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

Whip alert: Young lady proudly buys herself a brand new car; explains how it "ha...

3 years ago

Honest employee finds N16m hidden in donated sweaters, returns money to owner; gifted N349k reward

Honest employee finds N16m hidden in donated sweaters, returns money to owner; g...

3 years ago

Meet 5 incredible women who are shaping the future of African space exploration; Nigerian takes lead

Meet 5 incredible women who are shaping the future of African space exploration;...

4 years ago

Incredible: Woman transforms Louis Vuitton shopping bag into stunning handbag; many react

Incredible: Woman transforms Louis Vuitton shopping bag into stunning handbag; m...

4 years ago

Emotional reunion as hospital finally releases 2 babies detained after mum went home over unpaid N13m bills

Emotional reunion as hospital finally releases 2 babies detained after mum went...

4 years ago

"She was never ready": Girl taking selfie in zoo gets interrupted by curious lion; video causes reactions

"She was never ready": Girl taking selfie in zoo gets interrupted by curious lio...

4 years ago

Grass to grace: Man who slept on bare floor graduates; shares picture as his story inspires many

Grass to grace: Man who slept on bare floor graduates; shares picture as his story inspires many

A young man recently left locals feeling all sorts of inspired after he headed online to share a post about his very poor living conditions before he graduated.

Benin Bronze: Joy as Britain Set to Return Nigeria's Historical Sculpture after being Stolen 120 Years Ago

Benin Bronze: Joy as Britain Set to Return Nigeria's Historical Sculpture after being Stolen 120 Years Ago

Benin Bronze will be returned to Nigeria in weeks time after being blatantly looted by British soldiers alongside some historical artifacts over 120 years ago.

How I Proved People Who Doubted Me Wrong - Nigerian Lady Doing Furniture, Carpentry Work Like Men

How I Proved People Who Doubted Me Wrong - Nigerian Lady Doing Furniture, Carpentry Work Like Men

Okoronkwo Chikaodiri is a national diploma owner who is making waves in men-dominated furniture and carpentry work in Delta. She exclusively spoke to Legit.ng.

Kind police officer helps candidate to take care of her baby while she sits for exam; his gesture warms hearts

Kind police officer helps candidate to take care of her baby while she sits for exam; his gesture warms hearts

A Kenyan police officer has warmed hearts after he was spotted helping a Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) female candidate take care of her baby.

Dedicated teacher takes his 28 pupils on zoo trip via Zoom; people hail him as video hits million views

Dedicated teacher takes his 28 pupils on zoo trip via Zoom; people hail him as video hits million views

Garett Talcott, a 31-year-old kindergarten teacher from the US, has become an overnight sensation after he was seen taking pupils on a field trip virtually.

Gloom to glamour: Bride stranded on her wedding by flood gets help from helicopter firm; airlifted to church

Gloom to glamour: Bride stranded on her wedding by flood gets help from helicopter firm; airlifted to church

Kate Fotheringham's wedding was almost messed when she woke up to a flooded road, but her tweet caught the attention of Affinity Helicopters who airlifted her.

People arrested for flouting COVID-19 sweep streets, market and collect garbage; pictures go viral

People arrested for flouting COVID-19 sweep streets, market and collect garbage; pictures go viral

The Nairobi Metropolitan Services (NMS) said the individuals were picked from various joints and taken to Kilimani Police Station where they were detained.

"God is Good": Lady Celebrates Getting Car and Home in the Same Year, Pictures Cause Stir

"God is Good": Lady Celebrates Getting Car and Home in the Same Year, Pictures Cause Stir

A lady with a very positive outlook recently headed online to spread some feel-good positivity on her timeline after she got a new car and home in the same year

Translator sends mourners into laughter at late Tanzanian president's funeral after misinterpreting speech

Translator sends mourners into laughter at late Tanzanian president's funeral after misinterpreting speech

The translator at the state funeral service of late Tanzania's president John Pombe Magufuli, which took place on Monday, March 22, had a moment to forget.

Rahaman Abiola