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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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APC faces fresh test as 2027 election tensions rise, party takes key action

APC faces fresh test as 2027 election tensions rise, party takes key action

Politics

a month ago

Tinubu announces appointment for APC's former vice presidential placeholder

Tinubu announces appointment for APC's former vice presidential placeholder

Politics

a month ago

Anambra 2026: Reactions as APGA secures all chairmanship, councillorship seats in LG election

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Anambra 2026: Reactions as APGA secures all chairmanship, councillorship seats in LG election

Politics

a month ago

2027 elections: Tinubu gives David Umahi fresh appointment in major move

2027 elections: Tinubu gives David Umahi fresh appointment in major move

Politics

a month ago

Just In: Tinubu told to shelve re-election bid, reason emerges

Just In: Tinubu told to shelve re-election bid, reason emerges

Politics

a month ago

Just In: “Great Islamic Scholar” Sheikh Usamat is dead, photo surfaces

Just In: “Great Islamic Scholar” Sheikh Usamat is dead, photo surfaces

Nigeria

a month ago

Study finds police corruption cutting public trust, intelligence sharing

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Study finds police corruption cutting public trust, intelligence sharing

Nigeria

a month ago

A new study has found that police corruption and unprofessional conduct are eroding public trust and discouraging Nigerians from sharing crime-related intelligence.

Just In: N-Power beneficiaries declare support for Atiku ahead of 2027 election

Just In: N-Power beneficiaries declare support for Atiku ahead of 2027 election

Politics

a month ago

Beneficiaries of the ruling APC administration’s N-Power scheme have endorsed ADC presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar ahead of the 2027 elections.

Breaking: Tinubu begins weekslong leave, destination disclosed

Breaking: Tinubu begins weekslong leave, destination disclosed

Politics

a month ago

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday, August 30, 2026, commenced a weeks-long leave, with his destination disclosed as he takes time away from official duties.

Tinubu gives new appointment to Chief of Staff Gbajabiamila

Tinubu gives new appointment to Chief of Staff Gbajabiamila

Politics

a month ago

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila a new role as the ruling APC intensifies preparations for the 2027 elections.

Tinubu makes major move, gives Vice President Shettima appointment

Tinubu makes major move, gives Vice President Shettima appointment

Politics

a month ago

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced a new appointment for Vice President Kashim Shettima as his administration makes another key political move.

Atiku vows $10bn startup fund for Nigerian youths, "from unemployment to productivity"

Atiku vows $10bn startup fund for Nigerian youths, "from unemployment to productivity"

Politics

a month ago

Opposition leader Atiku Abubakar pledges a $10 billion financing programme for Nigerian startups and entrepreneurs if elected president in the 2027 elections.

2027 election: ADC chieftain sends strong warning message to Atiku

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2027 election: ADC chieftain sends strong warning message to Atiku

Politics

a month ago

An ADC chieftain has issued a strong warning to former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar ahead of the 2027 elections. Legit.ng has the details.

2027 election: 'We need a voice that can interrogate policies at National Assembly,' group speaks

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2027 election: 'We need a voice that can interrogate policies at National Assembly,' group speaks

Politics

a month ago

Ahead of the 2027 elections, Concerned Ika Indigenes say Nigeria needs National Assembly members who can effectively scrutinise and interrogate government policies.

Tinubu gives fresh appointment to Deputy Senate President Jibrin

Tinubu gives fresh appointment to Deputy Senate President Jibrin

Politics

a month ago

President Bola Tinubu has announced a new appointment for Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin as his administration makes another key political move.

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