Segun Adeyemi

Education: ND Mass Communication Rufus Giwa Polytechnic (2012-2014), BA Mass Communication, Adekunle Ajasin University (2016-2018)

Experience: Metro/Judicial Reporter, Daily Trust (2014-2016), Writer, Economic Confidential (2016-2019), Judicial reporter, Daily Nigerian (2017-2019), Managing Editor, News Digest (2019-2022).

Awards: Co-convener Campus Journalism Awards (2018), Certified digital journalist at Reuters and AFP

Segun Adeyemi is a journalist with over 9 years of experience as an active field reporter, editor, and editorial manager. He has had stints with Daily Trust newspaper, Daily Nigerian, and News Digest. He currently works as an editor for Legit.ng's current affairs and politics desk. He holds a degree in Mass Communication (Adekunle Ajasin University). He is a certified digital reporter by Reuters, AFP and the co-convener of the annual campus journalism awards. Email: segun.adeyemi@corp.legit.ng.

4408 articles published since 03 Mar 2022

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Court Orders KANSIEC To Conduct LG Polls, Details Emerge

Court Orders KANSIEC To Conduct LG Polls, Details Emerge

7 months ago

Shame on Gov Dauda, PDP for Politicizing Zamfara Insecurity, says Group

Shame on Gov Dauda, PDP for Politicizing Zamfara Insecurity, says Group

7 months ago

Matawalle’s return to Sokoto, turning point in the fight against bandits

Matawalle’s return to Sokoto, turning point in the fight against bandits

7 months ago

From prison to presidency: 44-year-old Diomaye Faye to become Africa's youngest elected president

From prison to presidency: 44-year-old Diomaye Faye to become Africa's youngest...

7 months ago

Coalition Northern Forum Praises Matawalle's Peace Efforts in Sokoto

Coalition Northern Forum Praises Matawalle's Peace Efforts in Sokoto

7 months ago

Kennyblaq, Chuks D General, Mr. Paul, Shortcut, Others To Perform At "Act of Mr. Steve" Concert

Kennyblaq, Chuks D General, Mr. Paul, Shortcut, Others To Perform At "Act of Mr....

7 months ago

Isa, Sabon Birni, Goronyo Elders Commend Defence Minister for Reduction in Banditry

Isa, Sabon Birni, Goronyo Elders Commend Defence Minister for Reduction in Banditry

The Isa and Sabon Birni Elders Movement in Sokoto State has praised the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, for his role in curbing violence and insecurity in the region.

Reactions as Gov Soludo's newly constructed road in Anambra state washed away by rain, video trends

Reactions as Gov Soludo's newly constructed road in Anambra state washed away by rain, video trends

On Monday evening, a widely circulated video showcased the damage inflicted by intense rainfall on the newly built Ochanja Market Road in Anambra State.

BREAKING: 200 detainees to be freed by Army after Boko Haram links dismissed

BREAKING: 200 detainees to be freed by Army after Boko Haram links dismissed

The Nigerian military intends to free more than 200 individuals held in custody after being found not to have any ties to the Boko Haram organization.

"You've turned detention into spa retreat", Atiku's aide taunts Tinubu

"You've turned detention into spa retreat", Atiku's aide taunts Tinubu

A spokesperson for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Phrank Shaibu, criticised President Bola Tinubu for the recent escape of a detained Binance executive.

Healthcare: Good news as stakeholders move to create policies to protect PWDs

Healthcare: Good news as stakeholders move to create policies to protect PWDs

Groups supporting the rights of people with disabilities gathered in Abuja to discuss ways to develop and enforce strategies aimed at safeguarding their healthcare.

BREAKING: Setback for Akpata, LP as Obidient endorses PDP's Ighodalo for Edo governorship seat

BREAKING: Setback for Akpata, LP as Obidient endorses PDP's Ighodalo for Edo governorship seat

Professor Chris Mustapha Nwaokobia Jr., a prominent member and organiser of the Obidient Movement, has officially declared his support for Dr Asue Ighodalo of PDP.

Celebrity Carpenter Gets Traditional Turbaning, Disburses Millions To Widows, Physically Challenged

Celebrity Carpenter Gets Traditional Turbaning, Disburses Millions To Widows, Physically Challenged

The Chief Executive Officer of Sagesse De Dieu Ltd, popularly known as Celebrity Carpenter Mr. Moses Amiebenomo has been turbaned with the traditional title of Garkuwan Matasa of Fillin-Dabo Dei-dei by in the FCT by the Emir of Jiwa Kingdom and the Resident Traditional Ruler /Chief of Fillin Dabo, Chief Pada Muhammad Sani.

Senagal election: Jubilation as 44-year-old opposition leader, Faye leads presidential race

Senagal election: Jubilation as 44-year-old opposition leader, Faye leads presidential race

Supporters of Senegal’s presidential hopeful Bassirou Diomaye Faye are rejoicing as results from Sunday’s election indicate the opposition candidate is ahead.

APC Thugs Assault PDP Forensic Examiners at INEC HQ, Disrupt Inspection of BVAS Machines

APC Thugs Assault PDP Forensic Examiners at INEC HQ, Disrupt Inspection of BVAS Machines

Tensions flared at the Edo State INEC Headquarters on Wednesday when thugs linked to the APC, led by Jarrett Tenebe, stormed the Commission’s office in Benin.

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