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.

8175 articles published since 11 Apr 2016

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Rivers crisis: Drama as pro-Wike lawmakers ask EFCC, ICPC to probe RSIEC chairman, reason emerges

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Akpabio: “No reversal of Natasha’s suspension,” Senate insists

Politics

5 months ago

Photos emerge as Lagos govt seals popular church, gives reason

Nigeria

5 months ago

BREAKING: Reps order NCC to shut down OnlyFans, XVideos, pornhub, other adult sites nationwide

Nigeria

5 months ago

Police rescue 27 foreigners held hostage by kidnappers, location announced

Nigeria

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Drunken policeman reportedly kill resident in Niger, details emerge

Nigeria

5 months ago

Tragedy as gunmen kill 84-year-old community leader in Anambra

Nigeria

5 months ago

Anambra community has been thrown into panic as 84-year-old leader Ichie Michael Nwobu is brutally murdered. The state police command is yet to react to the incident

Presidency reacts as Catholic Bishops raise alarm over Nigeria’s economy: “Poverty plaguing the country”

Politics

5 months ago

The Presidency has affirmed that the country has made significant progress under President Bola Tinubu, despite concerns raised by the Catholic Bishops.

‘Three weeks in hospital’: Anxiety as Vatican gives fresh update on Pope Francis’ health

Europe

5 months ago

Pope Francis has remained hospitalised for three weeks with double pneumonia. The Vatican confirmed this in its latest report on the Pontiff's current health state.

“Why Senate can’t suspend Natasha beyond 14 days,” Maku speaks

Politics

5 months ago

PDP chieftain Francis Maku has challenged the Senate’s six-month suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, describing it as unconstitutional.

2027: Top analyst reacts as Atiku breaks silence on reports of dumping PDP, “El-Rufai is a ruthless preacher”

Politics

5 months ago

PDP youth spokesperson Dare Akinniyi has dismissed claims of Atiku Abubakar’s defection. In an interview with Legit.ng, he urged him to challenge the APC in 2027.

Natasha vs Akpabio: Ex-minister Ezekwesili demands 6 urgent actions from Nigerian Senate

Politics

5 months ago

Obiageli Ezekwesili has reacted to Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension. She demanded an independent investigation into allegations against Senate President Akpabio.

2027: El-Rufai woos opposition members to join SDP, “Let’s challenge APC”

Politics

5 months ago

Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai on Monday, resigned from the APC and urged opposition leaders to unite under the SDP to challenge the ruling party in 2027.

El-Rufai’s defection: Ally reacts as ex-Kaduna governor's resignation letter goes viral

Politics

5 months ago

Former Kaduna state governor Nasir El-Rufai is reportedly set to leave the APC for the SDP after his alleged resignation letter surfaced in the polity.

BREAKING: Federal High Court adjourns Natasha’s suit, details emerge

Politics

5 months ago

The Federal High Court has adjourned the case filed by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against the Senate Committee on Ethics and Privileges to March 25, 2025.

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