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.

1025 articles published since 28 Aug 2018

Author's articles

From abyss of shame to grace: How Lynda Iroegbu set up business for dejected mum of 5 on Val's Day

From abyss of shame to grace: How Lynda Iroegbu set up business for dejected mum of 5 on Val's Day

People

3 years ago

I didn't have any training in art: Nigerian law student who uses salt to make great portraits

I didn't have any training in art: Nigerian law student who uses salt to make great portraits

People

3 years ago

No country will be unhappy: Australia, other QUAD nations back India's position on Ukraine-Russia War

No country will be unhappy: Australia, other QUAD nations back India's position on Ukraine-Russia War

World

3 years ago

He threatened to kill me: Another victim of arrested BRT driver speaks, presents video evidence, others

He threatened to kill me: Another victim of arrested BRT driver speaks, presents video evidence, others

People

3 years ago

She must not die in vain: Outrage over death of young lady missing after boarding BRT

She must not die in vain: Outrage over death of young lady missing after boarding BRT

People

3 years ago

From Lagos Ghetto boy to literary diamond: Aremo Gemini is saving Africa’s culture with spoken words

From Lagos Ghetto boy to literary diamond: Aremo Gemini is saving Africa’s culture with spoken words

People

3 years ago

You have no stake: Management tells ex-governorship aspirant Gbadamosi amid controversy over Amen Estates

You have no stake: Management tells ex-governorship aspirant Gbadamosi amid controversy over Amen Estates

People

3 years ago

Babatunde Gbadamosi, a businessman and former governorship candidate in Lagos, has been told to desist from attaching himself to the management of Amen Estates.

They just want to drive Benz: Group stages walk, against money rituals and fraud; warns parents

They just want to drive Benz: Group stages walk, against money rituals and fraud; warns parents

People

3 years ago

The youth advocacy group warned parents to keep eyes on friends their wards are keeping amid disheartening interest rise in fraud and rituals among young ones.

Valentine: Spotlight on life and myth of Roman saint celebrated by lovers annually on February 14

Valentine: Spotlight on life and myth of Roman saint celebrated by lovers annually on February 14

Family and Relationships

3 years ago

A 3rd-century Roman saint highly respected in Western Christianity, Valentine was said to have been unjustly executed on February 14 around the year 270 A.D.

It's no longer possible: Afghan students in US fear home return under Taliban rules

It's no longer possible: Afghan students in US fear home return under Taliban rules

Asia

3 years ago

Afghan students who are in the US on scholarships including Fulbright are fearful of returning home as attacks on human rights escalate in the Asian country.

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

3 years ago

A missing C-46 transport aircraft used for the World War II (WW II) has been found in the Himalayas, a mountain range in Asia separating the plains of India.

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

3 years ago

Music journalist Emmanuel Daraloye explores the uniqueness of Adekunle Gold's voice and his journey to Africa's A-list in his new album "Catch Me If You Can."

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

3 years ago

a UK-based Nigerian lawyer Barrister Chuma Inoma has conferred on his wife a traditional title in Anambra state in recognition of her support and affection.

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

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

Opinion

3 years ago

Ibraheem Abdullateef wrote on the need for the two biggest political parties in the country - APC and PDP -to review nomination form fees for office-seekers.

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

3 years ago

In an interview with Legit.ng, Crescent University lecturer who is also a professional chef, Gafar Bamigbade, sheds light on his class-to-Owanbe experience.

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