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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

2675 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

Driver arrested after stolen Hilux from Kano deputy governor’s convoy was recovered

Driver arrested after stolen Hilux from Kano deputy governor’s convoy was recovered

Nigeria

7 months ago

Baze University graduates first PhD students, honours Senegalese president

Baze University graduates first PhD students, honours Senegalese president

Nigeria

7 months ago

Six killed in stampede as thousands rush to army recruitment centre

Six killed in stampede as thousands rush to army recruitment centre

Africa

7 months ago

EFCC, AGF back Nigeria-Canada legal exchange initiative

EFCC, AGF back Nigeria-Canada legal exchange initiative

Nigeria

7 months ago

"Unruly and arrogant": Wike's aide blasts naval officer Yerima who confronted minister in Abuja

"Unruly and arrogant": Wike's aide blasts naval officer Yerima who confronted minister in Abuja

Nigeria

7 months ago

VP Shettima's aide Gimba Kakanda mentions who’s right between Wike and gallant naval officer

VP Shettima's aide Gimba Kakanda mentions who’s right between Wike and gallant naval officer

Nigeria

7 months ago

Sowore reacts as Wike clashes with soldier in Abuja

Sowore reacts as Wike clashes with soldier in Abuja

Nigeria

7 months ago

Omoyele Sowore has condemned Minister Nyesom Wike and the Nigerian military over their viral confrontation in Abuja, calling it a sign of self-serving governance.

Shehu Sani gives Wike priceless advice after viral confrontations with soldiers

Shehu Sani gives Wike priceless advice after viral confrontations with soldiers

Nigeria

7 months ago

Shehu Sani has warned FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to avoid confrontations with soldiers after a viral video of an argument over a piece of land in Abuja.

Japa: NIS blocks 294 Nigerians from leaving country, turns back 332 irregular migrants at border

Japa: NIS blocks 294 Nigerians from leaving country, turns back 332 irregular migrants at border

Nigeria

7 months ago

The Nigeria Immigration Service intercepted 294 Nigerians attempting to leave illegally and denied entry to 332 migrants, rescuing 36 trafficking victims.

Former Nigerian governor Timipre Sylva placed on FBI, Interpol watchlists, reasons emerge

Former Nigerian governor Timipre Sylva placed on FBI, Interpol watchlists, reasons emerge

Nigeria

7 months ago

EFCC has declared ex-Minister Timipre Sylva wanted over alleged $14.8m diversion. The court issued an arrest warrant as FBI, Interpol placed him on watchlists.

Cybersecurity prof tells universities what to do about students using ChatGPT to write projects

Cybersecurity prof tells universities what to do about students using ChatGPT to write projects

Nigeria

7 months ago

Pantami has urged Nigerian universities to form AI task forces, invest in research, and adopt ethical guidelines to ensure responsible and competitive innovation.

FG shares outcome of talks with US following Trump’s invasion threats

FG shares outcome of talks with US following Trump’s invasion threats

Nigeria

7 months ago

FG has said diplomatic channels with US are effective following Trump’s military threat. Nigeria has rejected genocide claims and affirms religious freedom.

Tinubu commended for strides in oil and gas reforms

Tinubu commended for strides in oil and gas reforms

Nigeria

7 months ago

North West citizens have commended Tinubu’s oil and gas reforms, and urged the government to sustain transparency and strengthen regulatory institutions.

Oyo govt explains real cause of death of teacher allegedly beaten to death by students

Oyo govt explains real cause of death of teacher allegedly beaten to death by students

Nigeria

7 months ago

Oyo government confirmed that the death of the trending Ogbomoso teacher was caused by illness, not student assault, dismissing viral reports as false.

FG announces plan to halt funding for some federal institutions, gives reasons

FG announces plan to halt funding for some federal institutions, gives reasons

Education

7 months ago

The Federal Government announced plans to cut TETFund support to federal universities and colleges with fewer than 1,000 students enrolled in 2024.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha