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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

678 articles published since 31 Jan 2025

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Traditionalist, cleric react as Anambra govt destroys Okija shrine of native doctor Akwa Okuko

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Traditionalist, cleric react as Anambra govt destroys Okija shrine of native doctor Akwa Okuko

Nigeria

3 months ago

Oluwadunsin Sanya joins the board of directors of Africa Destinations Celebrations Conference & Expo

Oluwadunsin Sanya joins the board of directors of Africa Destinations Celebrations Conference & Expo

Nigeria

3 months ago

Tunji Disu: can Nigeria’s police reform finally succeed under the new IGP?

Tunji Disu: can Nigeria’s police reform finally succeed under the new IGP?

Opinion

3 months ago

Escalating US-Iran conflict: Why it matters to Nigeria

Escalating US-Iran conflict: Why it matters to Nigeria

Opinion

3 months ago

Kwara insecurity: Residents reject conversion of NYSC facility to IDP camp for displaced Fulanis

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Kwara insecurity: Residents reject conversion of NYSC facility to IDP camp for displaced Fulanis

Nigeria

3 months ago

Exclusive: How father invaded Kwara public school, assaulted teacher over son’s punishment

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Exclusive: How father invaded Kwara public school, assaulted teacher over son’s punishment

Nigeria

3 months ago

Exclusive: NYSC member killed while praying in mosque during Ramadan attack in Kebbi, friends speak

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Exclusive: NYSC member killed while praying in mosque during Ramadan attack in Kebbi, friends speak

Nigeria

3 months ago

Friends of NYSC member Abubakar Sadiq recount his final days after he was killed during Ramadan prayers in a mosque attack in Dadinkowa, Kebbi state.

Nigeria’s trading ecosystem takes center stage as Traders Fair 2026 arrives in Lagos

Nigeria’s trading ecosystem takes center stage as Traders Fair 2026 arrives in Lagos

Money

3 months ago

Traders Fair 2026 has arrived in Lagos, showcasing Nigeria’s trading ecosystem and bringing together businesses, investors, and industry leaders.

2027: Stakeholder speaks on Obi Cubana's tie with APC and impact on brother's APGA political future

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2027: Stakeholder speaks on Obi Cubana's tie with APC and impact on brother's APGA political future

Politics

3 months ago

All Progressive Grand Alliance leaders in Idemili South insist loyalty matters as Ike Cubana declares 2027 House of Reps bid amid Obi Cubana APC link.

Has JAMB increased UTME fees for 2026? Board finally speaks on actual price

Has JAMB increased UTME fees for 2026? Board finally speaks on actual price

Education

3 months ago

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has clarified actual UTME 2026 registration costs and addressed widespread claims circulating social media.

Attack on Peter Obi, others: Anambra ex-ADC deputy gov candidate sends strong message to Tinubu

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Attack on Peter Obi, others: Anambra ex-ADC deputy gov candidate sends strong message to Tinubu

Politics

3 months ago

After Peter Obi was attacked in Edo, Anambra ex-ADC deputy candidate Ndubuisi Nwobu sent a message to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the political violence.

Onitsha traders send urgent message to Soludo over 10,000-shop demolition plan, propose options

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Onitsha traders send urgent message to Soludo over 10,000-shop demolition plan, propose options

Nigeria

3 months ago

Onitsha traders send urgent message to Governor Soludo, warning against 10,000-shop demolition and proposing alternative markets to protect livelihoods.

Insecurity disrupts Ramadan in Kwara as families avoid night mosque prayers over terror attacks

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Insecurity disrupts Ramadan in Kwara as families avoid night mosque prayers over terror attacks

Nigeria

4 months ago

Fear of terrorist attacks has forced families and residents in Kwara state to hold Ramadan night prayers at home instead of mosques, Legit.ng has gathered.

Students risk missing WAEC, NECO as schools shut down over rising insecurity in Kwara

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Students risk missing WAEC, NECO as schools shut down over rising insecurity in Kwara

Education

4 months ago

Thousands of Kwara state students risk missing WAEC and NECO as insecurity forces school closures. Residents speak to Legit.ng about community fears.

Tinubu addresses critics as defections to APC rise: "It's a good thing"

Tinubu addresses critics as defections to APC rise: "It's a good thing"

Politics

4 months ago

President Bola Tinubu has reacted to growing defections by opposition members. As he addressed critics, he stressed harmony amid Nigeria’s security challenges.

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