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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

5293 articles published since 17 May 2024

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Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara Hails Mr. Thomas Akoh Etuh at 60

Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara Hails Mr. Thomas Akoh Etuh at 60

Nigeria

10 months ago

Ex-President Jonathan's cousin reacts as Bayelsa deputy gov Ewhrudjakpo reportedly slumps and dies

Ex-President Jonathan's cousin reacts as Bayelsa deputy gov Ewhrudjakpo reportedly slumps and dies

Nigeria

10 months ago

Breaking: Ex-Lagos Deputy Gov Orelope-Adefulire's only son suddenly dies

Breaking: Ex-Lagos Deputy Gov Orelope-Adefulire's only son suddenly dies

Nigeria

10 months ago

Breaking: Buhari's ex-minister Ngige remanded in Kuje prison, details emerge

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Breaking: Buhari's ex-minister Ngige remanded in Kuje prison, details emerge

Nigeria

10 months ago

N60m scandal: Fresh controversy as EFCC arraigns Peace Corps commandant, Director of Finance

Exclusive

N60m scandal: Fresh controversy as EFCC arraigns Peace Corps commandant, Director of Finance

Nigeria

10 months ago

Alleged N2.2bn fraud: EFCC arraigns Buhari's minister as details emerge

Alleged N2.2bn fraud: EFCC arraigns Buhari's minister as details emerge

Nigeria

10 months ago

Just In: Fani-Kayode opens on which country Tinubu may likely post him

Just In: Fani-Kayode opens on which country Tinubu may likely post him

Nigeria

10 months ago

Femi Fani-Kayode appeared before the Senate for ambassadorial screening, expressing that he is unaware of where President Tinubu will have him posted.

"Why Seyi Tinubu’s protection is justified": Top APC chieftain speaks

"Why Seyi Tinubu’s protection is justified": Top APC chieftain speaks

Nigeria

10 months ago

Isaac Balami defends Seyi Tinubu's security, clarifying Soyinka's comment as exaggerated, emphasizing the need for reasonable protection due to his public profile.

Top Northern governor approves N30k allowance for rural teachers

Top Northern governor approves N30k allowance for rural teachers

Nigeria

10 months ago

Katsina State government approves N30,000 monthly allowance for teachers in rural areas to boost motivation, tackle shortages, and enhance education quality.

Lagos gov Sanwo Olu honors police officers who neutralised 9 notorious kidnappers

Lagos gov Sanwo Olu honors police officers who neutralised 9 notorious kidnappers

Nigeria

10 months ago

Lagos Governor Jide Sanwo-Olu honors police officers who neutralized nine kidnappers in Ladipo, recovering weapons and vehicles in a successful operation.

"I'll not stop": Viral video shows Osun gov Adeleke explaining the real reason behind always dancing

"I'll not stop": Viral video shows Osun gov Adeleke explaining the real reason behind always dancing

Nigeria

10 months ago

Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke defends his dancing hobby, insisting it doesn’t hinder his duties, and promises to continue expressing joy through dance.

2025 recruitment: CDCFIB releases important information to all Immigration, Fire Service, other applicants

2025 recruitment: CDCFIB releases important information to all Immigration, Fire Service, other applicants

Nigeria

10 months ago

CDCFIB warns against fraudsters and fake documents in the 2025 recruitment, urging patience as preparations for the next recruitment stage continue.

Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote gets key appointment

Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote gets key appointment

Nigeria

10 months ago

Aliko Dangote appointed as the first Chairperson of the ECOWAS Business Council to drive regional economic integration, private sector investment, and growth.

Defections: Next party for Plateau governor Mutfwang finally comes to light

Defections: Next party for Plateau governor Mutfwang finally comes to light

Nigeria

10 months ago

Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang nears defection from PDP to APC, with presidential endorsement, amid ongoing party crises and opposition within APC ranks.

From Fubara to Adeleke: List of PDP governors who have dumped party since 2023

From Fubara to Adeleke: List of PDP governors who have dumped party since 2023

Politics

10 months ago

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara joins growing list of PDP governors defecting to APC, amid concerns over the party’s stability and leadership crises.

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