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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.

7139 articles published since 27 Apr 2023

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Primate Ayodele sends Tinubu fresh warning ahead of 2027 Election, "nobody will be saved"

Primate Ayodele sends Tinubu fresh warning ahead of 2027 Election, "nobody will be saved"

Politics

a month ago

Visa-free travel could be part of Canada-EU talks, Carney opens up

Visa-free travel could be part of Canada-EU talks, Carney opens up

World

a month ago

South Africa announces fresh public holiday, President Ramaphosa speaks

South Africa announces fresh public holiday, President Ramaphosa speaks

Africa

a month ago

Will US arrest Tinubu over FBI records? Former Texas mayor wades in

Will US arrest Tinubu over FBI records? Former Texas mayor wades in

Politics

a month ago

2027 election: Top candidate tipped to win 19 northern states as Peter Obi, Tinubu, Atiku slug it out

2027 election: Top candidate tipped to win 19 northern states as Peter Obi, Tinubu, Atiku slug it out

Politics

a month ago

26 states face severe thunderstorms within hours as NiMet issues weather Alert, full list emerges

26 states face severe thunderstorms within hours as NiMet issues weather Alert, full list emerges

Nigeria

a month ago

'A priest with distinction': Soludo sends message to Awka Catholic bishop

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'A priest with distinction': Soludo sends message to Awka Catholic bishop

Nigeria

a month ago

Anambra Governor Chukwuma Soludo celebrates Awka Catholic Bishop Paulinus Ezeokafor on his 74th birthday and praises his 42 years of priestly service.

Jonathan's ex-appointee announces who will be president ahead of 2027 election, 'mobilising for him'

Jonathan's ex-appointee announces who will be president ahead of 2027 election, 'mobilising for him'

Politics

a month ago

Reno Omokri on Sunday, September 13, announced who will be Nigeria's president in 2027 as the opposition targets President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's coveted seat.

'Not our member,’ Drama as LP disowns Arabambi over suit seeking release of Peter Obi’s academic records

'Not our member,’ Drama as LP disowns Arabambi over suit seeking release of Peter Obi’s academic records

Politics

a month ago

The Labour Party (LP) has slammed Abayomi Arabambi over a suit seeking the release of NDC's Peter Obi’s academic records ahead of the 2027 elections.

JAMB changes 2027 UTME arrival time for candidates

JAMB changes 2027 UTME arrival time for candidates

Education

a month ago

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) on Monday changed the arrival time for candidates sitting the first session of the 2027 UTME.

Has Nnamdi Kanu been released from Sokoto prison? Fact emerges

Has Nnamdi Kanu been released from Sokoto prison? Fact emerges

Nigeria

a month ago

Fresh online posts have sparked questions over Nnamdi Okwu Kanu’s status in Sokoto prison and whether the detained IPOB leader has been released.

Insecurity in Nigeria: Concerns as bandits attack Oyo security base

Insecurity in Nigeria: Concerns as bandits attack Oyo security base

Politics

a month ago

Fresh concerns have emerged in Oyo state as terrorists attack a security base, raising fears over the disturbing insecurity in southwestern Nigeria.

APC governor declares public holiday, reason emerges

APC governor declares public holiday, reason emerges

Politics

a month ago

A governor in the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has declared a new public holiday, with the reason and date of the work-free day now unveiled.

UK visa rule change causes 95% drop in dental nurse sponsorship grants

UK visa rule change causes 95% drop in dental nurse sponsorship grants

Europe

a month ago

The United Kingdom’s (UK) Skilled Worker visa rule changes have led to a 95 per cent drop in sponsorship grants for dental nurses, new figures reveal.

2027 election: 600 northern lecturers endorse Tinubu, 'not a blank cheque'

2027 election: 600 northern lecturers endorse Tinubu, 'not a blank cheque'

Politics

a month ago

About 600 northern lecturers have endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the 2027 general elections, but explained that their support is not a blank cheque.

Ridwan Adeola Yusuf