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, where he brings his expertise to provide incisive, impactful coverage of national events. 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

2682 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

Emir Sanusi issues strong warning, speaks on 'tough' punishment for wife beaters as details emerge

Emir Sanusi issues strong warning, speaks on 'tough' punishment for wife beaters as details emerge

Nigeria

27 days ago

Just In: Natasha Akpoti placed on watch list as Immigration briefly detains her at Abuja airport

Just In: Natasha Akpoti placed on watch list as Immigration briefly detains her at Abuja airport

Nigeria

27 days ago

"I hate Peter Obi": Edo APC chairman declares, insists on security clearance before visit

"I hate Peter Obi": Edo APC chairman declares, insists on security clearance before visit

Politics

28 days ago

Trade Tops Agenda as Dr Odims Hosts Global Leaders at African Ambassadors' Economic Forum in US

Trade Tops Agenda as Dr Odims Hosts Global Leaders at African Ambassadors' Economic Forum in US

Nigeria

28 days ago

Just in: Tinubu told to immediately fire FCT minister Wike over 'atrocities'

Just in: Tinubu told to immediately fire FCT minister Wike over 'atrocities'

Nigeria

28 days ago

Top political analyst predicts who would win Benue election in 2027: "Others are dead on arrival"

Top political analyst predicts who would win Benue election in 2027: "Others are dead on arrival"

Politics

28 days ago

Datti Baba-Ahmed speaks on what he did before going to meeting Abure

Datti Baba-Ahmed speaks on what he did before going to meeting Abure

Nigeria

28 days ago

Datti Baba-Ahmed said Peter Obi knew about his NEC meeting attendance, dismissed Tanko’s claim, and urged unity within Labour Party to rescue Nigeria.

Kaduna College of Petroleum licence: Gov Uba Sani sends major message to Tinubu

Kaduna College of Petroleum licence: Gov Uba Sani sends major message to Tinubu

Nigeria

28 days ago

Governor Uba Sani hailed President Tinubu as CPESK was licensed to operate in Kaduna; PhD admissions were set for 2025 with UK ties for split-site study.

2027 election: PDP issues fresh warning to Nigerians against Tinubu, "He is bad market"

2027 election: PDP issues fresh warning to Nigerians against Tinubu, "He is bad market"

Politics

29 days ago

The PDP warned Nigerians against re-electing Tinubu in 2027, calling him "a bad market" and claimed only it had the spread and support to defeat the APC.

2027 election: Emir of Daura explains why he rejected Obi, Atiku, others to endorse Tinubu

2027 election: Emir of Daura explains why he rejected Obi, Atiku, others to endorse Tinubu

Politics

29 days ago

Emir of Daura endorsed Tinubu for 2027, praising his rare honour to Buhari. He rejected Obi, Atiku, saying no one showed similar national respect.

Just In: Natasha takes another action after security forces stopped her from entering Nat'l Assembly

Just In: Natasha takes another action after security forces stopped her from entering Nat'l Assembly

Nigeria

29 days ago

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan vowed court action after she was barred from NASS, accusing the Senate of defying a ruling that nullified her suspension.

2027 election: Nigerians react as Osun gov Adeleke suddenly declares support for Tinubu

2027 election: Nigerians react as Osun gov Adeleke suddenly declares support for Tinubu

Politics

29 days ago

Governor Adeleke of Osun, a PDP member, endorsed President Tinubu for 2027, sparking online backlash and raising questions about party loyalty and strategy.

Heavy security stops Natasha from entering National Assembly, video emerges

Heavy security stops Natasha from entering National Assembly, video emerges

Nigeria

29 days ago

Security operatives blocked Senator Natasha from entering NASS despite a court ruling reinstating her, sparking tension and questions over judicial enforcement.

Pension: "We’ve been used and dumped," Large number of retired police officers stage protest in Plateau

Pension: "We’ve been used and dumped," Large number of retired police officers stage protest in Plateau

Nigeria

29 days ago

Retired police officers in Plateau protest neglect, decry poor pensions under CPS, and demand justice; CP Adesina vows to relay their concerns to the IGP.

Pension: Retired Police officers mention what they'll do if Tinubu's govt refuses to meet their demands

Pension: Retired Police officers mention what they'll do if Tinubu's govt refuses to meet their demands

Nigeria

29 days ago

Retired police officers vow nationwide protest over CPS, reject PSC plea, and demand exit from the scheme, citing poverty and lack of post-retirement dignity.

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