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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“N400 million for 6 computers?” Bauchi gov breaks silence on SSG’s IT budget allocation

Politics

a year ago

Yi's visit: List of 5 MoUs signed between Nigeria and China as Minister Tuggar gives update

Politics

a year ago

Just in: Tragedy as mother, son die in Abuja residence, police react

Nigeria

a year ago

Rivers crisis: Tension as pro-Wike lawmakers override Fubara, sign 3 bills into law

Politics

a year ago

“What I know about El-Rufai’s ministerial nomination, rejection,” Nasarawa Gov speaks

Politics

a year ago

Ministerial rejection: Nigerian governor speaks on El-Rufai dumping APC, “It’s too early”

Politics

a year ago

Drama as Sowore blasts Wike for celebrating son’s graduation in UK: “Low-down dirty shame”

Politics

a year ago

Omoyele Sowore has criticized the FCT minister Nyesom Wike, for celebrating his son’s graduation in the United Kingdom. He alleged Wike stole Rivers state funds.

Former governor breaks silence as he loses N228.4m to Nigerian govt

Politics

a year ago

Senator Theodore Orji has refuted allegations of money laundering by the EFCC. He dismissed claims of alleged forfeiture of N228.4 million to the Federal Government.

“What I told Tinubu when I met with him,” Reno Omokri speaks

Politics

a year ago

Reno Omokri has urged President Tinubu to communicate his successes to counter criticism from opposition figures. He highlighted Tinubu's key achievements.

Police arrest Lagos teacher for slapping 3-year-old pupil, video trends

Nigeria

a year ago

Police authorities in Lagos state have arrested a Lagos teacher after a viral video showed her allegedly abusing a three-year-old pupil. Investigations has commenced

Lagos police react to alleged disappearance of 6 party girls

Nigeria

a year ago

Lagos police have commenced an investigation into the case of the alleged disappearance of six women after a house party in Lekki, despite no official report.

Just in: Bauchi governor sacks 5 commissioners, makes fresh nominations

Politics

a year ago

In a significant turn of events, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has reshuffled his cabinet. He dismissed five commissioners and nominated replacements.

Abuja school bombing: Police release outcome of preliminary investigations

Nigeria

a year ago

A bomb explosion at an Abuja school on Monday, claimed two lives and left others injured. The FCT police command has released its preliminary investigations

2027: Ganduje taunts Kwankwaso as NNPP followers dump him in Kano, says “Your influence is waning”

Politics

a year ago

Abdullahi Ganduje said NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso is losing political influence in Kano. He shared how the APC will reclaim and take control of the state in 2027.

Full speech: What Tinubu said at inauguration of Ghana's President Mahama

Politics

a year ago

President Tinubu attended Ghana's President John Mahama’s inauguration ceremony on Tuesday. The full text of Tinubu's speech at the event has emerged.

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