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Ezra Ukanwa

Education: Bachelor of Science (BSc), Mass Communication, Anchor University, Ayobo, Lagos. MSc, Development Communication, Bingham University, Nasarawa state. Nigerian Institute of Management (2022). Google Digital Skills from Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Editor-in-Chief, Current Times Newspapers (2020); Anchor Sentinel (Deputy Editor-in-Chief, 2021); Vanguard Newspapers, (2024)

Awards: Best Campus Journalist (Anchor University Communications Award, 2019), Best Student in Journalism (Anchor University Convocation Award, 2021)

Ezra Ukanwa is a Reuters-certified journalist with over 5 years of professional experience. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication from Anchor University, Lagos. Currently, he is the Politics and Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng. He previously worked as a senior correspondent at Vanguard Newspapers. Ezra was recognized as Best Campus Journalist at the Anchor University Communications Awards in 2019 and is also a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM). Contact him at: ezra.ukanwa@corp.legit.ng or +2349036989944

4697 articles published since 17 May 2024

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Tinubu's order: IGP mentions number of police officers withdrawn from VIPs nationwide

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Tinubu's order: IGP mentions number of police officers withdrawn from VIPs nationwide

Nigeria

7 months ago

Just in: Court makes final judgement on ex-Binance chief, Gambaryan vs EFCC, NSA

Just in: Court makes final judgement on ex-Binance chief, Gambaryan vs EFCC, NSA

Nigeria

7 months ago

Fight for Biafra: "Nnamdi Kanu destroyed Igbo land," Video shows angry lady blasting convicted IPOB leader

Fight for Biafra: "Nnamdi Kanu destroyed Igbo land," Video shows angry lady blasting convicted IPOB leader

Nigeria

7 months ago

Nigerian pastor Akerele releases 4 'strange' prophecies about Nigeria: "The lord spoke clearly"

Nigerian pastor Akerele releases 4 'strange' prophecies about Nigeria: "The lord spoke clearly"

Nigeria

7 months ago

New twist as Tinubu's govt told to allow certain Nigerians own guns: "Urgent"

New twist as Tinubu's govt told to allow certain Nigerians own guns: "Urgent"

Nigeria

7 months ago

Just In: Reps speak out shortly after Tinubu ordered withdrawal of police from VIPs

Just In: Reps speak out shortly after Tinubu ordered withdrawal of police from VIPs

Nigeria

7 months ago

Wike issues more threats over shutdown order of schools in Abuja, "They wont be spared"

Wike issues more threats over shutdown order of schools in Abuja, "They wont be spared"

Nigeria

7 months ago

FCT Minister Wike suspends Mandate Secretary over unauthorized school closure memo. FCTA denies rumors of school shutdown and promises sanctions for those involved.

Alleged corruption: Court takes action over trial of Ganduje, his wife, others

Alleged corruption: Court takes action over trial of Ganduje, his wife, others

Nigeria

7 months ago

Kano High Court adjourns trial of former governor Ganduje and seven others to February 3, 2026. Charges include bribery, conspiracy, and misappropriation of funds.

How to check if you are successfully shortlisted as Army releases 2025 short service list

How to check if you are successfully shortlisted as Army releases 2025 short service list

Nigeria

7 months ago

Nigerian Army releases 2025 Short Service shortlist, instructs candidates to report to NDA Kaduna by December 1. Warns against late arrival and document alterations.

Updated: Tinubu's govt clears air over alleged ban on open grazing

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Updated: Tinubu's govt clears air over alleged ban on open grazing

Nigeria

7 months ago

Federal government bans open grazing to reduce farmers-herders conflicts. Minister Maiha urges cattle rearers to embrace ranching for safety and profit.

Tinubu, Matawalle, security chiefs hailed for rescue of 24 abducted Kebbi schoolgirls

Tinubu, Matawalle, security chiefs hailed for rescue of 24 abducted Kebbi schoolgirls

Nigeria

7 months ago

NPD commends Tinubu, Matawalle, and security forces for the successful rescue of 24 Kebbi schoolgirls. Praise for leadership, community support, and execution.

Stakeholder speaks on reversal of the 2022 National Language Policy

Stakeholder speaks on reversal of the 2022 National Language Policy

Nigeria

7 months ago

Oluwafemi Popoola supports reversal of Nigeria's 2022 National Language Policy, highlighting practical challenges of mother-tongue education and need for English.

Trending video shows Oyedepo speaking on how Marljuana was secretly planted in his car in 1987

Trending video shows Oyedepo speaking on how Marljuana was secretly planted in his car in 1987

Nigeria

7 months ago

Bishop Oyedepo recalls 1987 incident in Kaduna where marljuana was planted in his car, highlighting divine protection as police attempted to search the vehicle.

Breaking: Wike issues fresh order for all secondary schools in FCT amid tension nationwide

Breaking: Wike issues fresh order for all secondary schools in FCT amid tension nationwide

Nigeria

7 months ago

FCTA orders early closure of Abuja senior secondary schools due to rising security concerns. Schools to inform parents and adjust academic activities.

Powerful monarch raises fresh alarm over possible attacks in Kwara, "We're vulnerable"

Powerful monarch raises fresh alarm over possible attacks in Kwara, "We're vulnerable"

Nigeria

7 months ago

Owa of Eruku raises alarm over vulnerability to attacks, thanks authorities for swift rescue. Governor AbdulRazaq promises permanent security base.

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