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Ridwan Adeola Yusuf

Education: Higher National Diploma in Mass Communication, The Polytechnic Ibadan (2014), Journalism Clinic’s Fix The Leak masterclass (2021), Google Digital Skills from Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Fact-Checking Researcher, Africa Check (2020-2021); Acting Editor of AllNews Nigeria (2020); Editor, Politics Nigeria (2021-2023); Current Affairs/Politics Editor at Legit.ng (2023-present)

Awards: Video Short Feature category (Africa ranking) AIPS awards (2020), Legit.ng's Rookie Reporter of the Year (2023), Legit.ng's Journalist of the Year (2024 & 2025), Legit.ng’s Current Affairs/Politics Editor of the Year (2024)

Ridwan Adeola Yusuf is a content writer with more than nine years of experience, He is also a Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng. He holds a Higher National Diploma in Mass Communication from the Polytechnic Ibadan, Oyo State (2014). Ridwan previously worked at Africa Check, contributing to fact-checking research works within the organisation. He is an active member of the Academic Excellence Initiative (AEI). In March 2024, Ridwan completed the full Google News Initiative Lab workshop and his effort was recognised with a Certificate of Completion. Email: ridwan.adeola@corp.legit.ng.

7115 articles published since 27 Apr 2023

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2027 WAEC, NECO, JAMB exams: Federal government discloses new plan for results

2027 WAEC, NECO, JAMB exams: Federal government discloses new plan for results

Education

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2027 election: Accord leaders send message to Adeleke over Tinubu support, "grave danger"

2027 election: Accord leaders send message to Adeleke over Tinubu support, "grave danger"

Politics

3 hours ago

Just In: Atiku launches portal for Nigerians ahead of 2027 election

Just In: Atiku launches portal for Nigerians ahead of 2027 election

Politics

3 hours ago

New twist as NDC accuses INEC of planning to use AI to rig 2027 elections

New twist as NDC accuses INEC of planning to use AI to rig 2027 elections

Politics

4 hours ago

2027 election: Shettima slams Atiku at APC campaign council inauguration, video trends

2027 election: Shettima slams Atiku at APC campaign council inauguration, video trends

Politics

5 hours ago

2027 election: Prominent candidate projected to exit presidential race

2027 election: Prominent candidate projected to exit presidential race

Politics

6 hours ago

Insecurity in Nigeria: Several soldiers feared killed as terrorists hit Borno military post

Insecurity in Nigeria: Several soldiers feared killed as terrorists hit Borno military post

Nigeria

7 hours ago

Suspected Boko Haram insurgents attacked a military post in Mairari, Borno State, triggering a gunfight, as reports of soldier casualties remain unverified.

10 best countries for caregivers to work abroad in 2026, salaries and visa options

10 best countries for caregivers to work abroad in 2026, salaries and visa options

Europe

14 hours ago

Explore 10 countries offering caregiver jobs abroad in 2026, with details on salaries, demand for workers, visa requirements and permanent residency opportunities.

Top 10 most powerful passports in 2026 as UAE takes number one spot

Top 10 most powerful passports in 2026 as UAE takes number one spot

Asia

15 hours ago

Discover the top 10 most powerful passports in 2026 as the United Arab Emirates (UAE) takes the top spot. See which countries lead the global passport ranking.

2027: APC chieftain explains why Tinubu deserves re-election

2027: APC chieftain explains why Tinubu deserves re-election

Nigeria

17 hours ago

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia state has highlighted President Bola Tinubu's achievements that position him for victory in the 2027 election.

Oyo state govt finally launches Education Sector Plan after Legit.ng’s special reports

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Oyo state govt finally launches Education Sector Plan after Legit.ng’s special reports

Education

20 hours ago

Oyo launches its Education Sector Plan following advocacy and Legit.ng’s special reports on girls’ education, gender inequalities and gaps in education budgeting.

2027 election: Adeleke dances at Tinubu, APC campaign council inauguration, video trends

2027 election: Adeleke dances at Tinubu, APC campaign council inauguration, video trends

Politics

20 hours ago

Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke dances at the inauguration of the APC Presidential Campaign Council in Abuja as Tinubu prepares for the 2027 election.

2027 election: ‘Why I am supporting Tinubu,’ Accord Party’s Adeleke speaks out

2027 election: ‘Why I am supporting Tinubu,’ Accord Party’s Adeleke speaks out

Politics

21 hours ago

Accord Party’s Adeleke has declared support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, explaining why he believes the president deserves a second term.

US explains why Nigerian, other visa applicants cannot get refunds after rejection

US explains why Nigerian, other visa applicants cannot get refunds after rejection

US

22 hours ago

The United States, led by Donald Trump, has issued a public message addressing a major misconception about visa application fees. Legit.ng has the details.

2027 election: Atiku reacts to Tinubu's revised APC campaign council list

2027 election: Atiku reacts to Tinubu's revised APC campaign council list

Politics

22 hours ago

Ahead of the 2027 elections in Nigeria, opposition leader Atiku Abubakar has reacted to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s revised APC campaign council.

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