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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

It was never heard from again: Missing World War II aircraft found after 77 years, it crashed in 1945

It was never heard from again: Missing World War II aircraft found after 77 years, it crashed in 1945

Asia

4 years ago

Adekunle Gold affirms status as one of Africa's most innovative artists in "Catch Me If You Can"

Adekunle Gold affirms status as one of Africa's most innovative artists in "Catch Me If You Can"

Opinion

4 years ago

She's my biggest support: Man says as he honours wife with traditional title in Anambra in colourful event

She's my biggest support: Man says as he honours wife with traditional title in Anambra in colourful event

Family and Relationships

4 years ago

2023: Memo to APC, PDP on youths inclusion By Ibraheem Abdullateef

2023: Memo to APC, PDP on youths inclusion By Ibraheem Abdullateef

Opinion

4 years ago

From classroom to Owanbe: Meet university lecturer who is also a chef: "cooking is an imprint"

From classroom to Owanbe: Meet university lecturer who is also a chef: "cooking is an imprint"

People

4 years ago

University graduate & team invent cooker that uses only solar energy & can last 25 years

University graduate & team invent cooker that uses only solar energy & can last 25 years

People

4 years ago

Forgotten heroes: Woman cleaning streets receives tons of praise and heartfelt gratitude

Forgotten heroes: Woman cleaning streets receives tons of praise and heartfelt gratitude

People

4 years ago

An unknown woman was photographed cleaning the streets by a social media user who gave thanks to her and to the local and national government. Peeps stan them.

Man uses quiz to propose to girlfriend in viral clip, renders her speechless

Man uses quiz to propose to girlfriend in viral clip, renders her speechless

Wedding

4 years ago

Online users were pleasantly surprised after a man used a general knowledge quiz game to propose to his girlfriend. The clip has garnered massive attention.

Young Dubai immigrant celebrates purchasing his own apartment after moving and working there

Young Dubai immigrant celebrates purchasing his own apartment after moving and working there

People

4 years ago

An elated young man has recently taken to his Twitter timeline to share that he has been able to purchase a house 2 years after moving from Africa to Dubai.

Talented designer turns old storey building into colorful mansion; shares 4 powerful photos

Talented designer turns old storey building into colorful mansion; shares 4 powerful photos

People

4 years ago

Femarc is a young man with Twitter handle @FemarcOfficial. The painter/designer was able to transform an old building into a beautiful mansion. Photos shared.

How investment in agriculture can generate $813bn in revenues by 2030, Report

How investment in agriculture can generate $813bn in revenues by 2030, Report

World

4 years ago

A report by Aspire Impact, believed to have been written by leading agritech experts, submitted that agriculture can provide strong solution to food insecurity.

I wish my daddy was here: 74-yr-old woman who spent 27 years in jail for crime she didn't commit freed

I wish my daddy was here: 74-yr-old woman who spent 27 years in jail for crime she didn't commit freed

People

4 years ago

Joyce Watkins, 74, was jailed in 1987 alongside her then-boyfriend Charlie Dunn for the murder of her great-niece. They were acquitted, but he died in prison.

Adeife Adebiyi: Nigerian lady helping women to fight excess weight gain with natural solution

Adeife Adebiyi: Nigerian lady helping women to fight excess weight gain with natural solution

People

4 years ago

Adeife Adebiyi, better known by her pseudonym Sisi Bella, is a young Nigerian lady who has been helping women to fight excess weight gain across the world.

Taliban takeover: How over 6,400 journalists in Afghanistan lost their jobs - Report shows

Taliban takeover: How over 6,400 journalists in Afghanistan lost their jobs - Report shows

Asia

4 years ago

Over 231 media organisations have shut down in Afghanistan, with not less than 6,400 Afgan journalists losing their jobs since the Taliban took over government.

Career hero: Company rewards lady who helped her friend get a job she didn't apply for

Career hero: Company rewards lady who helped her friend get a job she didn't apply for

People

4 years ago

Fuzu said it will celebrate both ladies with a free spa session and lunch for 2, plus 6 months of free access to the career-building tools on their website.

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