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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

818 articles published since 31 Jan 2025

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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

4 months ago

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

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

Nigeria

4 months ago

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

4 months ago

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

Exclusive

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

Nigeria

4 months ago

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 months ago

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 months ago

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 months 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 months ago

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

NDC primaries: Why Peter Obi and Kwankwaso should not be blamed

NDC primaries: Why Peter Obi and Kwankwaso should not be blamed

Opinion

4 months ago

Post-NDC primaries, aspirants blame Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso. Leadership expert Kalu Okoronkwo examines the real accountability in party dynamics.

University of Lagos issues important notice on 2026/2027 post-UTME screening exercise

University of Lagos issues important notice on 2026/2027 post-UTME screening exercise

Education

4 months ago

UNILAG begins Post-UTME registration for 2026/2027 session on June 15. Eligible candidates must meet strict criteria, including a UTME score of 200 or above.

EFCC drags native doctor, wife to court over alleged N1.1bn contract scam

EFCC drags native doctor, wife to court over alleged N1.1bn contract scam

Nigeria

4 months ago

A husband and wife face six charges of fraud over N1 billion in Ado-Ekiti, stemming from a deception involving a road construction contract with DESOPADEC.

UTME candidates cry out as JAMB excludes them from mop-up exam: “This is my last hope”

UTME candidates cry out as JAMB excludes them from mop-up exam: “This is my last hope”

Education

4 months ago

Candidates express frustration over being excluded from the 2026 Mop-Up UTME despite reporting technical glitches during the initial JAMB examinations.

Aiyedatiwa and the ‘accidental governor’ narrative in Ondo politics

Aiyedatiwa and the ‘accidental governor’ narrative in Ondo politics

Opinion

4 months ago

Temidayo Akinsuyi analyses Ondo politics, focusing on Aiyedatiwa’s governance perception, internal tensions, and Akeredolu’s lasting political influence.

Prominent bishop speaks out after Soludo arrested 8 pastors over alleged fake miracles

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Prominent bishop speaks out after Soludo arrested 8 pastors over alleged fake miracles

Nigeria

4 months ago

Archbishop Emma David Okaforagu praises Governor Soludo's crackdown on 8 pastors accused of fake miracles, He urged scrutiny of religious practices in Anambra.

Oriire abductions: The dangerous new frontier in Nigeria’s security crisis

Oriire abductions: The dangerous new frontier in Nigeria’s security crisis

Opinion

4 months ago

In an opinion piece, analyst Oluwafemi Popoola assesses the Oriire abductions and the implications for Nigeria’s security crisis and counterterrorism response.

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