Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Education: Biomedical Engineering, First Technical University, Ibadan (2024); FIJ Social Justice Training (2023); Google Digital Skills from Google News Initiative (2024).

Experience: Founder and Editor-in-Chief, campus journalism outfit (2019); Writer at Legit News (2019-present); Contributor at Sportskeeda (UK) and Motherly (US).

Awards: Ranked 9th best young writer in Africa by AIPS (2023); Coauthor of Julie, or Sylvia.

Ibrahim Sofiyullaha is a graduate of First Technical University, Ibadan. He was the founder and pioneer Editor-in-Chief of a fast-rising campus journalism outfit at his university. Ibrahim is a coauthor of the book Julie, or Sylvia, written in collaboration with two prominent Western authors. He was ranked as the 9th best young writer in Africa by the International Sports Press Association. Ibrahim has contributed insightful articles for major platforms, including Sportskeeda in the UK and Motherly in the United States. Email: ibrahim.sofiyullaha@corp.legit.ng

1584 articles published since 30 Nov 2023

Author's articles

Food vendor’s son who failed WAEC and UTME several times graduates with first class

Food vendor’s son who failed WAEC and UTME several times graduates with first cl...

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Firewood seller’s son who wrote UTME five times emerges best graduating student at Oyo varsity

Firewood seller’s son who wrote UTME five times emerges best graduating student...

21 hours ago

Data price hike in Nigeria sparks anger in top Kwara university

Data price hike in Nigeria sparks anger in top Kwara university

2 days ago

Kwara: After Legit.ng's report, Tinubu's govt considers construction of flyover at Oko-Olowo Ilorin

Kwara: After Legit.ng's report, Tinubu's govt considers construction of flyover...

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"Finally Free": Jubilant Niger citizens speak as Hausa replaces French as official language

"Finally Free": Jubilant Niger citizens speak as Hausa replaces French as offici...

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Kwara: Police react as suspected Ilorin cultists launch deadly attack on UCL match viewers

Kwara: Police react as suspected Ilorin cultists launch deadly attack on UCL mat...

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"My wife left me because of hunger": Man cries out after surviving deadly attack from hoodlums

"My wife left me because of hunger": Man cries out after surviving deadly attack from hoodlums

Adamawa vigilante attacked by hoodlums while rescuing friend, spends ₦1m on treatment, loses wife to hunger as attacker gets bail over drunken plea.

Nigeria is collapsing - Peter Obi sounds concerning alarm

Nigeria is collapsing - Peter Obi sounds concerning alarm

Peter Obi has alarmingly warned that Nigeria is collapsing. He urged Labour Party unity, and demands competent, loyal candidates ahead of future elections.

Fani-Kayode's church appearance sparks mixed reactions online

Fani-Kayode's church appearance sparks mixed reactions online

Ex-minister Femi Fani-Kayode sparks debate after preaching at Abuja church. Netizens recall his past criticism of pastors as video of his sermon goes viral.

Tinubu asked to intervene as Rivers sole administrator appoints LGA heads

Tinubu asked to intervene as Rivers sole administrator appoints LGA heads

Rivers crisis escalates as CDW slams LGA appointments, urges Tinubu and lawmakers to reverse Ibok-Ete Ibas' move, citing court violation and illegality.

Plateau killings: IGP directs deputy to lead operation to apprehend attackers and restore normalcy

Plateau killings: IGP directs deputy to lead operation to apprehend attackers and restore normalcy

Nigeria Police deploys tactical units to Plateau State after deadly Bokkos attacks; IGP vows swift action, DIG Yakubu leads mission to restore peace.

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

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

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

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

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

Kwara APC woman leader accuses commissioner of harassment over empowerment gift

Kwara APC woman leader accuses commissioner of harassment over empowerment gift

Kwara APC woman leader alleges harassment by Youth Commissioner over Mustapha’s empowerment, sparking tension in party amid deepening internal rift.

Oyo illegal mining: Rights lawyer accuses government of abetting atrocity, details emerge

Oyo illegal mining: Rights lawyer accuses government of abetting atrocity, details emerge

Oyo community battles illegal mining as firm operates for 25+ years without valid CDA or EIA. Rights lawyer calls out FG complicity, demands accountability.

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