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.

1034 articles published since 28 Aug 2018

Author's articles

He wouldn't have become president - Atiku's ex-aide slams Buhari for showing ingratitude

He wouldn't have become president - Atiku's ex-aide slams Buhari for showing ingratitude

Politics

4 years ago

JUST IN: Lagos announces crucial update on schools' resumption for second, third term

JUST IN: Lagos announces crucial update on schools' resumption for second, third term

Nigeria

4 years ago

INEC lists 5 challenges that will affect free & fair 2023 general elections

INEC lists 5 challenges that will affect free & fair 2023 general elections

Nigeria

4 years ago

2023: This is our position on Tinubu, Fayemi, others succeeding Buhari - Prominent northern forum

2023: This is our position on Tinubu, Fayemi, others succeeding Buhari - Prominent northern forum

Politics

4 years ago

NIN: Stress-free steps to download NIMC mobile app, print national identity card online (photo)

NIN: Stress-free steps to download NIMC mobile app, print national identity card online (photo)

Politics

4 years ago

2023: Hopes dashed for Tinubu as APC chieftain names serving governor who'll succeed Buhari

2023: Hopes dashed for Tinubu as APC chieftain names serving governor who'll succeed Buhari

Nigeria

4 years ago

2023: Fear grips APC, PDP as governors, stakeholders "fight" on imposing Buhari's successor

2023: Fear grips APC, PDP as governors, stakeholders "fight" on imposing Buhari's successor

Politics

4 years ago

The Nigerian governors, their predecessors and other top party stakeholders are buckling their shoes on party control ahead of the 2023 presidential election.

2023 presidency: 4 Yoruba men likely to take President Buhari's seat

2023 presidency: 4 Yoruba men likely to take President Buhari's seat

Politics

4 years ago

The conversation on the 2023 presidency is intensifying with APC national leader Bola Tinubu and governor of Ekiti state Kayode Fayemi taking the front seat.

Breaking: FG announces NIN enrolment centres for diplomats residing in Nigeria

Breaking: FG announces NIN enrolment centres for diplomats residing in Nigeria

Nigeria

4 years ago

In a statement by his aide on information technology, Femi Adeluyi, communication minister Isa Pantami centres have been created or diplomat to enrol for NIN.

Insecurity: A whole military base captured by terrorists - Fayose knocks Buhari govt, service chiefs

Insecurity: A whole military base captured by terrorists - Fayose knocks Buhari govt, service chiefs

Politics

4 years ago

The former Ekiti state governor, Ayodele Peter Fayose, on Saturday, January 16, stated that President Muhammadu Buhari lacked the capacity to rule Nigeria.

BREAKING: Tears as Nigeria's former minister and Third Republic senator Kuye dies

BREAKING: Tears as Nigeria's former minister and Third Republic senator Kuye dies

Nigeria

4 years ago

Alhaji Jubil Martin-Kuye, Nigerian former minister of commerce and industry, has reportedly passed away at the age of 78 on Sunday, January 17, in his hometown.

BREAKING: Lagos announces resumption date for civil servants working from home

BREAKING: Lagos announces resumption date for civil servants working from home

Politics

4 years ago

In a statement by the head of service, Hakeem Muri-Okunola, the public workers have been directed to resume on Monday, February 1, instead of on January 18.

Insecurity: These are Nigerians prolonging wars against Boko Haram in north - Presidency

Insecurity: These are Nigerians prolonging wars against Boko Haram in north - Presidency

Politics

4 years ago

In a piece "The Decent for the Indecent, the Just for the Unjust" Adesina urged Nigerians to pray for the end to insecurity as they pray for material things.

JUST IN: Why you must change Buratai, others service chiefs now - Wike tells Buhari (photos)

JUST IN: Why you must change Buratai, others service chiefs now - Wike tells Buhari (photos)

Nigeria

4 years ago

Speaking during the ceremony organised to mark the 2021 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, Governor Nyesom Wike urged the federal government to sack service chiefs.

Breaking: Anxiety as LASU management shuts school after students contracted COVID-19

Breaking: Anxiety as LASU management shuts school after students contracted COVID-19

Politics

4 years ago

The media coordinator of Centre for Information Press and Public Relations, Ademola Adekoya, announced that 3 students of LASUCOM tested positive for COVId-19.

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