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

Young Dubai immigrant celebrates purchasing his own apartment after moving and working there

Young Dubai immigrant celebrates purchasing his own apartment after moving and w...

3 years ago

Talented designer turns old storey building into colorful mansion; shares 4 powerful photos

Talented designer turns old storey building into colorful mansion; shares 4 powe...

3 years ago

How investment in agriculture can generate $813bn in revenues by 2030, Report

How investment in agriculture can generate $813bn in revenues by 2030, Report

3 years ago

I wish my daddy was here: 74-yr-old woman who spent 27 years in jail for crime she didn't commit freed

I wish my daddy was here: 74-yr-old woman who spent 27 years in jail for crime s...

3 years ago

Adeife Adebiyi: Nigerian lady helping women to fight excess weight gain with natural solution

Adeife Adebiyi: Nigerian lady helping women to fight excess weight gain with nat...

3 years ago

Taliban takeover: How over 6,400 journalists in Afghanistan lost their jobs - Report shows

Taliban takeover: How over 6,400 journalists in Afghanistan lost their jobs - Re...

3 years ago

Career hero: Company rewards lady who helped her friend get a job she didn't apply for

Career hero: Company rewards lady who helped her friend get a job she didn't apply for

Fuzu said it will celebrate both ladies with a free spa session and lunch for 2, plus 6 months of free access to the career-building tools on their website.

It's Randy and Cena: Reactions as 2 guys recreate WWE starts in hilarious video shot inside bush

It's Randy and Cena: Reactions as 2 guys recreate WWE starts in hilarious video shot inside bush

Kulani has brought another funny video clip to the online family as it depicts true creativity from two Mzansi guys as they play the popular game of wrestling.

Sylvester Oromoni: The unanswered questions by Tombra Ebikeme

Sylvester Oromoni: The unanswered questions by Tombra Ebikeme

The two autopsy reports were conducted in Warri and Lagos respectively and witnessed by the Police and representatives of the families of the late Sylvester.

Man establishes food bank for poor, opens foundation where needy can get helps & acquire skills

Man establishes food bank for poor, opens foundation where needy can get helps & acquire skills

Oluwaseun Basil Alabi on Monday launched a food bank for the poor, widows and vulnerable in the Ikire community, Irewole local government area of Osun state.

Remembrance: France, Israel pay tribute to victims of 26/11 terror attack in India

Remembrance: France, Israel pay tribute to victims of 26/11 terror attack in India

In separate statements, both France and Israel described the 26/11 attack as unfortunate and emphasised that it was targeted against "international people."

Portable vs Pocolee: A peep into fall out of Zazoo and Zehh by Emmanuel Daraloye

Portable vs Pocolee: A peep into fall out of Zazoo and Zehh by Emmanuel Daraloye

A few hours ago, rave of the moment and self-acclaimed Werey Olorin, Habeeb Okikiola popularly known as Portable, was sent packing from a hotel by Kogbagidi.

COVID-19: Joy as Saudi lifts suspension of direct entry for travellers from 6 countries

COVID-19: Joy as Saudi lifts suspension of direct entry for travellers from 6 countries

The Saudi Arabia government has lifted the travel restrictions placed on the expats of some countries including India and Pakistan over the COVID-19 surge.

Man donates uniforms, bags & furniture to less-privileged school pupils, says he wants to inspire

Man donates uniforms, bags & furniture to less-privileged school pupils, says he wants to inspire

Eric Owiredu Osei is a level 200 student of Accra Technical University. He leads the Reliance Charity Foundation, a 20-member team. They gave massively recently

Kevin Eze: Meet passionate Nigerian man pioneering food network in Africa: "I want to solve problems"

Kevin Eze: Meet passionate Nigerian man pioneering food network in Africa: "I want to solve problems"

Although Kevin Eze holds a B.Tech in Project Engineering, the entrepreneur, digital strategist is making waves in the promotion of African food and its culture.

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