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Ololade Olatimehin

Education: BSc Mass Communication (Public Relations and Advertising), University of Lagos (2015); Confucius Institute: Mandarin/Chinese Language - HSK Level 3 (2019); MSc Mass Communication (2026), NOUN.

Experience: Lagos Traffic Radio (News Intern, 2013); Content Writer, Living Hope Magazine / Managing Editor Giantability Media Network (2018); Politics Writer, Information Nigeria (2022); Communications Lead, Justbranch Cakes & More ( 2024)

Awards: Editorial Excellence (Legit.ng, 2025)

Olatimehin Ololade is a seasoned communications expert with over 7 years of experience, skilled in content creation, team leadership, and strategic communications, with a proven track record of success in driving engagement and growth. Spearheaded editorial operations, earning two promotions within 2 years (Giantability Media Network). Currently an Editorial Assistant at Legit.ng. She holds a B.Sc. and an M.Sc. in Mass Communication from UNILAG and NOUN, respectively. Contact me at Olatimehin.ololade@corp.legit.ng

630 articles published since 31 Jan 2025

Author's articles

NDC under pressure as group issues ultimatum over long-delayed primary results

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NDC under pressure as group issues ultimatum over long-delayed primary results

Politics

2 days ago

LASU announces key leadership changes as council reappoints registrar, picks new bursar

LASU announces key leadership changes as council reappoints registrar, picks new bursar

Education

2 days ago

Xenophobia: Nigerians are coming home, but who helps them rebuild their lives?

Xenophobia: Nigerians are coming home, but who helps them rebuild their lives?

Opinion

2 days ago

Tinubu sends strong message to young Nigerians: “Stay in Nigeria, don’t abandon ship”

Tinubu sends strong message to young Nigerians: “Stay in Nigeria, don’t abandon ship”

Nigeria

2 days ago

June 12: Tinubu confers national honours on 50 Nigerians; full list emerges

June 12: Tinubu confers national honours on 50 Nigerians; full list emerges

Nigeria

2 days ago

Xenophobia: Nigerian returnees recount South Africa ordeal: “No place like home”

Xenophobia: Nigerian returnees recount South Africa ordeal: “No place like home”

Nigeria

3 days ago

UK fines Cambridge English £875,000 over IELTS marking errors that affected 62,000 candidates.

UK fines Cambridge English £875,000 over IELTS marking errors that affected 62,000 candidates.

Europe

3 days ago

UK fines Cambridge English £875,000 after errors in IELTS computer-marking miscalculated results for 62,794 candidates, impacting vital visa and education decisions.

Nigerian Navy begins HND admission for 2026/2027 session, releases full requirements and fees

Nigerian Navy begins HND admission for 2026/2027 session, releases full requirements and fees

Nigeria

3 days ago

Nigerian Navy opens admission for 2026/2027 HND programmes in Abia. Qualifications include WAEC, NECO, NABTEB credits and an ND with work experience. Apply online.

Jega, Gambari, top Nigerian elders sound warning: “Nigeria at dangerous crossroads”

Jega, Gambari, top Nigerian elders sound warning: “Nigeria at dangerous crossroads”

Nigeria

3 days ago

Jega, Gambari and other Nigerian elders warn that rising insecurity, weak institutions and election concerns are pushing Nigeria into a dangerous phase.

Weather advisory: Rain to drench many Nigerian states as NiMet issues Thursday forecast

Weather advisory: Rain to drench many Nigerian states as NiMet issues Thursday forecast

Nigeria

3 days ago

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) issues Thursday weather alert predicting rain and storms across northern, central, and southern Nigeria.

Bandits storm Kogi school, kill vice principal, attempt to abduct WAEC candidates

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Bandits storm Kogi school, kill vice principal, attempt to abduct WAEC candidates

Nigeria

4 days ago

Armed bandits invaded Iluke Bunu, Kogi state, killing a vice principal and two others while targeting WASSCE students. Residents flee amid escalating security fears.

FG issues new guidelines after ban on ‘Dr’ title for honorary degree holders

FG issues new guidelines after ban on ‘Dr’ title for honorary degree holders

Education

4 days ago

The Federal Ministry of Education has announced new guidelines to regulate honorary doctorates in Nigeria, in a bid to curb abuse and restore academic credibility.

UN Secretary-General race: Full list of women competing to lead the United Nations

UN Secretary-General race: Full list of women competing to lead the United Nations

Europe

4 days ago

Three women emerge as key contenders for UN Secretary-General, presenting diverging visions for reform as the Security Council debates leadership and representation.

Tragic multi-vehicle collision claims driver’s life on busy Lagos expressway

Tragic multi-vehicle collision claims driver’s life on busy Lagos expressway

Nigeria

4 days ago

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has confirmed a deadly crash involving a Toyota Tundra and a mini (korope) bus that killed a driver instantly.

Severe weather alert: NiMet predicts heavy rain, thunderstorms across Nigeria, lists affected states

Severe weather alert: NiMet predicts heavy rain, thunderstorms across Nigeria, lists affected states

Nigeria

4 days ago

NiMet warns of thunderstorms and heavy rainfall across Nigeria, with risks of flooding and strong winds. Residents should prepare for severe weather conditions.

Ololade Olatimehin