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.

8243 articles published since 11 Apr 2016

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Yuletide: Tinubu told to slash petrol price to N300 per litre, reason emerges

Nigeria

9 months ago

“I was once an Okada man before I became senator”: APC lawmaker shares inspiring journey, video trends

Politics

9 months ago

Immigration names new centre after Tinubu, details emerge

Nigeria

9 months ago

2027 presidency: “Why Tinubu will lose,” APC chieftain spills in trending interview

Politics

9 months ago

Court remands Yahaya Bello in Kuje prison over alleged N110bn fraud, details emerge

Politics

9 months ago

Google Trend 2024: List of top 10 searches by Nigerians emerges

Nigeria

9 months ago

Yahaya Bello vs EFCC: Ex-gov appears in FCT high court over alleged Kogi fraud, video trends

Politics

9 months ago

A former Kogi state governor, Yahaya Bello, on Tuesday, appeared at the Federal Capital Territory high court in Abuja. A video of the development has emerged.

Sowore reacts as Peter Obi visits Afe Babalola to seek pardon for Dele Farotimi: “Colossal injustice”

Nigeria

9 months ago

The 2023 AAC presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has criticized Labour Party's Peter Obi, for leading a delegation to Afe Babalola’s office in Ekiti state.

“Possession of destiny and wealth”: Tragedy as man reportedly kills mother in Bayelsa, police react

Nigeria

9 months ago

Bayels state police authorities have arrested a 22-year-old man for allegedly stabbing his mother to death over claims she hindered his destiny and wealth.

Ado Bayero’s daughter cries out to Tinubu, others: “We are part of the royal Emirate of Kano”

Nigeria

9 months ago

Zainab, daughter of the late Emir Ado Bayero of Kano, has appealed to President Tinubu and Governor Aba Yusuf for financial support to secure an apartment in Lagos.

Oluyede assumes office as Nigeria’s 24th Chief of Army Staff

Nigeria

9 months ago

Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede was officially inaugurated as the 24th army chief, following his appointment by President Tinubu and confirmation by the National Assembly.

Obasanjo shares how Satan enthrones leaders: “He must not be underrated”

Politics

9 months ago

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has rejected the notion all leaders are enthroned by God. He also spoke on leadership influenced by God and Satan.

Court grants Dele Farotimi N50m bail, gives condition

Nigeria

9 months ago

The Ekiti state magistrate court has granted Dele Farotimi, a N50 million bail. Omoyele Sowore, the 2023 presidential candidate, confirmed and shared details.

John Mahama’s victory: INEC chairman mentions what Ghana learned from Nigeria

Politics

9 months ago

Mahmood Yakubu, INEC chairman, has hailed the outcome of Ghana's presidential and parliamentary elections. He noted that they reflect lessons learned from Nigeria.

Bauchi: ADC House of Reps candidate resigns from party, gives reason

Politics

9 months ago

Zakari Garba, the 2023 House of Representatives candidate in Bauchi state, has resigned from the ADC. He cited mismatched values as the reason for his decision.

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