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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

Author's articles

"I'm Irritated": Fave fumes following anonymous gift, warns admirers to raise their standards

"I'm Irritated": Fave fumes following anonymous gift, warns admirers to raise their standards

Music

3 months ago

Jarvis denies pregnancy speculation, declares reason for weight gain

Jarvis denies pregnancy speculation, declares reason for weight gain

Celebrities

3 months ago

Filmmaker Ola Balogun Directs That His Organs Be Donated to the Needy and His Body Used for Study

Filmmaker Ola Balogun Directs That His Organs Be Donated to the Needy and His Body Used for Study

Nollywood

3 months ago

"Is it by force?": Peller calls out guests after finding fake dollars sprayed at his wedding

"Is it by force?": Peller calls out guests after finding fake dollars sprayed at his wedding

Celebrities

3 months ago

Portable Makes Allegations in Diss Track After Disqualification in Charles Okocha Boxing Rematch

Portable Makes Allegations in Diss Track After Disqualification in Charles Okocha Boxing Rematch

Celebrities

3 months ago

BBNaija Season 11: Housemate Abi Breaks Down in Tears, Threatens Voluntary Exit from Show

BBNaija Season 11: Housemate Abi Breaks Down in Tears, Threatens Voluntary Exit from Show

TV Shows

3 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo lands major role in new TV drama after World Cup exit

Cristiano Ronaldo lands major role in new TV drama after World Cup exit

TV Shows

3 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo stars in a fictional drama, 'Day 1s', about UK soccer agent Stanley Dalton, directed by Matthew Vaughn, with filming underway in London.

Peller warns fans against attending his August wedding without aso-ebi

Peller warns fans against attending his August wedding without aso-ebi

Celebrities

3 months ago

TikTok star Peller clarifies his aso-ebi rule for his August 1, 2026 wedding in Lagos, sparking conversations about entry policies and fabric pricing.

Cardi B reveals strict rule she plans to enforce if her son gets a girl pregnant

Cardi B reveals strict rule she plans to enforce if her son gets a girl pregnant

Celebrities

3 months ago

Cardi B's stance on parenting sparks debate as she declares that her son must leave home if he fathers a child, emphasising adult responsibilities and tough love.

"Home wrecker:" 30BG female fan faces heat following intention for Davido after encounter at club

"Home wrecker:" 30BG female fan faces heat following intention for Davido after encounter at club

Celebrities

3 months ago

A Benin City barber's club encounter with Davido stirs controversy after her cryptic 'bucket list' caption invites sharp criticism on social media.

IShowSpeed goes wild at BTS FIFA World Cup halftime show, meets band backstage

IShowSpeed goes wild at BTS FIFA World Cup halftime show, meets band backstage

Celebrities

3 months ago

IShowSpeed's wild celebration of BTS at the FIFA World Cup Final captivated fans, culminating in a memorable backstage encounter with the K-pop stars.

DJ Cuppy throws out marriage pressure, announces her new priority

DJ Cuppy throws out marriage pressure, announces her new priority

Music

3 months ago

DJ Cuppy claps back at marriage concerns with witty TikTok post, prioritising education over societal expectations as her sister Temi Ajibade awaits her first child.

Caramel Plug blasts Anita Joseph for replacing her face in viral AI-edited photos

Caramel Plug blasts Anita Joseph for replacing her face in viral AI-edited photos

Celebrities

3 months ago

Caramel Plug confronts Anita Joseph over edited birthday photos, sparking online debate about identity theft and poor judgement in Nigerian social media.

Court of Appeal throws out Mo Abudu's libel appeal against child rights advocate Oluyemisi Wada

Court of Appeal throws out Mo Abudu's libel appeal against child rights advocate Oluyemisi Wada

Celebrities

3 months ago

The Court of Appeal in Lagos upheld the dismissal of Mo Abudu's libel claims over a 2009 opinion piece, citing lack of evidence and public interest in the case.

"The signs were there": Old clip from Akin Olaiya's wedding stirs reactions amid marriage collapse

"The signs were there": Old clip from Akin Olaiya's wedding stirs reactions amid marriage collapse

Nollywood

4 months ago

A wedding video of Nafisat Hammed and actor Akin Olaiya resurfaces, sparking debate as viewers notice signs of distress amid joyous celebrations.

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