, says Defence Chief

Nigeria

7 months ago

Nigeria’s defence chief said Boko Haram attacks involved local accomplices and urged Borno and Yobe residents to take responsibility as troops intensified efforts.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha