Ridwan Kolawole

Education: Ridwan Kolawole holds PhD in Journalism/Media Studies from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria.

Experience: Ridwan has worked with several media organisations including Research Frontier (2019-2021) and OSBC (2010-2018).

Awards: A serial winner of the Next Generation Social Science in Africa programme Fellowship of the Social Science Research Council (SSRC, New York—2019, 2020 and 2022).

Oyo state's regional correspondent Ridwan Kolawole has over a decade of journalism practice, covering politics, crimes/conflict, education, and social issues. For passion and knowledge mobilisation, Ridwan practices journalism and teaches it at the University of Ibadan.

59 articles published since 24 Mar 2025

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ASUU awards 1.1m scholarships to students in Ibadan amid alleged maltreatment of members by Govt

Education

6 months ago

Tragedy in Oyo as popular radio presenter loses life on damaged Ibadan road

Nigeria

6 months ago

Royal drummers march to Ladoja’s residence as palace confirms Olubadan's passing

Nigeria

7 months ago

“We slept outside”: Corps members share strange experiences at Oyo orientation camp

Nigeria

7 months ago

"We were deceived": Man petitions EFCC, CBN over alleged COVID-19 loan reportedly disguised as grant

Nigeria

7 months ago

Death threat in Oyo: IBEDC officials flee, leave Ibadan communities in darkness

Nigeria

7 months ago

Jedidah Temitope: Meet University of Ibadan's literary prodigy, "let's discover passion"

Education

7 months ago

A literary prodigy at the University of Ibadan, Jedidah Temitope, has explained that learning goes beyond the classroom. Temitope spoke exclusivey to Legit.ng.

After Obaro Ikime, University of Ibadan’s first faculty elects another historian as Dean

Education

8 months ago

Professor Rasheed Olaniyi has been elected as the new Dean of the Faculty of Arts at the University of Ibadan. He pledges academic growth and inclusive leadership.

WAEC exam leaked to students days before scheduled date, experts weigh in

Education

8 months ago

WAEC 2025 May/June exams marred by mass question leaks, late-night sittings, and rising safety concerns as stakeholders demand urgent education reforms

MSSN UI honours 400 first-class students at grand award ceremony

Education

8 months ago

The MSSN UI honours 400 first-class students, awards cash prizes, with Olowu of Owu advocating mentorship & financial support for academic success.

“Phenomenal Job": Gbajabiamila’s praise for Adeleke sparks war of words between APC and PDP in Osun

Politics

8 months ago

Chief of Staff Gbajabiamila’s praise for Osun Governor Adeleke ignites controversy as APC rejects the commendation, as political analysts call focus on governance.

'Double Wahala': Oyo residents groan as infrastructure deficit persists in Ibadan communities

Nigeria

8 months ago

Ajibode, Laniba, and Lakoto residents lament terrible roads and power outages, urge Oyo State Government to address worsening infrastructure crisis.

Oyo: Bodija residents president speaks as govt approves ₦4.5 Billion for explosion victims

Nigeria

8 months ago

Oyo approves ₦4.5bn relief for Bodija explosion victims after months of delay; residents cautiously welcome move, demand justice and transparency.

Osun LG: APC, PDP bicker on status quo as PDP sends notable message to presidency

Nigeria

8 months ago

Osun APC, PDP clash over LG chairmen’s status after Appeal Court ruling; parties disagree on reinstatement as political tension escalates in the state.

Just In: Multiple fire incidents destroy properties worth millions in Oyo

Nigeria

9 months ago

Multiple fire incidents in Oyo state, including in Ibadan and Ogbomoso, have caused millions in property damage, with quick response from fire services.

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