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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.

6415 articles published since 05 Dec 2017

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US Capitol goes into lockdown as pro-Trump protesters storm buildings during votes certification, vice president, lawmakers inside

US Capitol goes into lockdown as pro-Trump protesters storm buildings during votes certification, vice president, lawmakers inside

World

5 years ago

BREAKING: Panic in America as woman shot during invasion of US congress building by pro-Trump protesters dies

BREAKING: Panic in America as woman shot during invasion of US congress building by pro-Trump protesters dies

Politics

5 years ago

I will win US presidency if this person comes through for me - Trump reveals his last hope as Congress begins certification of Biden's victory

I will win US presidency if this person comes through for me - Trump reveals his last hope as Congress begins certification of Biden's victory

Politics

5 years ago

BuhariTrain: Nigerians patronise newly launched Lagos to Ibadan train service, share beautiful photos as they enjoy VIP treatments

BuhariTrain: Nigerians patronise newly launched Lagos to Ibadan train service, share beautiful photos as they enjoy VIP treatments

Nigeria

5 years ago

Is it really about 2023 presidency? - Atiku reveals the reason he sold his shares in INTELS, see whom he accused of destroying his business

Is it really about 2023 presidency? - Atiku reveals the reason he sold his shares in INTELS, see whom he accused of destroying his business

Nigeria

5 years ago

Prominent northern APC chieftain supports southwest for 2023 presidency, reveals the ideal candidate that will ensure party's victory

Prominent northern APC chieftain supports southwest for 2023 presidency, reveals the ideal candidate that will ensure party's victory

Politics

5 years ago

After 9-month-old strike, Nigerian university cancels academic session, announces fresh resumption date

After 9-month-old strike, Nigerian university cancels academic session, announces fresh resumption date

Education

5 years ago

The Senate of Bayero University Kano (BUK) has approved the cancellation of 2019-2020 academic sessions and approved the resumption dates for a new session.

Fresh trouble as report unveils US senators who have vowed to reject Biden's victory during final certification by Congress (Full List)

Fresh trouble as report unveils US senators who have vowed to reject Biden's victory during final certification by Congress (Full List)

Politics

5 years ago

As Democratic Party's candidate, Joe Biden, prepares to take over from President Trump, at least 12 Republican senators have vowed to object to his victory.

Nigerian governor "copies" Ngige, his new look scatters social media, some say they almost didn't recognise him again (photos)

Nigerian governor "copies" Ngige, his new look scatters social media, some say they almost didn't recognise him again (photos)

Politics

5 years ago

Governor Abiodun of Ogun has become a subjected of discussion on social media as he shares photos of his new look spotting white beard in a New Year message.

How PDP wasted billions of dollars on marabouts, clergies and traditional rulers - APC attacks opposition party for criticising Buhari

How PDP wasted billions of dollars on marabouts, clergies and traditional rulers - APC attacks opposition party for criticising Buhari

Politics

5 years ago

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has lambasted the main opposition party, Peoples Democratic Party for criticising the Buhari-led administration.

Full breakdown of Nigeria's current external debt (see how much is being owed World Bank, IMF, AfDB, 5 countries)

Full breakdown of Nigeria's current external debt (see how much is being owed World Bank, IMF, AfDB, 5 countries)

Business and Economy

5 years ago

Nigeria's external debt stock has hit $31.98 billion, according to a document by the Debt Management Office. The loans were obtained from IMF, AfDB and others.

FG, states’ budgets are way too small to address Nigerians' needs - Senior govt official admits, reveals solution

FG, states’ budgets are way too small to address Nigerians' needs - Senior govt official admits, reveals solution

Business and Economy

5 years ago

The DG of the Budget Office, Ben Akabueze, has advised the government at the federal, state and local government levels to adequately address Nigerians' needs.

Interfaith group says demonic spirits fighting against Nigeria, releases new year prophecies on Buhari, Boko Haram, others

Interfaith group says demonic spirits fighting against Nigeria, releases new year prophecies on Buhari, Boko Haram, others

Nigeria

5 years ago

The National Interfaith and Religious Organizations for Peace (NIFROP) has released prophecies on what will happen to Nigeria, Boko Haram and others in 2021.

This is the only place where people are safe in Borno state - Northern elder makes scary revelations, sends strong message to Buhari

This is the only place where people are safe in Borno state - Northern elder makes scary revelations, sends strong message to Buhari

Nigeria

5 years ago

Professor Khalifa Dikwa, the Dean of Borno Elders Forum, has said only Maiduguri, the Borno state capital, is safe from attacks from the Boko Haram insurgents.

Alleged forgery: Anxiety as forensic document examiner reveals 2 key errors in Obaseki's certificate

Alleged forgery: Anxiety as forensic document examiner reveals 2 key errors in Obaseki's certificate

Nigeria

5 years ago

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has finally closed its certificate forgery case against Governor Obaseki. The governor will open his defence on Tuesday.

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