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

Joe Biden appoints another Nigerian into his White House cabinet (photo)

Joe Biden appoints another Nigerian into his White House cabinet (photo)

World

4 years ago

COVID-19: Edo govt gives update on schools' reopening, announces new guidelines for worship centres, others

COVID-19: Edo govt gives update on schools' reopening, announces new guidelines for worship centres, others

Nigeria

4 years ago

Changing the narratives: Meet 3 Nigerians in Joe Biden's cabinet (photos)

Changing the narratives: Meet 3 Nigerians in Joe Biden's cabinet (photos)

US

4 years ago

Good news as JAMB opens portal for admission, board speaks on sale of forms

Good news as JAMB opens portal for admission, board speaks on sale of forms

Education

4 years ago

Sanwo-Olu, Orji Kalu, Tinubu, 7 other politicians to watch in 2021 (here are reasons)

Sanwo-Olu, Orji Kalu, Tinubu, 7 other politicians to watch in 2021 (here are reasons)

Nigeria

4 years ago

Kukah: 4 things presidency said about cleric being threatened to leave Sokoto

Kukah: 4 things presidency said about cleric being threatened to leave Sokoto

Politics

4 years ago

Bishop Kukah: This is our position - Northern elders react to Garba Shehu's statement

Bishop Kukah: This is our position - Northern elders react to Garba Shehu's statement

Nigeria

4 years ago

Speaking on Arise TV's Morning Show on Thursday, January 14, the Northern Elders Forum (NEF) spokesperson Hakeem Baba-Ahmed warned against religious violence.

Donald Trump: 4 American presidents who faced impeachment, 1 resigned

Donald Trump: 4 American presidents who faced impeachment, 1 resigned

World

4 years ago

With Donald Trump's impeachment by the United States House of Representatives, he becomes the fourth president of the country to have ever faced such action.

"Trash and cheap blackmail", Anambra denies report of COVID-19 spreading at govt house

"Trash and cheap blackmail", Anambra denies report of COVID-19 spreading at govt house

Nigeria

4 years ago

Governor Willie Obiano's CoS, Primus Odili, has denied the report of COVID-19 spreading at the government house and assured that his principal "is 100% fine."

Ohanaeze mourns death of Senator Onyeabo Obi, Ndubuisi Kanu (photo)

Ohanaeze mourns death of Senator Onyeabo Obi, Ndubuisi Kanu (photo)

Nigeria

4 years ago

In a statement by its publicity secretary Chiedozie Ogbonnia, Ohanaeze said it was shocked by the death of Senator Onyeabo and former governor Ndubuisi Kanu.

NIN: FG given fresh ultimatum on enrolment as NIMC staff threaten strike again

NIN: FG given fresh ultimatum on enrolment as NIMC staff threaten strike again

Business and Economy

4 years ago

Speaking on Channels TV, Asekokhai Lucky, the chairman of Association of Senior Civil Servants of Nigeria (ASCSN), said NIMC may reembark on strike action.

Wike: PDP governor finally addresses rumoured defection to APC (photos)

Wike: PDP governor finally addresses rumoured defection to APC (photos)

Nigeria

4 years ago

Speaking during the inauguration of Rumuekini/Aluu Road crossing Obio/Akpor and Ikwerre local government areas, Nyesom Wike said he is not leaving PDP for APC.

What do they want to do to him? CAN kicks as Muslim group asks Kukah to "leave"

What do they want to do to him? CAN kicks as Muslim group asks Kukah to "leave"

Nigeria

4 years ago

CAN maintained that Bishop Mathew Kukah spoke within his rights as Muslim Solidarity Forum (MSF) asked the Sokoto Bishop to leave the caliphate over statement.

FULL LIST: Nigeria police announces redeployment to 9 commands as states get new CPs

FULL LIST: Nigeria police announces redeployment to 9 commands as states get new CPs

Politics

4 years ago

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) under the leadership and command of IGP Mohammed Adamu has Wednesday, January 13, announced the redeployment of some officers.

House finally passes resolution to remove Trump for fanning "flames of violence"

House finally passes resolution to remove Trump for fanning "flames of violence"

US

4 years ago

The members of the House, during a sitting on Tuesday, January 12, passed a resolution seeking the removal of President Donald Trump under the 25th Amendment.

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