Ridwan Adeola

Education: Higher National Diploma in Mass Communication, The Polytechnic Ibadan (2014), Journalism Clinic’s Fix The Leak masterclass (2021), Google Digital Skills from Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Fact-Checking Researcher, Africa Check (2020-2021); Acting Editor of AllNews Nigeria (2020); Editor, Politics Nigeria (2021-2023); Current Affairs/Politics Editor at Legit.ng (2023-present)

Awards: Video Short Feature category (Africa ranking) AIPS awards (2020), Legit.ng's Rookie Reporter of the Year (2023), Legit.ng's Journalist of the Year (2024), Legit.ng’s Current Affairs/Politics Editor of the Year (2024)

Ridwan Adeola Yusuf is a content creator with more than nine years of experience, He is also a Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng. He holds a Higher National Diploma in Mass Communication from the Polytechnic Ibadan, Oyo State (2014). Ridwan previously worked at Africa Check, contributing to fact-checking research works within the organisation. He is an active member of the Academic Excellence Initiative (AEI). In March 2024, Ridwan completed the full Google News Initiative Lab workshop and his effort was recognised with a Certificate of Completion. Email: ridwan.adeola@corp.legit.ng.

3892 articles published since 27 Apr 2023

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Breaking: Soludo-led Anambra govt seals Okija shrine, gives reason

Breaking: Soludo-led Anambra govt seals Okija shrine, gives reason

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Natasha Osawaru: Lawyer reacts to 2baba’s confirmation of romance with lawmaker, cautions Nigerians

Natasha Osawaru: Lawyer reacts to 2baba’s confirmation of romance with lawmaker,...

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Presidential aide speaks on implication of 2baba 'advertising' relationship with Natasha Osawaru

Presidential aide speaks on implication of 2baba 'advertising' relationship with...

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House of reps pass tax reform bills for second reading, details emerge

House of reps pass tax reform bills for second reading, details emerge

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APC's Ganduje mentions when power would return to the north amid Tinubu’s presidency

APC's Ganduje mentions when power would return to the north amid Tinubu’s presid...

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Security agents bust human trafficking ring in Ogun state, rescue 16 victims

Security agents bust human trafficking ring in Ogun state, rescue 16 victims

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2027 presidency: '2 notable northern zones sharply divided over Tinubu,' source, provides details

2027 presidency: '2 notable northern zones sharply divided over Tinubu,' source, provides details

Ahead of the 2027 presidential election, a source has explained that two notable northern zones are sharply divided over President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Hope rises as Tinubu's govt speaks on reducing food prices in Nigeria, details emerge

Hope rises as Tinubu's govt speaks on reducing food prices in Nigeria, details emerge

The Bola Tinubu government has spoken on reducing food prices in Nigeria. The FG, through the minister of information shared how this would be achieved.

Nigerian security forces kill 8,000 terrorists, details emerge

Nigerian security forces kill 8,000 terrorists, details emerge

Nigerian security forces have killed 8,000 terrorists. Mohammed Idris, the country's minister of information, provided details on Tuesday, February 11.

Is first-class Nigerian monarch, Olugbo, dead? Fact emerges

Is first-class Nigerian monarch, Olugbo, dead? Fact emerges

A first-class Nigerian monarch, Olugbo of Ugbo, Oba Fredrick Akinruntan, on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, broke his silence amid strong death rumours.

Cracks emerge in Tinubu’s dynasty: "This crisis is a significant test for him"

Cracks emerge in Tinubu’s dynasty: "This crisis is a significant test for him"

Cracks reportedly emerged in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s dynasty. The incumbent Nigerian leader locked horns with several members of the ruling APC.

Has Donald Trump, US stopped issuing visas to Nigerians? Fact emerges

Has Donald Trump, US stopped issuing visas to Nigerians? Fact emerges

Some reports said US authorities, under new president, Donald Trump, have stopped issuing visas to Nigerians. A fact-checking platform has analysed this claim.

Breaking: Nigerian Customs suspends enforcement of 4 percent free-on-board value on imported goods

Breaking: Nigerian Customs suspends enforcement of 4 percent free-on-board value on imported goods

The Nigerian Customs Service has decided to suspend the enforcement of the 4 percent free-on-board value on imported goods in the West African country.

Tears as Tinubu’s top campaigner dies in Lagos, "words fail me"

Tears as Tinubu’s top campaigner dies in Lagos, "words fail me"

A top campaigner of President Bola Tinubu is dead. The deceased is also influential in a state chapter of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Police open up amid reports infamous SARS has returned in Nigeria

Police open up amid reports infamous SARS has returned in Nigeria

Police authorities in Nigeria have spoken out amid reports that the infamous SARS has returned in the country. Police spokesman releases a statement.

Ridwan Adeola