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.

8235 articles published since 11 Apr 2016

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“Obasanjo bypassed legal procedures”: Why Yar’Adua cancelled Port Harcourt Refinery sale, Falana speaks

Nigeria

8 months ago

Tragedy as 140 police officers die in Abuja, reason, details emerge

Nigeria

8 months ago

Ekiti: Police officer celebrating colleague's promotion accidentally shoots mother of one dead

Nigeria

8 months ago

How Peter Obi retired top political bigwigs, Reno Omokri speaks: “They’re on life support”

Politics

8 months ago

Charterhouse’s N30 million school fees spark fresh debate among Nigerians: “Luxury or necessity?”

Education

8 months ago

“How Tinubu’s secret recording exposed Abacha’s loot,” Buhari’s former aide speaks

Politics

8 months ago

Bauchi governor shares why he was absent from Tinubu’s house visit: “It’s uncalled for”

Politics

8 months ago

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed has clarified his absence from the governors’ New Year visit to Tinubu's Lagos home. His aide, Mukhtar Gidado, issued a statement.

Fubara insists pro-Wike lawmakers have lost their seats permanently: “No gov can take the insults”

Politics

8 months ago

Rivers governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has defended his decision to present the 2025 budget to three lawmakers, insisting pro-Wike's lawmakers have lost their seats.

New Year tragedy: Lagos electrician dies while fixing connections at UNILAG Estate, police react

Nigeria

8 months ago

An electrician, Sheni, was electrocuted while repairing wiring connections in Lagos state. The police and emergency responders have commenced an investigation.

Tax bill: “Why Tinubu will not lose northern support in 2027,” Political analyst Jide Ojo speaks

Nigeria

8 months ago

Amid northern opposition to the tax bills, Jide Ojo has advised Tinubu against withdrawal. He highlighted the president's strategic moves to retain support in 2027.

Countdown to 2025: Top 10 countries that will cross over to New Year before Nigeria

Asia

8 months ago

According to global time zones, countries like New Zealand, Japan, and China will celebrate the New Year 2025 ahead of Nigeria. List of other nations have emerged.

How Buhari paved way for Tinubu’s presidency, APC chieftain speaks: “Perish the thought”

Politics

8 months ago

Joe Igbokwe has refuted claims that ex-President Muhammadu Buhari was a failure, asserting that he created a good foundation for President Tinubu to build upon.

“Not Emi Lokan”: Top Ekiti politician mentions former leader who could’ve ruled Nigeria better

Politics

8 months ago

Babafemi Ojudu has criticised President Tinubu's leadership style, maintaining that former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo could have ruled Nigeria better.

Greater Lagos Countdown 2025: Burna Boy, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage to headline Africa’s biggest party

Politics

8 months ago

Governor Sanwo-Olu has announced that Wizkid, Burna Boy, Tiwa Savage and others will headline the Greater Lagos countdown 2025 event. Join the celebration!

NLC reacts as Edo governor begins payment of end-of-year bonus

Nigeria

8 months ago

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo state has fulfilled his promise by paying workers in the state 13th-month salaries. The state's NLC chairman has reacted.

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