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.

78 articles published since 24 Mar 2025

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

Nigeria

a year ago

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

Nigeria

a year ago

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

Nigeria

a year ago

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

Nigeria

a year ago

Blame governors, not Tinubu — APC leader tells Nigerians amid economic woes

Nigeria

a year ago

Oyo judicial staff salary reduction: NBA kicks, sends key message to Gov Makinde

Nigeria

a year ago

Oyo Governor Makinde shares how he became employer of labour in his 20s

Nigeria

a year ago

Oyo Governor Makinde urges youth to embrace entrepreneurship, education, and productivity at 2025 Youth Summit, highlighting empowerment and innovation.

"Magical": UI undergraduate emerges world's best veterinary student, speaks on feat

Education

a year ago

University of Ibadan's Saheed Ahmed wins the World Veterinary Association award as the best global vet student. He spoke with Legit.ng in an exclusive interview.

Drama as Osun man arrested for stealing cooking pot, "I needed money for my baby's naming ceremony"

Nigeria

a year ago

Osun Amotekun parades repeat offender, others for theft and robbery in Osogbo; improved intelligence and public support aiding crime control in the state.

Oyo govt confirms Legit.ng's report on planned demolition, gives reason

Nigeria

a year ago

The Oyo state government has defended its heavily protested order given to owners of structures marked for demolition to vacate the buildings while they still can.

Demolition: Oyo govt gives 7-day ultimatum to IITA, FRCN, banks, filling stations, others

Nigeria

a year ago

Oyo Govt orders IITA, FRCN, others to vacate Ojoo-Akinyele properties, citing FG road notice; residents protest alleged misuse and fear business losses.

Mixed reactions trail Oyo TESCOM's handling of new teachers

Education

a year ago

TESCOM teachers in Oyo face salary delays months after resumption. Payment glitches, bank issues, and growing discontent threaten education sector harmony.

Royal tussle in Oyo as controversy trails appointment of monarch, family sends message to Makinde

Nigeria

a year ago

A fresh royal crisis has hit Sepeteri town in Oyo state as family alleges fraud in the selection of a new Obalufon. Kingmakers were reportedly replaced.

"26% of people in active labour force in Nigeria live above poverty line,' world bank country director shares

Nigeria

a year ago

Only 26% of Nigerians have stable jobs, says World Bank. Agricultural transformation & policy reforms key to poverty reduction. Nigeria's GDP grows to 3.84%

“Oracle didn’t pick their candidate”: Governor Makinde taunts lobbyists at 46th Alaafin’s coronation

Nigeria

a year ago

Oyo Governor Makinde affirmed due process in Alaafin's selection, backed Oba Owoade, urged unity, and promoted Oyo's cultural, historical significance.

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