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.

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Lagos City Marathon 2024: Kenya’s Bernard Sang wins $50,000 grand prize

Lagos City Marathon 2024: Kenya’s Bernard Sang wins $50,000 grand prize

9 months ago

Nigeria vs Ivory Coast: CAF President Motsepe confirms Tinubu's attendance for AFCON final

Nigeria vs Ivory Coast: CAF President Motsepe confirms Tinubu's attendance for A...

9 months ago

Police declare Bauchi cleric wanted, promise handsome reward

Police declare Bauchi cleric wanted, promise handsome reward

9 months ago

Nigeria vs Cote d’Ivoire: Segun Odegbami gives prediction of AFCON 2023 final

Nigeria vs Cote d’Ivoire: Segun Odegbami gives prediction of AFCON 2023 final

9 months ago

Emefiele's woes worsened as EFCC declares wife wanted, details emerge

Emefiele's woes worsened as EFCC declares wife wanted, details emerge

9 months ago

Nationwide strike: Why deal with Labour can’t be implemented at once, FG speaks

Nationwide strike: Why deal with Labour can’t be implemented at once, FG speaks

9 months ago

Group kicks as fresh update emerges in allegation of terror funding linked to northern Senators

Group kicks as fresh update emerges in allegation of terror funding linked to northern Senators

The Citizens Initiative for Security Awareness alleges that a religious leader and a security officer are behind false news regarding terrorism involving a lawmaker.

Drama as popular airline begins weigh-in for passengers before takeoff

Drama as popular airline begins weigh-in for passengers before takeoff

Finnair, the prominent airline of Finland, has revealed its plan to request passengers to weigh themselves along with their carry-on luggage before boarding.

NSIPA: Activist makes one crucial request from Tinubu amid rising hunger, food insecurity

NSIPA: Activist makes one crucial request from Tinubu amid rising hunger, food insecurity

An appeal has been made to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to return the national social investment programs (NSIPA), given the country's widespread hunger.

Umahi entangled in FERMA board unlawful privilege demands, Tinubu petitioned

Umahi entangled in FERMA board unlawful privilege demands, Tinubu petitioned

CSOs have petitioned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the governing board of FERMA, whose members were allegedly demanding unlawful privileges in office.

BREAKING: Tinubu approves release of 100,000 metric tons of grains

BREAKING: Tinubu approves release of 100,000 metric tons of grains

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has authourised the release of 100,000 metric tones of grains to cushion the rising food insecurity across the 36 states.

N100bn gas project: New twist as Senate raises alarm over plot to implicate lawmakers, details emerge

N100bn gas project: New twist as Senate raises alarm over plot to implicate lawmakers, details emerge

The Gas Senate Committee on Thursday expressed concern over a scheme by certain members of the Presidential Committee on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)

Tinubu commits to 'renewed hope' agenda, begs citizens to speak positively about Nigeria

Tinubu commits to 'renewed hope' agenda, begs citizens to speak positively about Nigeria

President Tinubu encouraged Nigerians to maintain a positive outlook on their country, highlighting that this optimistic mindset is crucial for achieving prosperity.

Suspected Kidnapper Apprehended During Attempted Ransom Collection in Taraba

Suspected Kidnapper Apprehended During Attempted Ransom Collection in Taraba

Soldiers from the 93 Battalion, belonging to the 6th Brigade of the Nigerian Army, have apprehended a female believed to be linked to kidnapping activities.

Elisha Abbo: Sacked APC senator in fresh trouble over bribery allegations against appellate court

Elisha Abbo: Sacked APC senator in fresh trouble over bribery allegations against appellate court

Ex-Senator Elisha Abbo has been given a deadline to prove his claims of bribery against Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, the President of the Court of Appeal.

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