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Ismaila Yinusa

Education: B.Eng. Agricultural and Environmental Engineering (Federal University of Technology Akure, FUTA).

Experience: Editor, Copy Editor, and Digital Media Lead (Gistreel, 2020), Editor and WordPress Developer (FotNews, 2019).

Awards: Rapid Impact Leadership Award (Legit 2025), Editor of the Year (Gistreel: 2024, 2023, 2022), Excellence in Digital Strategy and Management (Gistreel: 2024, 2023).

Ismaila Yinusa is a seasoned writer, editor, and brand influencer with about ten years of experience in the media landscape. As the Head of Desk, Entertainment at LEGIT.ng, he drives quality content strategy and editorial innovation, fostering creativity and excellence across the newsroom. Yinusa plays a key role in enhancing team performance and mentoring emerging professionals, combining insight, storytelling, and audience-driven content to shape impactful entertainment journalism. Contact: ismaila.yinusa@corp.legit.ng

134 articles published since 17 Oct 2025

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Speed Darlington laments struggle hiring domestic staff, blames ‘overnight riches’ mindset

Speed Darlington laments struggle hiring domestic staff, blames ‘overnight riches’ mindset

Celebrities

a day ago

Nicolas Cage opens up about being homeless after Malibu disaster: "I'm sort of living in hotels"

Nicolas Cage opens up about being homeless after Malibu disaster: "I'm sort of living in hotels"

Celebrities

2 days ago

BON Awards 2026: Love and New Notes, Agesinkole 2, others bag multiple nominations, see full list

BON Awards 2026: Love and New Notes, Agesinkole 2, others bag multiple nominations, see full list

Movies

4 days ago

Kim Kardashian opens up on why she hid troubling health condition: "Same thing my dad had"

Kim Kardashian opens up on why she hid troubling health condition: "Same thing my dad had"

Celebrities

7 days ago

Portable challenges VeryDarkMan over school project, Burna Boy’s donation: "Where is the NGO money?"

Portable challenges VeryDarkMan over school project, Burna Boy’s donation: "Where is the NGO money?"

Celebrities

14 days ago

'Stick Run' creator Manuel Otto passes away on livestream, stirs concern: "He was in need of help"

'Stick Run' creator Manuel Otto passes away on livestream, stirs concern: "He was in need of help"

Celebrities

14 days ago

Verydarkman gifts ex-neighbour car, recounts tough childhood: "Hunger for kpai us if not for him"

Verydarkman gifts ex-neighbour car, recounts tough childhood: "Hunger for kpai us if not for him"

Celebrities

a month ago

Controversial activist Verydarkman gifts a car to a former neighbour who supported his mother and helped his family during a difficult childhood.

“E no famous reach your side?”: Jeriq stuns Peller as he denies knowledge of IceKing Ochacho

“E no famous reach your side?”: Jeriq stuns Peller as he denies knowledge of IceKing Ochacho

Music

a month ago

Famous streamer Peller got an unexpected response from Jeriq after asking if the rapper knew IceKing Ochacho, leading to a hilarious exchange on livestream.

BBNaija's Oyin and Keivo trade insults, drag parents into heated argument: "Your papa and mama are useless"

BBNaija's Oyin and Keivo trade insults, drag parents into heated argument: "Your papa and mama are useless"

TV Shows

a month ago

BBNaija Season 11 housemates Oyin and Keivo clash in an explosive argument, trading personal insults and dragging their parents into the heated exchange.

Gehgeh ridicules Burna Boy over N9 billion Bugatti: "Corolla get value pass that scrap"

Gehgeh ridicules Burna Boy over N9 billion Bugatti: "Corolla get value pass that scrap"

Celebrities

a month ago

Social commentator Gehgeh has criticised Burna Boy’s luxury car, questioning its value to Nigerians and demanding that the singer get rid of it within 24 hours.

From Davido vs Wizkid to BBNaija wars: Why Nigerians love celebrity rivalry

From Davido vs Wizkid to BBNaija wars: Why Nigerians love celebrity rivalry

Celebrities

a month ago

Davido, Wizkid and BBNaija fan wars reveal the Nigeria's obsession with celebrity rivalry. Here's why fans always defend their favourites so passionately.

BBNaija's Nomy breaks silence after disqualification, tearfully regrets letting fans down

BBNaija's Nomy breaks silence after disqualification, tearfully regrets letting fans down

TV Shows

a month ago

BBNaija Nomy has addressed fans following her disqualification from Big Brother Naija Season 11, expressing gratitude and reacting to mixed reactions online.

Mohbad's 3rd remembrance: Fans emotional as singer's body remains unburied

Mohbad's 3rd remembrance: Fans emotional as singer's body remains unburied

Music

a month ago

Three years after Mohbad died, fans are counting down to his September 12 remembrance, sharing emotional memories and reactions over his unburied remains.

Lindsay Clancy: Davido's baby mama criticised over support for U.S. mum accused of killing her children

Lindsay Clancy: Davido's baby mama criticised over support for U.S. mum accused of killing her children

Celebrities

2 months ago

Davido’s second baby mama Amanda Brown sparks backlash after sharing a controversial theory about the Lindsay Clancy murder trial and her husband.

"Makes Your Life Harder": BBNaija star Kess discloses harsh reality ex-housemates face after show

"Makes Your Life Harder": BBNaija star Kess discloses harsh reality ex-housemates face after show

TV Shows

2 months ago

BBNaija star Kess opens up about the struggles former housemates face after leaving Big Brother, sparking debate following Danboskid’s emotional admission.

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