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.

8269 articles published since 11 Apr 2016

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Osun crisis: Ex-councillor killed, houses razed in fresh attack, governor reacts

Nigeria

a year ago

“How Akpabio silenced lawmakers who opposed Tinubu’s emergency rule,” PDP senator speaks

Politics

a year ago

"Akpabio said my waist would make good movements,” Natasha alleges, shares what other senators did

Politics

a year ago

Fubara’s suspension: Ijaw leaders to meet Tinubu, decide on options, “Wike has been the antagonist”

Politics

a year ago

Rivers emergency rule: IGP issues fresh order as police join forces with military, details emerge

Nigeria

a year ago

“How I endured Akpabio’s sexual advances for over one year,” Natasha speaks

Politics

a year ago

Nigerian governor approves salary increment for tertiary institutions’ staff

Education

a year ago

Kano state government led by Abba Yusuf has approved an increase of between 25% and 35% in salary for academic and non-academic staff of tertiary institutions.

Rivers emergency rule: “What Tinubu’s declaration will cause in Niger Delta region,” analyst speaks

Politics

a year ago

Dare Glintstone Akinniyi has described Tinubu’s state of emergency declaration in Rivers state as unconstitutional and called for the sack of minister Nyesom Wike.

Video trends as Nigerian governor gifts businesswoman N5 million after emotional pitch

Nigeria

a year ago

Nigerians have reacted as a businesswoman in Akwa Ibom state gets N5 million from Governor Umo Eno. The video showing the touching encounter has gone viral.

Breaking: Tinubu meets with south-south monarchs amid state of emergency declaration in Rivers

Politics

a year ago

President Tinubu is currently in a crucial meeting with the Asagba of Asaba, Obi Professor Epiphany Azinge, SAN, and other monarchs from the south-south region.

Tinubu reacts as National Assembly approves Fubara's suspension, Rivers emergency rule

Politics

a year ago

President Bola Tinubu has reacted as the National Assembly on Thursday, declared total support for his proclamation of a state of emergency in Rivers state.

Photos emerge as Tinubu swears in Ibok-Ete Ibas as Rivers sole administrator

Politics

a year ago

Tinubu has sworn in Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd) as the new Sole Administrator of Rivers state. The ceremony took place on Wednesday at the State House, Abuja.

Edo governor reacts as 17 of 18 LG chairmen defect to APC: “2027 victory, sure for Tinubu”

Politics

a year ago

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo state has welcomed 17 acting local government chairmen to the APC. He also predicted Bola Tinubu’s landslide victory in 2027.

Breaking: Many reported dead as truck explodes, video, location emerge

Nigeria

a year ago

A fuel tanker explosion near Karu Bridge on the Abuja-Keffi Expressway has left several vehicles trapped, with emergency responders working to contain the fire.

Breaking: Senate postpones debate on state of emergency in Rivers, reason emerges

Politics

a year ago

The Senate has postponed its debate on President Tinubu's state of emergency in Rivers State, rescheduling the discussion for March 20, 2025, due to plenary delays.

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