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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5 key points, promises from Tinubu's New Year message to Nigerians

5 key points, promises from Tinubu's New Year message to Nigerians

10 months ago

"Tough times never last": Tinubu reassures Nigerians of better life in New Year's message

"Tough times never last": Tinubu reassures Nigerians of better life in New Year'...

10 months ago

Rivers Crisis: 3 reasons why Wike may lose Rivers structure to Fubara

Rivers Crisis: 3 reasons why Wike may lose Rivers structure to Fubara

10 months ago

Ondo: Tinubu intervenes as jostle for Gov Aiyedatiwa's deputy begins

Ondo: Tinubu intervenes as jostle for Gov Aiyedatiwa's deputy begins

10 months ago

Last man standing: Full list of deceased past govs of Ondo as Mimiko remains only survivor

Last man standing: Full list of deceased past govs of Ondo as Mimiko remains onl...

10 months ago

Insecurity: Bandits kill 4, kidnap 39 in FCT, Niger

Insecurity: Bandits kill 4, kidnap 39 in FCT, Niger

10 months ago

Military: DHQ releases scorecard of operations against terrorists in 2023

Military: DHQ releases scorecard of operations against terrorists in 2023

The armed forces has eliminated 6,886 terrorists and criminals, apprehended 6,970 suspects, and liberated 4,488 kidnapped hostages from January to December 2023.

"Criminals terrorising southeast don't represent Ndi-Igbo, Nigeria's interest", says Shettima

"Criminals terrorising southeast don't represent Ndi-Igbo, Nigeria's interest", says Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has assured that President Bola Tinubu is dedicated to promptly tackling the security issues prevalent in the South East region.

Tragic motor accident kills family of 8 in Imo state

Tragic motor accident kills family of 8 in Imo state

A family of 8 travelling home for the New Year celebration died in an auto crash at the Amanwozuzu junction in the Ikeduru local government area of Imo State.

Bye-election: Sanwo-Olu’s former aide, Owokoniran, picks Reps form

Bye-election: Sanwo-Olu’s former aide, Owokoniran, picks Reps form

Abdul Raheem Owokoniran, a former Senior Special Assistant to Lagos State Governor Babajide has indicate interest for Femi Gbajabiamila's Reps seat.

Akeredolu: Is late Ondo governor Awolowo of our time? Yoruba chieftain speaks

Akeredolu: Is late Ondo governor Awolowo of our time? Yoruba chieftain speaks

The Yoruba Council Worldwide President, Aare Oladotun Hassan, has elucidated the distinctions between the late Obafemi Awolowo and the late Rotimi Akeredolu.

Borno State: NSCDC officer killed by IED explosion

Borno State: NSCDC officer killed by IED explosion

An officer from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Abubakar Nurudeen, lost his life in Jakana, Borno State, as a result of an improvised explosive device.

Alleged fraud: NPA risks legal battle amid fresh allegation

Alleged fraud: NPA risks legal battle amid fresh allegation

The Save Humanity Advocacy Centre (SHAC) has raised alarm over alleged fraudulent activities at the Rivers Port operated by the Nigerian Port Authority (NPA).

How Akeredolu helped reclaim my mandate in 2007, Aregbesola reveals

How Akeredolu helped reclaim my mandate in 2007, Aregbesola reveals

Rauf Aregbesola, the ex-Minister of Interior, has admired the late Ondo state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, characterising his life as an admirable legacy.

BREAKING: Photos emerge as Sanwo-Olu visits Akeredolu’s family

BREAKING: Photos emerge as Sanwo-Olu visits Akeredolu’s family

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State on Friday paid a visit to the home of the deceased Ondo State governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, in Ibadan, Oyo State.

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