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.

8278 articles published since 11 Apr 2016

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Natasha vs Akpabio: Arewa group reacts as court finally gives verdict, “Swallow your pride and comply”

Politics

4 months ago

Tragedy as 70-year-old man allegedly kills sister over family land, police react

Nigeria

4 months ago

APC chairmanship: “I’ll clean tables if Tinubu desires,” Al-Makura declares, gives reason

Politics

4 months ago

2027 election: ‘Anti-Tinubu coalition of corruption,’ Atiku’s former ally mentions why ADC backers will fail

Politics

4 months ago

Atiku coalition: “You won’t return to power,” Wike dares Amaechi ahead of 2027

Politics

4 months ago

Plateau killings: “Not from govt coffers,” Remi Tinubu declares as she donates N1bn to victims

Nigeria

4 months ago

Atiku slams Tinubu as Trump skips Nigeria in invitation to 5 African countries, “Diplomatic ghost”

Politics

4 months ago

Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Tinubu as US President Donald Trump snubbed Nigeria, invited five African countries to discuss commercial opportunities.

“Our strength is the masses,” Ex-Imo governor declares as he joins ADC

Politics

4 months ago

Former governor of Imo state, Emeka Ihedioha, has joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The move comes a year after he resigned from the PDP.

Peter Rufai: Shehu Sani reacts as legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper dies at 61

Nigeria

4 months ago

Shehu Sani has expressed sorrow as former Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai, fondly known as “Dodo Mayana” passed away at the age of 61 on July 3.

Rivers emergency rule: “I won’t disclose details of peace deal with Fubara,” Wike insists

Politics

4 months ago

During a media parley on Thursday, FCT minister Nyesom Wike vowed not to reveal details of the truce brokered between him and Rivers governor, Siminalayi Fubara.

“My children have right to own land,” Wike fires shot at critics

Nigeria

4 months ago

FCT minister Nyesom Wike, has denied widespread allegations that he allocated lands to his children, insisting they have rights to own lands as Nigerian citizens.

Atiku vs Tinubu: “Only PDP can challenge APC,” Wike taunts ADC ahead of 2027

Politics

4 months ago

Nyesom Wike has urged the Atiku-led coalition to stop using Nigerians, stating that only the PDP can challenge President Bola Tinubu and the ruling APC in 2027.

2027: “INEC helping APC to hijack upcoming election,” Amaechi alleges after joining ADC

Politics

4 months ago

Rotimi Amaechi, former minister, has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress and INEC of colluding to hijack the forthcoming elections in the country.

Drama as popular PDP governor's aide suddenly resigns, returns to APC

Politics

4 months ago

An advisor to Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State, Latep Dabang, has resigned from his role to reportedly rejoin the All Progressives Congress.

Breaking: Nigeria to consider creation of 46 new states as Reps make bold move

Politics

4 months ago

The House of Representatives said it has received 46 formal requests for the creation of new states, alongside 117 demands for new LGAs across Nigeria.

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