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Nurudeen Lawal

Education: Bachelor of Arts Literature-in-English, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife (2012). Google News Initiative (GNI) News Lab: Advanced digital reporting, Experimenting with New Formats, Fighting Misinformation (2024)

Experience: Saraba Magazine (Social Media Intern, 2015), Content Editor/Strategist, Lantern Books (2015-2017), Dubawa fact-checking fellow (2020), Solutions Journalism fellow (2022), Oxford Climate Journalism Network (2025)

Awards: Best Head of Desk of the Year (Legit.ng 2024), Political Desk Head of the Year (Nigeria Media Nite-Out Award 2023), Top Politics and Current Affairs editor (Legit.ng)

Nurudeen Lawal is an AFP-certified journalist with a wealth of experience spanning over 8 years. He received his B/Arts degree in Literature in English from OAU. Lawal is the Head of the Politics/CA Desk at Legit.ng. He previously worked at Lantern Books and Saraba Magazine. Lawal was named the Political Desk Head of the Year (Nigeria Media Nite-Out Award 2023). Lawal is a member of the Oxford Climate Journalism Network. He is also a certified fact-checker (Dubawa fellowship, 2020). Contact him at lawal.nurudeen@corp.legit.ng or +2348054399455.

5786 articles published since 05 Dec 2017

Author's articles

Bauchi 2027: Why Bala Wunti is a top contender, political analyst explains

Bauchi 2027: Why Bala Wunti is a top contender, political analyst explains

Politics

2 months ago

Tinubu’s ambassadorial postings: Reps deputy spokesperson says Jimoh Ibrahim is a global asset to UN

Tinubu’s ambassadorial postings: Reps deputy spokesperson says Jimoh Ibrahim is a global asset to UN

Nigeria

2 months ago

Kwara 2027: Prominent governorship aspirant steps down, backs Kwara Central, gives reason

Kwara 2027: Prominent governorship aspirant steps down, backs Kwara Central, gives reason

Politics

2 months ago

2027 elections: Atiku slams Tinubu, "rice, spaghetti can’t save you"

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2027 elections: Atiku slams Tinubu, "rice, spaghetti can’t save you"

Politics

2 months ago

Live Updates: US-Israel war: Iran's intelligence chief killed in Israeli strike on Tehran

Live

Live Updates: US-Israel war: Iran's intelligence chief killed in Israeli strike on Tehran

Asia

2 months ago

Easter 2026: Kwara CAN holds special prayer for Senator Saliu Mustapha, others

Easter 2026: Kwara CAN holds special prayer for Senator Saliu Mustapha, others

Nigeria

2 months ago

Groups react to Tinubu's appointment of Jimoh Ibrahim as UN envoy

Groups react to Tinubu's appointment of Jimoh Ibrahim as UN envoy

Nigeria

2 months ago

A coalition of civil society groups backs President Tinubu's appointment of Dr Jimoh Ibrahim as UN representative, citing his competence and diplomatic experience.

Tinubu, Fubara endorsed for 2nd term ahead of 2027 elections

Tinubu, Fubara endorsed for 2nd term ahead of 2027 elections

Politics

2 months ago

President Tinubu and Rivers Governor Fubara secure endorsements for the 2027 elections, highlighting economic reforms and development achievements by the APC Forum.

Wike's controversial remarks: Pressure mounts on FCT Minister to apologise to Seun Okinbaloye

Wike's controversial remarks: Pressure mounts on FCT Minister to apologise to Seun Okinbaloye

Nigeria

2 months ago

Glide Media Foundation demands an apology from FCT Minister Wike for threatening remarks against journalist Okinbaloye, raising concern for press freedom in Nigeria.

Billionaire businessman Mike Ikoku addresses 2027 political speculations, empowers 1000 Imolites

Billionaire businessman Mike Ikoku addresses 2027 political speculations, empowers 1000 Imolites

Nigeria

2 months ago

Billionaire philanthropist Mike Ikoku denies 2027 election bid, celebrates Easter with empowerment event for over 1,000 in Imo, praising Gov Uzodinma’s initiatives.

Kwara guber 2027: Nigerian senator Saliu Mustapha gets ₦100m donation to buy APC nomination form

Kwara guber 2027: Nigerian senator Saliu Mustapha gets ₦100m donation to buy APC nomination form

Politics

2 months ago

Young entrepreneurs in Kwara pledge ₦100 million for Senator Saliu Mustapha’s APC gubernatorial nomination, citing his unwavering support for the business community.

2027: After INEC's action, ADC coalition leaders weighing APP, NDC as Plan B, set to meet after Easter

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2027: After INEC's action, ADC coalition leaders weighing APP, NDC as Plan B, set to meet after Easter

Politics

2 months ago

ADC leaders explore new party options after INEC’s derecognition of David Mark's leadership, contemplating strategies to navigate looming election challenges in 2027

Nigerians urged to expose corruption as group moves to protect whistleblowers, announces competition

Nigerians urged to expose corruption as group moves to protect whistleblowers, announces competition

Nigeria

2 months ago

Nigerians are urged to combat corruption through whistleblowing in a new initiative highlighting youth creativity and protection in the fight against graft.

Plateau killing: Tinubu commended for visiting victims in Jos

Plateau killing: Tinubu commended for visiting victims in Jos

Nigeria

2 months ago

President Tinubu's visit to Plateau state victims receives praise from the MBPF, who condemn recent killings and urge improved military-police collaboration.

Ex-power minister discloses what Nigerian govt must do to achieve stable power supply: “I'm hopeful"

Ex-power minister discloses what Nigerian govt must do to achieve stable power supply: “I'm hopeful"

Nigeria

2 months ago

Former Minister Jedy-Agba highlights leadership and mentorship as crucial for Nigeria's development, advocating for reforms to ensure stable electricity.

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