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.

7584 articles published since 11 Apr 2016

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“Because of Fubara”: Why I kicked out Secondus as PDP chairman, Wike speaks

FCT minister Nyesom Wike has stated that he ensured Uche Secondus was sacked as the chairman of the PDP to ensure Sim Fubara's emergence as Rivers governor.

Alleged N1.3 trillion fraud: EFCC arrests Delta accountant-general over link to Okowa

The EFCC detained and interrogated Delta state accountant-general Joy Enwa, over a N1.3 trillion fraud linked to former governor Ifeanyi Okowa’s administration.

Christmas celebration: Photos trend as Wike, sons visit Tinubu in Lagos

Nigerians have reacted differently as FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and his sons visited President Tinubu on Christmas day in Lagos. Photos of their visit have emerged.

“I have no regret”: Wike speaks ahead of 2027, gives reason he’ll support Tinubu’s re-election

Ahead of the 2027 poll, FCT minister Nyesom Wike has reaffirmed his support for President Tinubu’s re-election. He also spoke on his actions against the PDP in 2023.

Nigerian Governor loses 24-year-old son day after mother's death

Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa state announces the tragic death of his 24-year-old son, Abdulwahab, who passed away in a motor accident on December 26, 2024.

Rivers crisis: Wike reacts as ex-PDP chairman labels him “enemy of the state”

FCT minister Nyesom Wike has reacted angrily as Celestine Omehia and the ex-PDP national chairman, Uche Secondus, advised him to make peace with Rivers Gov Fubara.

Ibadan stampede: CAC prophet begs Makinde as court remands Agidigbo FM owner, Ooni’s ex-wife

Prophet Sam Olu Alo has pleaded for mercy on behalf of Prophetess Naomi and Dr. Oriyomi Hamzat, currently held in detention over the deadly stampede in Ibadan.

Kano Governor Yusuf reacts as colleague loses eldest son, mother: “Deeply sorrowful”

The governor of Kano state, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa state over the death of his eldest son.

Sokoto bombing: “How my parents, siblings burnt to death,” Survivor recounts disturbing experience

A survivor, who witnessed the accidental bombing of civilians in Sokoto state has narrated how her parents and three siblings perished in the ensuing inferno.

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