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.

8139 articles published since 11 Apr 2016

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Atiku vs Tinubu: “Why PDP is not a viable option for 2027 opposition coalition,” Ex-SGF Babachir Lawal speaks

Politics

3 months ago

Breaking: Christian Youths protest attacks on religious leaders in Nigeria, calls out Sowore

Nigeria

3 months ago

Breaking: Benue NASS APC Caucus endorses Tinubu for 2027

Politics

3 months ago

Nigerian governor announces state-wide fast to end Boko Haram terror

Nigeria

3 months ago

Updated: Nigerian governor speaks on alleged 2027 senatorial ambition

Politics

3 months ago

Akpabio defends Tinubu, sends crucial message to lawmakers, “We weren’t elected to fight executive”

Politics

3 months ago

June 12: “Why I told IBB to his face to resign,” Lamido speaks

Politics

3 months ago

Former Jigawa Governor Sule Lamido has recounted how he told Ibrahim Babangida to resign over the annulled election during the June 12, 1993, crisis.

“I’m laying foundation for good governance,” Rivers sole administrator explains

Politics

3 months ago

Rivers administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Etteh Ibas (retd), has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to building strong institutions and promoting efficiency.

Tension as Oyo monarchs reject move to make Alaafin permanent council chairman, give reason

Nigeria

3 months ago

Traditional leaders from Ibadan and Ogbomoso have opposed a bill making the Alaafin of Oyo the permanent chairman of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs.

2027 election: “Why Peter Obi should join forces, work with Tinubu,” Umahi speaks

Politics

3 months ago

Senator Dave Umahi has confirmed that all southeast governors are solidly behind support President Tinubu. He urged Peter Obi to join the move ahead of 2027 election

Former House of Assembly leader quits PDP, cites reason

Politics

3 months ago

Ikechukwu Ezeugwu, the former leader of the Enugu Assembly, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party, over what he termed mediocrity and deceit.

Natasha files fresh petition, drags Akpabio, Sandra Duru to IGP, AGF

Politics

3 months ago

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan petitioned the IGP and the AGF, accusing Senate President and Dr. Sandra Duru of defamation, conspiracy, and attempted assassination.

Rivers emergency rule: Why Fubara may dump PDP, defect to APC, Top political analyst speaks

Politics

3 months ago

In an interview with Legit.ng, Dare Glintstone Akinniyi, revealed that suspended Rivers Governor Sim Fubara may defect to the APC to secure his reinstatement.

“Boko Haram on the verge of taking over entire LG in my state,” Nigerian governor raises alarm

Nigeria

3 months ago

Governor Babagana Zulum has warned that only one town in Marte LGA remained under government control, with Boko Haram close to a full takeover of the region.

Timothy Omotoso: South Africa deports popular Nigerian televangelist, details emerge

Africa

3 months ago

Pastor Timothy Omotoso has departed South Africa after being acquitted of rape and human trafficking charges. State prosecutors plan to appeal against his acquittal.

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