Rahaman Abiola

Education: B.A English and Literature (Obafemi Awolowo University), Media Innovation (School of Media and Communication, Pan Atlantic University (SMC-PAU) and the University of Johannesburg)

Experience: Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA, 2015), The Nation (Reporter, 2017), LEGIT.ng (Editor - Politics and Current Affairs; Head of Human Interest Desk; Editor-in-Chief), Internation News Media Association (INMA, Africa Board Member)

Awards: Mile Media Award (2021), Kwame Karikari Fellowship (2021), Distinguished Editorial Leadership (2023, 2024), MTN-MIP (2024)

Rahaman Abiola is a Nigerian journalist, editor, and media trainer with a decade of experience stranding diverse roles in both traditional and digital media. As the Editor-in-Chief of LEGIT.ng, he leads content direction with data-driven editorial practice, demonstrating a commitment to modern newsroom management and mentoring team(s) of professionals through audience-centric innovation. His work involves leveraging social media and emerging technologies towards impactful journalism, media innovation, etc. Contact via: rahaman.abiola@corp.legit.ng.

1034 articles published since 28 Aug 2018

Author's articles

"It's time for Africans to own our narrative": Forbes journalist shares tips on reporting Africa

"It's time for Africans to own our narrative": Forbes journalist shares tips on reporting Africa

9 months ago

Just In: Prince Olawale Oyebola reportedly emerges new Aseyin of Iseyin

Just In: Prince Olawale Oyebola reportedly emerges new Aseyin of Iseyin

a year ago

15-year-old Nigerian student wins big, defeats UK, US, Chinese pupils at global maths competition

15-year-old Nigerian student wins big, defeats UK, US, Chinese pupils at global maths competition

2 years ago

From nightmare to new hope: How corps member’s media advocacy helped construct Ayegbami community’s road taking lives

From nightmare to new hope: How corps member’s media advocacy helped construct Ayegbami community’s road taking lives

3 years ago

CleanUpAyegbami: How corps member’s advocacy on dumpsites clearing helped fight malaria in Kwara community

CleanUpAyegbami: How corps member’s advocacy on dumpsites clearing helped fight malaria in Kwara community

3 years ago

COVID-19: Good news as top country announces plans to resume tourist visas after more than a year

COVID-19: Good news as top country announces plans to resume tourist visas after more than a year

3 years ago

COVID-19: India considers exporting vaccine to Africa as pandemic hits harder

COVID-19: India considers exporting vaccine to Africa as pandemic hits harder

3 years ago

India government said it is contemplating resuming COVID-19 vaccine export to African countries in its efforts to help the continent fight the deadly pandemic.

US agency accuses China of deleting early data on COVID-19 as face-off continues over virus

US agency accuses China of deleting early data on COVID-19 as face-off continues over virus

4 years ago

As row continues over the origin of COVID-19, the US has accused China of deleting the earlier data collected on the pandemic from the international database.

COVID-19: China, US differ over fresh probe into origin of pandemic

COVID-19: China, US differ over fresh probe into origin of pandemic

4 years ago

The United States and China have maintained different positions over fresh findings into the COVID-19 pandemic origin and have made their stands known to WHO.

20-year-old Nigerian lady emerges 2021 overall best student at US university with 3.97 CGPA

20-year-old Nigerian lady emerges 2021 overall best student at US university with 3.97 CGPA

4 years ago

20-year-old Alaba Ann Tam Danagogo, a Nigerian student, has made the country proud again in the United States following her brilliant academic performance.

Pair of Yubari melons sold at staggering N10m at auction in Japan; picture goes viral

Pair of Yubari melons sold at staggering N10m at auction in Japan; picture goes viral

4 years ago

The Yubari melons were sold at the first auction of the new season at a market in Sapporo in Japan. They are renowned for their high quality and sweet taste.

Emotional moment mom suffering from cancer painfully tells 6-year-old son she will soon die

Emotional moment mom suffering from cancer painfully tells 6-year-old son she will soon die

4 years ago

The hardest thing Nadia Chaudhri has had to do was not accepting that she has Stage 3 Ovarian Cancer, but telling her six-year-old son that she will soon die.

Osaru Obaseki: Nigerian lady who ditched her corporate job becomes bronze maker in Edo, now counting blessings

Osaru Obaseki: Nigerian lady who ditched her corporate job becomes bronze maker in Edo, now counting blessings

4 years ago

With over 15 bronzes to her name, Young Nigerian Osaru Obaseki is now breaking boundaries and making waves despite some cultural restrictions in her state, Edo.

32-year-old woman who dropped out of school in 2006 finally returns, "shatters" record in exam

32-year-old woman who dropped out of school in 2006 finally returns, "shatters" record in exam

4 years ago

In 2006, Purity Nkatha thought her dreams were shattered when violence at her home forced her to drop out of school and move in with her aunt. Read more on TUKO

Boss madam: Meet lady entrepreneur who owns 7 companies, reveals plans to "add more"

Boss madam: Meet lady entrepreneur who owns 7 companies, reveals plans to "add more"

4 years ago

A local entrepreneur has gone viral on Twitter after sharing some stunning 'boss lady' snaps. She's the owner of 7 companies and big expansions are coming.

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