Rahaman Abiola

Education: B.A English and Literature (Obafemi Awolowo University), Media Innovation (School of Media and Communication, Pan Atlantic University (SMC-PAU) and the University of Johannesburg)

Experience: Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA, 2015), The Nation (Reporter, 2017), LEGIT.ng (Editor - Politics and Current Affairs; Head of Human Interest Desk; Editor-in-Chief), Internation News Media Association (INMA, Africa Board Member)

Awards: Mile Media Award (2021), Kwame Karikari Fellowship (2021), Distinguished Editorial Leadership (2023, 2024), MTN-MIP (2024)

Rahaman Abiola is a Nigerian journalist, editor, and media trainer with a decade of experience stranding diverse roles in both traditional and digital media. As the Editor-in-Chief of LEGIT.ng, he leads content direction with data-driven editorial practice, demonstrating a commitment to modern newsroom management and mentoring team(s) of professionals through audience-centric innovation. His work involves leveraging social media and emerging technologies towards impactful journalism, media innovation, etc. Contact via: rahaman.abiola@corp.legit.ng; +2348078943317.

1251 articles published since 28 Aug 2018

Author's articles

It's head master's office: Man shares pictures of dilapidated hut used as school; no chair & desk

It's head master's office: Man shares pictures of dilapidated hut used as school...

3 years ago

I've lost my dad, my mum is a poor widow: Donate to help Suliat Olayanju pay her school fees

I've lost my dad, my mum is a poor widow: Donate to help Suliat Olayanju pay her...

3 years ago

Nigerian graduate makes the country proud, becomes senior engineer at top US firm

Nigerian graduate makes the country proud, becomes senior engineer at top US fir...

3 years ago

Pastor Adeboye meets 15-year-old student who defeated UK, US pupils to emerge global maths champion

Pastor Adeboye meets 15-year-old student who defeated UK, US pupils to emerge gl...

3 years ago

I have God to thank: Boy who grew up in broken home graduates from university with first class

I have God to thank: Boy who grew up in broken home graduates from university wi...

3 years ago

Lady becomes best graduating student of her university with 6.9 of 7 CGPA; shares inspiring success story

Lady becomes best graduating student of her university with 6.9 of 7 CGPA; share...

4 years ago

BREAKING: NECO announces new date for 2020 SSCE, gives update on time table

BREAKING: NECO announces new date for 2020 SSCE, gives update on time table

In a statement, National Examinations Council (NECO) set another date for the commencement of its external 2020 Senior Schools Certificate Examinations (SSCE).

COVID-19: Uncertainty as FG told to postpone schools' resumption by 3 months, House kicks

COVID-19: Uncertainty as FG told to postpone schools' resumption by 3 months, House kicks

Julius Ihonvbere, chairman of the House committee on basic education, said the reopening will pose a threat to the fight against the second wave of COVID-19.

Good news as JAMB opens portal for admission, board speaks on sale of forms

Good news as JAMB opens portal for admission, board speaks on sale of forms

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board on Tuesday, January 5, said it has opened its portal for the shortlisted applicants for the 2020/2021 admission.

BREAKING: We'll storm the street - NANS issues threat as ASUU hints at new strike in February

BREAKING: We'll storm the street - NANS issues threat as ASUU hints at new strike in February

Speaking through its president Asefon, National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has threatened to embark on massive protest should ASUU resume strike.

Explainer: 4 real reasons ASUU suspended 10-month strike

Explainer: 4 real reasons ASUU suspended 10-month strike

The Academic Staff Union of the Universities (ASUU) has on Wednesday, December 23, suspended its strike action after ten months, opening doors for resumption.

NYSC reveals truth behind rising cases of COVID-19 in 37 camps

NYSC reveals truth behind rising cases of COVID-19 in 37 camps

Management of National Youths Service Corps (NYSC) on Sunday, November 29, said contrary to numerous media reports, there is no case of COVID-19 in its camps.

Setback hits resumption as FG makes U-turn, kicks against ASUU's condition for ending strike

Setback hits resumption as FG makes U-turn, kicks against ASUU's condition for ending strike

ASUU has been rebuked by the federal government as the Ministry of Education's spokesperson Ben Goong slammed the body for setting conditions for ending strike.

This is when we'll end strike - ASUU raises students' hope after agreement with FG

This is when we'll end strike - ASUU raises students' hope after agreement with FG

ASUU disclosed that UTAS, which is its home-grown payment system, is undergoing integrity test at NITDA, adding that it will end its strike after the process.

This is when ASUU will call-off strike - Good news emerges as body, FG finally agree

This is when ASUU will call-off strike - Good news emerges as body, FG finally agree

Emerging reports claim that ASUU may burry its hatchets and resume back to classes on Wednesday, October 21, after reaching agreement with federal government.

Rahaman Abiola