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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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Media house, others affected as 2-hour rainstorm wreaks havoc in Ibadan, photos emerge

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Media house, others affected as 2-hour rainstorm wreaks havoc in Ibadan, photos emerge

Nigeria

3 months ago

Oyo police react as man alleges killing 32 people in viral video

Oyo police react as man alleges killing 32 people in viral video

Nigeria

3 months ago

Anambra community finally crowns Igwe after 12-year kingship controversy, stakeholders react

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Anambra community finally crowns Igwe after 12-year kingship controversy, stakeholders react

Nigeria

3 months ago

Drama as head of US counterterrorism quits over Iran war

Drama as head of US counterterrorism quits over Iran war

US

3 months ago

Oyo 2027: Will the persistent blackouts haunt Adelabu’s dreams?

Oyo 2027: Will the persistent blackouts haunt Adelabu’s dreams?

Opinion

3 months ago

Surge in terror across Nigeria and a silent ally: Where is the US partnership?

Surge in terror across Nigeria and a silent ally: Where is the US partnership?

Opinion

3 months ago

Northern governor gifts 17 SUVs to traditional rulers for his birthday as pupils learn in mud huts

Northern governor gifts 17 SUVs to traditional rulers for his birthday as pupils learn in mud huts

Education

3 months ago

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau state has marked his 61st birthday by gifting 17 Exeed VX SUVs to chiefs, while pupils rely on mud classrooms for learning.

Decoding the strategic signal in Borno’s clustered attacks

Decoding the strategic signal in Borno’s clustered attacks

Opinion

3 months ago

In understanding Borno’s evolving insurgency, analyst Lekan Olayiwola details the attacks, Lake Chad’s geography, and how militants test state responses.

Video shows aftermath of deadly Maiduguri blasts as casualties mount

Video shows aftermath of deadly Maiduguri blasts as casualties mount

Nigeria

3 months ago

Fresh footage shows the aftermath of deadly explosions in Maiduguri, including devastation at Monday Market and UMTH, as officials probe links to Boko Haram.

Trump cries out as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz to US, Israel, and allies

Trump cries out as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz to US, Israel, and allies

US

3 months ago

United States President Donald Trump has urged seven countries to send warships as Iran blocks the Strait of Hormuz for the US, Israel, and their allies.

Passengers injured as Kaduna–Abuja train collides, NRC reacts

Passengers injured as Kaduna–Abuja train collides, NRC reacts

Nigeria

3 months ago

Passengers travelling from Kaduna to Abuja faced disruptions after a train incident on March 16, which caused a collision and injuries. The NRC explained the cause.

Families of 176 kidnapped Kwara residents lament silence from Boko Haram, govt: “We're losing hope"

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Families of 176 kidnapped Kwara residents lament silence from Boko Haram, govt: “We're losing hope"

Nigeria

3 months ago

Families of 176 kidnapped Kwara state residents speak to Legit.ng, saying “We’re losing hope” as Boko Haram and the government remain silent weeks after abduction.

Boko Haram launches fresh midnight attack on military outpost in Borno

Boko Haram launches fresh midnight attack on military outpost in Borno

Nigeria

3 months ago

Boko Haram launched a fresh midnight attack on a military post near Maiduguri, Borno, forcing a security response from troops, police, and air units, police said.

2027 elections: Full list of electoral offences and what Nigerians can be fined or jailed for

2027 elections: Full list of electoral offences and what Nigerians can be fined or jailed for

Politics

3 months ago

Ahead of the 2027 elections, Legit.ng outlines penalties for electoral offences, covering voters, political officials, candidates, and observers in Nigeria.

Israel-Iran war: List of safest countries in the world

Israel-Iran war: List of safest countries in the world

Asia

3 months ago

Amid the Israel‑Iran war, Legit.ng has disclosed the 10 safest countries that remain most secure based on the Global Peace Index indicators and global security data.

Ololade Olatimehin