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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.

6471 articles published since 27 Apr 2023

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Federal lawmaker reacts to allegation linking him to assassination of Osun Accord Party chieftain

Federal lawmaker reacts to allegation linking him to assassination of Osun Accord Party chieftain

Politics

a month ago

Breaking: Oyo govt declares curfew in 10 LGAs amid Oriire school abduction, full list emerges

Breaking: Oyo govt declares curfew in 10 LGAs amid Oriire school abduction, full list emerges

Nigeria

a month ago

First Bank MD receives live bullets at Lagos residence, "serious"

First Bank MD receives live bullets at Lagos residence, "serious"

Nigeria

a month ago

Breaking: Federal government gives Ofili major appointment, "historic"

Breaking: Federal government gives Ofili major appointment, "historic"

Nigeria

a month ago

Just In: APC chairman speaks on bringing PDP's Wike to ruling party ahead of 2027 election

Just In: APC chairman speaks on bringing PDP's Wike to ruling party ahead of 2027 election

Politics

a month ago

Nigeria’s President Tinubu speaks as Mastercard makes proposal to support 5 million businesses

Nigeria’s President Tinubu speaks as Mastercard makes proposal to support 5 million businesses

Nigeria

a month ago

Oyo police respond to fresh claims on abducted schoolchildren, teachers

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Oyo police respond to fresh claims on abducted schoolchildren, teachers

Nigeria

a month ago

Oyo police command on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, reacted to a viral claim regarding the alleged movement of abducted schoolchildren and teachers from the state.

List: 5 countries offering work visas with pathways to permanent residency in 2026

List: 5 countries offering work visas with pathways to permanent residency in 2026

Europe

a month ago

Amid the japa trend, discover five countries offering work visas with clear pathways to permanent residency in 2026, opening opportunities for professionals abroad.

Breaking: Tinubu appoints Ogundipe as NUC chairman, sets agenda for former UNILAG VC

Breaking: Tinubu appoints Ogundipe as NUC chairman, sets agenda for former UNILAG VC

Education

a month ago

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday, June 22, 2026, appointed Professor Oluwatoyin Temitayo Ogundipe as the new chairman of the NUC. Legit.ng has the details.

Andy Burnham sworn in as new MP after Starmer's resignation, video trends

Andy Burnham sworn in as new MP after Starmer's resignation, video trends

Europe

a month ago

Andy Burnham has been sworn in as a Member of Parliament following Keir Starmer’s resignation, marking a major shift in United Kingdom (UK) political leadership.

Peter Obi calls for resignation of Tinubu, gives reason

Peter Obi calls for resignation of Tinubu, gives reason

Politics

a month ago

The presidential candidate of the NDC, Peter Obi, on Monday, June 22, called for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s resignation. Legit.ng has the details.

Kano: New twist as Rarara accuses Kwankwaso of being responsible for Nigerians’ hardship

Kano: New twist as Rarara accuses Kwankwaso of being responsible for Nigerians’ hardship

Politics

a month ago

Singer and APC government supporter, Rarara, has accused former Kano state governor Rabiu Kwankwaso of being responsible for the economic hardship facing Nigerians.

Just In: Concerns as Lassa fever kills 214 in Nigeria

Just In: Concerns as Lassa fever kills 214 in Nigeria

Nigeria

a month ago

Lassa fever has sadly claimed the lives of over 200 people in Nigeria, with a fatality rate of 25%, iginiting concerns. The NCDC has now provided update.

Deaths recorded as bandits attack Sokoto community, details emerge

Deaths recorded as bandits attack Sokoto community, details emerge

Nigeria

a month ago

Several deaths have been recorded following a daredevil bandit attack in Sokoto. Details emerge on the incident, casualties, and security authorities' response.

2027 presidency: Prophet names candidate he says will win

2027 presidency: Prophet names candidate he says will win

Politics

a month ago

A prophet has released a prophecy on the 2027 election, predicting who INEC may declare winner among leading contenders, including President Tinubu and Peter Obi.

Ridwan Adeola Yusuf