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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, 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

3918 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

Reps Deputy spokesperson sends message to Abbas over his leadership in the parliament

Reps Deputy spokesperson sends message to Abbas over his leadership in the parliament

Nigeria

27 days ago

INEC announces what Nigerians should expect in 2027 elections: "We can't guarantee perfection"

INEC announces what Nigerians should expect in 2027 elections: "We can't guarantee perfection"

Nigeria

27 days ago

OJC gun, AK-47 rifles: Full list of items recovered as GOC survives deadly ambush in Kebbi state

OJC gun, AK-47 rifles: Full list of items recovered as GOC survives deadly ambush in Kebbi state

Nigeria

27 days ago

Firm Unveils NEV T3 to boost electric mobility in Nigeria

Firm Unveils NEV T3 to boost electric mobility in Nigeria

Nigeria

28 days ago

Breaking: ADC southern leaders announce preferred 2027 presidential candidate, "He is our son"

Breaking: ADC southern leaders announce preferred 2027 presidential candidate, "He is our son"

Nigeria

a month ago

Breaking: Death toll after Israel attacked Iran released

Breaking: Death toll after Israel attacked Iran released

World

a month ago

Just In: 20 people confirmed dead after cargo plan with huge sum of money crashed, location emerges

Just In: 20 people confirmed dead after cargo plan with huge sum of money crashed, location emerges

Nigeria

a month ago

At least 20 dead after a Bolivian military cargo plane crash near La Paz. Authorities report chaos as crowds loot cash; investigation underway into its legality.

Actual reason US declared war against Iran emerges as Trump vows 'certain death'

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Actual reason US declared war against Iran emerges as Trump vows 'certain death'

US

a month ago

President Trump asserts preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons is the US's priority, as airstrikes are launched amid warnings to Iranian forces and citizens.

Global tension as US declares war against Iran, "You will face certain death"

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Global tension as US declares war against Iran, "You will face certain death"

US

a month ago

US President Trump launches major military operations against Iran, warning of dire consequences for resistance. Highlights threats to US and allies.

Just In: Possible airstrikes loom as Trump receives new message on abductions, killings in Nigeria

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Just In: Possible airstrikes loom as Trump receives new message on abductions, killings in Nigeria

Nigeria

a month ago

Donald Trump receives briefings on Nigeria's abductions and killings, sparking debates on possible US military action vs. concerns over sovereignty and intervention.

Tinubu, NASS urged to immediately take action against ‘misuse’ of gas flaring funds

Tinubu, NASS urged to immediately take action against ‘misuse’ of gas flaring funds

Nigeria

a month ago

Coalition urges President Tinubu to reconsider gas flaring penalties as revenue, highlighting health risks and calling for environmental justice in the Niger Delta.

Breaking: FG arraigns Ozekhome, ex-FCT minister's son over alleged fraud

Breaking: FG arraigns Ozekhome, ex-FCT minister's son over alleged fraud

Nigeria

a month ago

Federal Government arraigns Mike Ozekhome, SAN, and Ponfa Useni over alleged fraud linked to disputed UK property. Court grants ₦10m bail to each defendant.

Full list: All 30 states governed by APC is out ahead of 2027

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Full list: All 30 states governed by APC is out ahead of 2027

Politics

a month ago

Gov Ahmadu Fintiri has defected to APC from PDP, boosting APC's control to 30 states as the party prepares for the 2027 elections and diminishing PDP's influence.

Just In: Another top Katsina government official dies in car accident, gov Radda reacts

Just In: Another top Katsina government official dies in car accident, gov Radda reacts

Nigeria

a month ago

Explore the profound message of Jesus’ forsakenness on the Cross. Understand the significance of His sacrifice and its impact on humanity's salvation today.

Gov Abiodun commissions Iworo–Ogbogbo–Igbeba road, makes 2 promises

Gov Abiodun commissions Iworo–Ogbogbo–Igbeba road, makes 2 promises

Nigeria

a month ago

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, commissions the Iworo–Ogbogbo–Igbeba Road, enhancing connectivity and pledging two more roads by year's end.

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