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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

662 articles published since 31 Jan 2025

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ASUU sets four-day deadline for FG to pay newly approved lecturer salaries

ASUU sets four-day deadline for FG to pay newly approved lecturer salaries

Education

2 months ago

Bishop Oyedepo makes powerful declaration as Global Impact Church founder Yemi Davids turns 50

Bishop Oyedepo makes powerful declaration as Global Impact Church founder Yemi Davids turns 50

Nigeria

2 months ago

‘Calling you ‘Kabiesi’ attracts great punishment in Islam,’ prominent cleric tells Yoruba rulers

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‘Calling you ‘Kabiesi’ attracts great punishment in Islam,’ prominent cleric tells Yoruba rulers

Nigeria

2 months ago

Tension as residents flee after fresh massacre threat in Kwara community, "police told us the truth"

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Tension as residents flee after fresh massacre threat in Kwara community, "police told us the truth"

Nigeria

2 months ago

People react as police arrest woman who lures Okada riders to robbers’ hideouts in Anambra

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People react as police arrest woman who lures Okada riders to robbers’ hideouts in Anambra

Nigeria

2 months ago

'Save Nigerians': Expert sends urgent message to Tinubu over Hormuz "water war"

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'Save Nigerians': Expert sends urgent message to Tinubu over Hormuz "water war"

Nigeria

2 months ago

Insecurity: Adamawa govt reacts as Lamurde crisis escalates

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Insecurity: Adamawa govt reacts as Lamurde crisis escalates

Nigeria

2 months ago

Adamawa government has reacted to the escalating Lamurde communal crisis, with Commissioner Iliya James assuring full security for affected communities.

Violent clash erupts as Fulani youths fight over girlfriend, several injured

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Violent clash erupts as Fulani youths fight over girlfriend, several injured

Nigeria

2 months ago

Legit.ng reports that a dispute over a girlfriend triggered a violent fight among Fulani youths at Kwara Mall, leaving multiple injured and residents shaken.

Electricity consumers take stand over epileptic power supply, send strong message to Anambra DisCo

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Electricity consumers take stand over epileptic power supply, send strong message to Anambra DisCo

Nigeria

2 months ago

Anambra electricity consumers urge First Power to install prepaid meters, ending exploitation from estimated billing during a consultative forum in Awka.

Students cry out as hostel fee jumps from N15,000 to N60,000 at Modibbo Adama University

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Students cry out as hostel fee jumps from N15,000 to N60,000 at Modibbo Adama University

Education

2 months ago

Hostel fee increase from N15,000 to N60,000 at MAU Yola leaves students struggling financially and mentally, Legit.ng reports student complaints.

Thousands storm University of Ibadan for massive Eid celebration after Ramadan

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Thousands storm University of Ibadan for massive Eid celebration after Ramadan

Nigeria

2 months ago

Over 5,000 Muslims celebrated the end of Ramadan at the 9th Ibadan Eidfest with family-friendly activities, which fostered community bonding and joy after fasting.

Young widow shares traumatising account as she loses house, savings to in-laws after husband dies

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Young widow shares traumatising account as she loses house, savings to in-laws after husband dies

Nigeria

2 months ago

Young widow Yachem Chama has shared how she lost her house and savings to in-laws after her husband died in Adamawa state, leaving her emotionally traumatised.

Top Hausa leader speaks on US‑Iran war as fuel price rises to "N1,400", sends message to Tinubu

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Top Hausa leader speaks on US‑Iran war as fuel price rises to "N1,400", sends message to Tinubu

Nigeria

2 months ago

A prominent Hausa leader has urged global dialogue for peace amid rising fuel prices in Nigeria. He appealed to President Tinubu for economic relief.

US‑Iran war: Again, Nigerians face economic shocks without government buffer

US‑Iran war: Again, Nigerians face economic shocks without government buffer

Opinion

2 months ago

As economic shocks from the US‑Iran war hit Nigeria, Opatola Victor of Lawyers for Civil Liberties points how it leaves Nigerians vulnerable with no state cushion

Survivor speaks as terrorists invade ECWA Church in Kwara, "started running in different directions"

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Survivor speaks as terrorists invade ECWA Church in Kwara, "started running in different directions"

Nigeria

2 months ago

A survivor has detailed the harrowing moments when suspected terrorists attacked an ECWA Church in Omugo, Kwara, and abducted several worshippers.

Ololade Olatimehin