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.

7766 articles published since 11 Apr 2016

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Strong APC chieftain, Jesutega Onokpasa, passes away

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“3 years felt like 40,” Patience Jonathan reflects on PhD journey

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2027 election: Atiku’s ally Dele Momodu breaks silence on dumping PDP, cites concerns

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Atiku Abubakar's ally, Dele Momodu, has cited concerns as he discussed the possibility of dumping the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of the 2027 election.

“Stop destroying our buildings,” Kumuyi's Deeper Life Church warns Nigerian governor, vows legal action

Nigeria

7 days ago

Deeper Life Bible Church has accused Lagos state government agencies of unjust demolition of its properties, calling on Governor Sanwo-Olu and vowed legal action.

2025 hajj: NAHCON announces date Nigerian pilgrims will commence return trip from Saudi Arabia

Nigeria

7 days ago

Abdullahi Usman, chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), in a statement, said the return trip for Nigerian pilgrims will begin on June 13.

Hajj 2025: Saudi hotel accommodating Nigerian pilgrims catches fire, NAHCON reacts

Nigeria

7 days ago

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) said that all 484 Nigerian pilgrims affected by a fire incident at their hotel in Makkah, Saudi Arabia are safe.

“How Nigeria lost $450m to subsidy fraud,” Ex-EFCC boss Bawa speaks

Nigeria

7 days ago

Former EFCC chairman Abdulrasheed Bawa, in his new book, revealed that Nigeria lost over $450 million to oil subsidy fraud between 2006 and 2012.

‘Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo dance’: Atiku hails Brain Jotter as veteran highlife singer Mike Ejeagha dies

Nigeria

7 days ago

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has publicly thanked skit maker Brain Jotter for honouring Mike Ejeagha before his death. The singer passed away at 95.

2027 election: “Nigeria drifting towards dictatorship,” Mike Ozekhome raises alarm, issues warning

Politics

7 days ago

Human rights lawyer Mike Ozekhome SAN has warned that as Nigeria is moving toward dictatorship through unchecked party dominance under President Tinubu.

2027 election: PDP chieftain reacts as popular Nigerian governor crossed to APC, “A miracle is needed”

Politics

7 days ago

In an exclusive interview with Legit.ng, PDP chieftain Dare Glintstone Akinniyi has condemned Governor Umo Eno’s defection to ruling APC ahead of the 2027 election.

2027 election: Akpabio reacts as popular PDP governor officially joins APC, “Historic defection”

Politics

8 days ago

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has congratulated Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom state on his decision to join the APC for the interest of the people.

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