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)

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.

3536 articles published since 27 Apr 2023

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Euro 2024: France defeats Portugal as Ronaldo plays last European championship

Euro 2024: France defeats Portugal as Ronaldo plays last European championship

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“One thing learnt from UK election 2024”: Reno Omokri shares key lesson from poll

“One thing learnt from UK election 2024”: Reno Omokri shares key lesson from pol...

4 months ago

Fubara breaks silence as appeal court nullifies order sacking ex Rivers speaker, others

Fubara breaks silence as appeal court nullifies order sacking ex Rivers speaker,...

4 months ago

Portugal vs France: 0-0 FT (3-5 PTs) LIVE 2024 Euro quarter final result, match stream and update

Portugal vs France: 0-0 FT (3-5 PTs) LIVE 2024 Euro quarter final result, match...

4 months ago

“He was a cultist”: Police react as family accuses security operatives of killing son

“He was a cultist”: Police react as family accuses security operatives of killin...

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"Best interest of the states", Oyebanji discloses only way Nigerian govs can pay new minimum wage

"Best interest of the states", Oyebanji discloses only way Nigerian govs can pay...

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BREAKING: Jubilation as govt declares public holiday, details emerge

BREAKING: Jubilation as govt declares public holiday, details emerge

The Oyo state government under Seyi Makinde has announced a public holiday for hijrah and said it is a time for reflection, prayer, and community spirit.

"What has he done in his life?" After sensational rant, Super Eagles star Osimhen told to apologise

"What has he done in his life?" After sensational rant, Super Eagles star Osimhen told to apologise

Super Eagles of Nigeria and Napoli of Italy star, Victor Osimhen, has been told to unfailingly apologise to Finidi George for his infamous rant against the coach.

'That is what is killing them': Oliseh lists factor affecting local coaches’ performance in Nigeria

'That is what is killing them': Oliseh lists factor affecting local coaches’ performance in Nigeria

As the search for a new Super Eagles coach continues, Sunday Oliseh has said the courage to stand up against mediocrity affects the performance of local managers.

AFCON 2025 qualifiers: Nigeria grouped alongside, Benin, 2 other countries, full list emerges

AFCON 2025 qualifiers: Nigeria grouped alongside, Benin, 2 other countries, full list emerges

Super Eagles of Nigeria have been grouped in Group D in the AFCON Morocco 2025 qualifiers. The former African champion will face Benin Republic, Rwanda, and Libya.

"Real growth has dropped": Peter Obi reacts as Dangote cries out over high interest rate in Nigeria

"Real growth has dropped": Peter Obi reacts as Dangote cries out over high interest rate in Nigeria

Peter Obi has said Aliko Dangote's recent outcry against the current interest rate of 30% underscores his earlier cry on the negative effects of the policy.

Jubilation as Tinubu gives appointment to 36-year-old, 8 others, full list emerges

Jubilation as Tinubu gives appointment to 36-year-old, 8 others, full list emerges

9 people have been appointed to the new board of the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CrediCorp). The presidency made the disclosure on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.

2027: Duoye Diri reacts amid speculation positioning him as Atiku’s running mate

2027: Duoye Diri reacts amid speculation positioning him as Atiku’s running mate

Governor Duoye Diri of Bayelsa state on Wednesday, July 3, said the aim of a group asking him to be Atiku Abubakar's running mate is to cause disaffection.

2025 UTME registration: JAMB to launch customised SIMs for candidates, details emerge

2025 UTME registration: JAMB to launch customised SIMs for candidates, details emerge

JAMB registrar, Ishaq Oloyede, has said as from 2025, customised SIMs would be used for UTME registration and would be accessible to only parents.

'Money na water truly': Man charges N200 to ferry people past flood as rain hits Lagos, video trends

'Money na water truly': Man charges N200 to ferry people past flood as rain hits Lagos, video trends

An individual has been spotted charging N200 to carry people through the water. Lagos residents are faced with increasingly severe annual flooding of their city.

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