Esther Odili

Education: HND Mass Communication from Nigerian Institute of Journalism (2017), Google News Initiative (GNI) News Lab: Google Digital Skills from Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: The New Telegraph (2014), Galaxy Television (2016-2017), Politics editor (Legit.ng, 2021 till date)

Awards: Best student in print journalism (2018)

Esther Odili is a journalist and a Politics/Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng with 6+ years of experience. She Holds OND and HND in Mass Communication from the Nigerian Institue of Journalism (NIJ), where she was recognized as the best student in print journalism in 2018. Before joining Legit.ng, Esther has worked with other reputable media houses, such as the New Telegraph newspaper and Galaxy Television. In 2024, Esther obtained a certificate in advanced digital reporting from the Google News Initiative. Email: esther.odili@corp.legit.ng.

7519 articles published since 11 Apr 2016

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Breaking: EFCC arrests wanted businesswoman Aisha Achimugu in Abuja, shares details

Businesswoman Aisha Achimugu was on Tuesday morning, arrested by the EFCC at Abuja airport, shortly after her return from London and despite a court directive.

Tension rises as PDP takes one action after Delta governor, Okowa, entire party leaders defect to APC

The Peoples Democratic Party is set to take fresh legal action against Delta state governor Oborevwori, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, and others for defecting to the APC.

Tinubu breaks silence as Delta governor, Okowa officially join APC: “Political tsunami not seen before”

President Tinubu has described the defection of Governor Oborevwori, ex-Delta Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, and PDP stakeholders to the APC as a "political tsunami."

2026 elections: Another PDP governor, entire cabinet members break silence on alleged defection to APC

Osun State Executive Council members have reaffirmed their loyalty to Governor Ademola Adeleke and the PDP, dismissing rumours of planned defection to the APC.

2027 election: 'How coalition would defeat Tinubu,' Kenneth Okonkwo opens up

In a trending interview, Kenneth Okonkwo noted that a coalition offering a one-term presidency is set to unseat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections.

2027 election: Concerns over Tinubu’s top campaigner’s wellbeing, “That can’t be hunger”

Jesutega Onokpasa, ex-chairman of Tinubu’s media group, has vowed to join forces within APC to oust President Tinubu in 2027, citing hunger and broken promises.

UTME 2025: JAMB fires back at Peter Obi over 6:30am exam timing, “Candidates’ safety is our priority”

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has replied to Peter Obi claims. JAMB clarified that the 2025 UTME officially commences at 8:00am not 6:00am

Breaking: Like JAMB, FG orders WAEC, NECO to adopt CBT for exams, date, reason emerge

The federal government has directed WAEC and NECO to fully adopt Computer-Based Testing by 2026, to eliminate examination malpractice. Dr Tunji Alausa confirmed.

Atiku's running mate in 2023 election, Okowa, breaks silence after resigning from PDP to join APC

Former Delta Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has explained that his defection to the APC is a bold and patriotic move aimed at aligning Delta state with national politics.

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