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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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Just In: Ekiti deputy governor votes, predicts winner of governorship election

Just In: Ekiti deputy governor votes, predicts winner of governorship election

Politics

a month ago

NANS sends message to federal government over NELFUND allowances of University of Ibadan students, others

NANS sends message to federal government over NELFUND allowances of University of Ibadan students, others

Education

a month ago

Breaking: Police speak as armed men attack Ekiti station

Breaking: Police speak as armed men attack Ekiti station

Politics

a month ago

Just In: Primate Ayodele releases prophecy for Ekiti Election 2026 as PDP, others tackle APC

Just In: Primate Ayodele releases prophecy for Ekiti Election 2026 as PDP, others tackle APC

Politics

a month ago

Ekiti 2026 election: ChatGPT picks winner of governorship poll

Ekiti 2026 election: ChatGPT picks winner of governorship poll

Politics

a month ago

Prominent Obidient dies as Peter Obi releases emotional statement, "sad news"

Prominent Obidient dies as Peter Obi releases emotional statement, "sad news"

Politics

a month ago

Grok AI predicts winner of Ekiti 2026 governorship election as APC, PDP, ADC battle for power

Grok AI predicts winner of Ekiti 2026 governorship election as APC, PDP, ADC battle for power

Politics

a month ago

Grok AI has predicted the likely winner of the 2026 Ekiti governorship election as the APC, PDP and ADC intensify their battle for control of the state.

"Deep Sadness": Dickson's key aide Tanko dies as Peter Obi, Kwankwaso mourn, photos emerge

"Deep Sadness": Dickson's key aide Tanko dies as Peter Obi, Kwankwaso mourn, photos emerge

Politics

a month ago

A key aide of NDC founder Seriake Dickson has died, prompting tributes and condolences from Peter Obi, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and other political figures.

APC's Tinubu or Labour Party? Governor Otti under fire over loyalty ahead of 2027 election

APC's Tinubu or Labour Party? Governor Otti under fire over loyalty ahead of 2027 election

Politics

a month ago

As his allegiance remains divided between President Bola Tinubu and the LP, Abia's opposition party has strongly tackled Alex Otti ahead of the 2027 election.

Tension as University of Ibadan student is abducted

Tension as University of Ibadan student is abducted

Nigeria

a month ago

Tension has risen following the reported abduction of a University of Ibadan (UI) student, with concerns now growing over the undergraduate's safety.

2027 election: Prominent African prophet releases direct prophecy on Peter Obi’s chances of becoming president

2027 election: Prominent African prophet releases direct prophecy on Peter Obi’s chances of becoming president

Politics

a month ago

A prominent African prophet has released a prophecy on opposition leader Peter Obi’s chances of becoming Nigeria's president. Legit.ng obtained the video.

3 factors that could cost APC victory in Ekiti governorship election

3 factors that could cost APC victory in Ekiti governorship election

Politics

a month ago

Legit.ng analyses three key factors that could affect the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC’s) chances of winning the 2026 Ekiti governorship election.

UNESCO opens top director role in Paris: Master’s degree, 15 years’ experience required

UNESCO opens top director role in Paris: Master’s degree, 15 years’ experience required

Europe

a month ago

UNESCO has opened applications for a prestigious D-1 Director of Budget Management position in Paris. Find out the eligibility requirements and how to apply.

EFCC grills prophet for alleged N70.3 million fraud in Enugu, shares photo

EFCC grills prophet for alleged N70.3 million fraud in Enugu, shares photo

Nigeria

a month ago

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has grilled Prophet Sunday Koboko over allegations of defrauding victims of N70.3 million in Enugu state.

President Tinubu told to resign, condition emerges

President Tinubu told to resign, condition emerges

Politics

a month ago

Calls emerged on Wednesday night, June 17, 2026, urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to resign, with critics outlining conditions tied to governance.

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