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Rahaman Abiola

Education: B.A English and Literature (Obafemi Awolowo University), Media Innovation (School of Media and Communication, Pan Atlantic University (SMC-PAU) and the University of Johannesburg)

Experience: Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA, 2015), The Nation (Reporter, 2017), LEGIT.ng (Editor - Politics and Current Affairs; Head of Human Interest Desk; Editor-in-Chief), Internation News Media Association (INMA, Africa Board Member)

Awards: Mile Media Award (2021), Kwame Karikari Fellowship (2021), Distinguished Editorial Leadership (2023, 2024), MTN-MIP (2024)

Rahaman Abiola is a Nigerian journalist, editor, and media trainer with a decade of experience stranding diverse roles in both traditional and digital media. As the Editor-in-Chief of LEGIT.ng, he leads content direction with data-driven editorial practice, demonstrating a commitment to modern newsroom management and mentoring team(s) of professionals through audience-centric innovation. His work involves leveraging social media and emerging technologies towards impactful journalism, media innovation, etc. Contact via: rahaman.abiola@corp.legit.ng.

1014 articles published since 28 Aug 2018

Author's articles

Couple gets married 4 times, divorces thrice in 1 month to claim 32 days of paid leave

Couple gets married 4 times, divorces thrice in 1 month to claim 32 days of paid leave

People

5 years ago

Brilliant boy with 8As rejected and denied admission 3 times finally graduates; now a medical doctor

Brilliant boy with 8As rejected and denied admission 3 times finally graduates; now a medical doctor

People

5 years ago

From Uber driver to doctor: Man shares video of graduation; says he was denied admission by 25 medical schools

From Uber driver to doctor: Man shares video of graduation; says he was denied admission by 25 medical schools

Nigeria

5 years ago

Nigerian man and dancer friends wearing towels and dancing on street in Washington DC celebrated in US, others

Nigerian man and dancer friends wearing towels and dancing on street in Washington DC celebrated in US, others

People

5 years ago

Massive reactions as lovebirds who haven't met physically in years say their love is stronger than ever

Massive reactions as lovebirds who haven't met physically in years say their love is stronger than ever

Celebrities

5 years ago

Governor Abiodun rewards Nigerian student who defeated UK, US, Chinese pupils to emerge global maths champion

Governor Abiodun rewards Nigerian student who defeated UK, US, Chinese pupils to emerge global maths champion

People

5 years ago

It's ridiculous and disgraceful: Outrage over video of malnourished lions left for dead inside OAU zoo

It's ridiculous and disgraceful: Outrage over video of malnourished lions left for dead inside OAU zoo

Nigeria

5 years ago

Many Nigerians have been calling for the "release and rescue" of the malnourished lions from OAU zoo after their pictures were shared by a social media user.

I have God to thank: Boy who grew up in broken home graduates from university with first class

I have God to thank: Boy who grew up in broken home graduates from university with first class

Education

5 years ago

Justin Edie Ebulley graduated with a first class from KNUST. He studied BA in Religious Studies and served in some enviable leadership positions as a student.

Honest Bolt driver returns expensive iPhone 11 Pro Max left in his car by passenger; rejects compensation

Honest Bolt driver returns expensive iPhone 11 Pro Max left in his car by passenger; rejects compensation

Entertainment

5 years ago

Isaac Donkor's passenger left an iPhone 11 Pro Max in his car. Isaac willingly returned the expensive phone and refused to take any reward for the fuel he used.

Massive reactions over video of 8-Year-old girl mimicking mom working from home

Massive reactions over video of 8-Year-old girl mimicking mom working from home

People

5 years ago

Adelle was imitating how her mother juggled her job and parenting. Her mother, Colleen Chulis started working from home due to COVID-19, which led to lockdown.

7 impressive Guinness world records held by Queen Elizabeth II as she turns 95

7 impressive Guinness world records held by Queen Elizabeth II as she turns 95

People

5 years ago

Guinness World Records identified 95-year-old Queen Elizabeth II of England as a royal who holds the record of a leader heading most states simultaneously.

Family goal: Reactions as dad and son set up a dairy firm producing milk, yoghurt

Family goal: Reactions as dad and son set up a dairy firm producing milk, yoghurt

Nigeria

5 years ago

A South African man, Stephen, and his son, Nkosana Mtimkulu, recently made a very big money move and launched their very own successful dairy products business.

New beginnings and lots of blessings: Beautiful lady bags university degree; many celebrate her success

New beginnings and lots of blessings: Beautiful lady bags university degree; many celebrate her success

Nigeria

5 years ago

In a heartwarming post, a graduate proudly celebrates getting her engineering degree. She also takes some out to thank God and her parents for the achievement.

Student impresses social media with photos of king-sized hotel room university booked for him amid fire scare

Student impresses social media with photos of king-sized hotel room university booked for him amid fire scare

Nigeria

5 years ago

As the Cape Town fires continue to burn, the University of Cape Town has made the decision to book the students affected by the blaze into a really nice hotel.

When you marry, your husband will be sending you anyhow: Lady laments after 2 weeks in marriage

When you marry, your husband will be sending you anyhow: Lady laments after 2 weeks in marriage

People

5 years ago

Abena Moet said after being married for just over two weeks that it is nothing special. According to her, your husband just sends you anyhow. Many are reacting.

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