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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.

7141 articles published since 27 Apr 2023

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3 reasons APC could win Osun governorship election 2026

3 reasons APC could win Osun governorship election 2026

Politics

2 months ago

Osun election 2026: Adefila sends message to voters, security agencies ahead of high-stakes poll

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Osun election 2026: Adefila sends message to voters, security agencies ahead of high-stakes poll

Politics

2 months ago

Osun governorship election 2026: INEC begins distribution of election materials, video emerges

Osun governorship election 2026: INEC begins distribution of election materials, video emerges

Politics

2 months ago

2027 election: Atiku, Peter Obi consider path to single opposition candidate, details emerge

2027 election: Atiku, Peter Obi consider path to single opposition candidate, details emerge

Politics

2 months ago

Major loser predicted in Osun governorship election 2026

Major loser predicted in Osun governorship election 2026

Politics

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8 passports with visa-free access to more than 180 destinations worldwide

8 passports with visa-free access to more than 180 destinations worldwide

Europe

2 months ago

Breaking: Queen Goni Soba Sulu-Gambari of Ilorin is dead, “deeply saddened”

Breaking: Queen Goni Soba Sulu-Gambari of Ilorin is dead, “deeply saddened”

Nigeria

2 months ago

Queen Goni Soba Sulu-Gambari, the beloved wife of the revered 9th Emir of Ilorin, His Royal Highness Shehu Sulqornain bn Muhammad Laufe Dan Bawa, is dead.

"He's a boy that I brought up": Patience Jonathan's remarks about oil magnate go viral

"He's a boy that I brought up": Patience Jonathan's remarks about oil magnate go viral

Nigeria

2 months ago

Former First Lady Patience Jonathan has opened up on her role in mentoring oil magnate Azibapu Eruani, disclosing that she helped shape his business journey.

Indonesia announces plan to raise visa on arrival fees, new costs announced for 2026

Indonesia announces plan to raise visa on arrival fees, new costs announced for 2026

Asia

2 months ago

Indonesia is set to increase its visa on arrival fees in 2026, with new rates announced for travellers visiting the Asian country. Legit.ng has the details.

Osun governorship election 2026: Primate Ayodele releases prophecy on winner

Osun governorship election 2026: Primate Ayodele releases prophecy on winner

Politics

2 months ago

Primate Ayodele has released a fresh prophecy on the likely outcome of the 2026 Osun governorship election, offering insight into the race and potential winner.

Osun election 2026: Prophet releases prophecy on winner as APC, Accord contest for governorship

Osun election 2026: Prophet releases prophecy on winner as APC, Accord contest for governorship

Politics

2 months ago

Prominent dreadlocked cleric releases a prophecy on the 2026 Osun election, predicting the outcome as Ademola Adeleke, Bola Oyebamiji, and others prepare to contest.

Bride makes unforgettable wedding entrance riding cow to church, video goes viral

Bride makes unforgettable wedding entrance riding cow to church, video goes viral

Europe

2 months ago

A bride has caught global attention after riding a cow to her church wedding, with a video of her unusual entrance going viral on social media platforms.

Insecurity in Nigeria: Tragedy as nine bodies found on Niger road

Insecurity in Nigeria: Tragedy as nine bodies found on Niger road

Nigeria

2 months ago

Nine bodies have been discovered along a road in Niger State, igniting concern as authorities work to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths.

Full list: South Africa opens digital visa system to 4 countries

Full list: South Africa opens digital visa system to 4 countries

Africa

2 months ago

South Africa has expanded its digital visa system to four countries, making it easier for eligible travellers to apply for visas online. Legit.ng has the details.

UK spouse visa: 5 common reasons the Home Office refuses applications

UK spouse visa: 5 common reasons the Home Office refuses applications

Europe

2 months ago

UK spouse visa applications can be refused for several reasons. Here are five issues applicants should avoid, from financial evidence to relationship errors.

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