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Segun Adeyemi

Education: ND Mass Communication Rufus Giwa Polytechnic (2012-2014), BA Mass Communication, Adekunle Ajasin University (2016-2018)

Experience: Metro/Judicial Reporter, Daily Trust (2014-2016), Writer, Economic Confidential (2016-2019), Judicial reporter, Daily Nigerian (2017-2019), Managing Editor, News Digest (2019-2022).

Awards: Co-convener Campus Journalism Awards (2018), Certified digital journalist at Reuters and AFP

Segun Adeyemi is a journalist with over 9 years of experience as an active field reporter, editor, and editorial manager. He has had stints with Daily Trust newspaper, Daily Nigerian, and News Digest. He currently works as an editor for Legit.ng's current affairs and politics desk. He holds a degree in Mass Communication (Adekunle Ajasin University). He is a certified digital reporter by Reuters, AFP and the co-convener of the annual campus journalism awards. Email: segun.adeyemi@corp.legit.ng.

4328 articles published since 03 Mar 2022

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Senagal election: Jubilation as 44-year-old opposition leader, Faye leads presidential race

Senagal election: Jubilation as 44-year-old opposition leader, Faye leads presidential race

Africa

2 years ago

APC Thugs Assault PDP Forensic Examiners at INEC HQ, Disrupt Inspection of BVAS Machines

APC Thugs Assault PDP Forensic Examiners at INEC HQ, Disrupt Inspection of BVAS Machines

Nigeria

2 years ago

APC Edo State Chairman Jarret Tenebe Accused of Leading Invasion of PDP Secretariat

APC Edo State Chairman Jarret Tenebe Accused of Leading Invasion of PDP Secretariat

Politics

2 years ago

Edo 2024: Police gives fresh update on abducted PDP chairman

Edo 2024: Police gives fresh update on abducted PDP chairman

Politics

2 years ago

Did Bauch govt earmark N5bn for foodstuff, refreshment amid economic hardship? Details emerge

Did Bauch govt earmark N5bn for foodstuff, refreshment amid economic hardship? Details emerge

Nigeria

2 years ago

Kaduna: 137 schoolchildren were released from captivity, 287 reported false, says Gov Uba

Kaduna: 137 schoolchildren were released from captivity, 287 reported false, says Gov Uba

Nigeria

2 years ago

Edo 2024: Fresh crisis loom in Labour Party as Obidients reject Akpata's candidacy

Edo 2024: Fresh crisis loom in Labour Party as Obidients reject Akpata's candidacy

Politics

2 years ago

The Edo Obidient Movement has declared its withdrawal from the Labour Party (LP) and has separated itself from the party's nominee, Olumide Akpata.

"That's his lifestyle": Tanko reacts to Obi's iftar feast with Muslims tagged political stunt

"That's his lifestyle": Tanko reacts to Obi's iftar feast with Muslims tagged political stunt

Nigeria

2 years ago

Yunusa Tanko, the spokesperson for LP presidential campaign council, has backed Peter Obi for participating in the Ramadan fast-breaking meal with Muslims.

Insecurity: CDS Musa meets Wike, foreign affairs minister, details emerge

Insecurity: CDS Musa meets Wike, foreign affairs minister, details emerge

Nigeria

2 years ago

Gen Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), has moved forward to work with essential government organizations to address the nation's security challenges

2027: Why Obi, El-Rufai will work for Tinubu's re-election, Adayanju reveals

2027: Why Obi, El-Rufai will work for Tinubu's re-election, Adayanju reveals

Politics

2 years ago

Human rights advocate Deji Adeyanju expressed that Peter Obi, emblematic of the Labour Party, and Nasir El-Rufain from the APC, serve as political diversions.

2027 presidency: Fresh details emerge in Peter Obi's alleged plot to exit Labour Party

2027 presidency: Fresh details emerge in Peter Obi's alleged plot to exit Labour Party

Politics

2 years ago

Yunusa Tanko, the representative of the Labour Party presidential campaign council, confirmed that Peter Obi has no plans to depart from the party.

Influential PDP governor explains why he can't fight Tinubu

Influential PDP governor explains why he can't fight Tinubu

Politics

2 years ago

Governor Umo Emo of PDP in Akwa Ibom State has announced his intention to steer clear of any political clash with President Bola Tinubu of the APC.

Did Chris Oyakhilome raise 50 people from the dead? Fresh fact emerges

Did Chris Oyakhilome raise 50 people from the dead? Fresh fact emerges

Nigeria

2 years ago

The leader of Christ Embassy Church, Chris Oyakhilome, has ignited debate with his recent remarks, generating significant attention on social media platforms.

Bashir El-Rufai slams Bwala over claim of his father, Peter Obi's plot against Tinubu

Bashir El-Rufai slams Bwala over claim of his father, Peter Obi's plot against Tinubu

Politics

2 years ago

Bashir El-Rufai has responded to Daniel Bwala's assertion that his father and Labour Party bannerman Peter Obi were plotting to work against President Bola Tinubu.

Governor Yusuf unimpressed with Ramadan meals served at public centres, video trends

Governor Yusuf unimpressed with Ramadan meals served at public centres, video trends

Nigeria

2 years ago

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has expressed dissatisfaction with the food quality in the ongoing Ramadan feeding program in Kano City.

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