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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

4714 articles published since 17 May 2024

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Federal civil service recruitment: FG releases important update for all applicants

Federal civil service recruitment: FG releases important update for all applicants

Nigeria

10 months ago

Gunmen who abducted top businessman, 7-month pregnant wife, daughter give conditon for their release

Gunmen who abducted top businessman, 7-month pregnant wife, daughter give conditon for their release

Nigeria

10 months ago

Immigration announces new fee for Nigerian passport, commencement date, other details

Immigration announces new fee for Nigerian passport, commencement date, other details

Nigeria

10 months ago

Popular Nigerian pastor reveals age doctors told him he would die: “I have escaped death"

Popular Nigerian pastor reveals age doctors told him he would die: “I have escaped death"

Nigeria

10 months ago

Just In: El-Rufai finally speaks out on what he will do in 2027, "Remove the oppressors"

Just In: El-Rufai finally speaks out on what he will do in 2027, "Remove the oppressors"

Politics

10 months ago

2027 election: "I will not step down for anyone," Amaechi declares, gives reasons

2027 election: "I will not step down for anyone," Amaechi declares, gives reasons

Politics

10 months ago

Tinubu's govt takes fresh action to boost Nigeria's military production capacity

Tinubu's govt takes fresh action to boost Nigeria's military production capacity

Nigeria

10 months ago

The Tinubu government partners with D7G to boost Nigeria’s military production, promote African self-reliance, and strengthen regional security cooperation.

Igbos vow to take bold action in 2027 election: "We can not continue like this"

Igbos vow to take bold action in 2027 election: "We can not continue like this"

Politics

10 months ago

Igbo leaders vow bold action ahead of 2027 elections, planning a Political Summit and charter to unite voters and reclaim their political influence.

Gunmen attack home of top businessman, abduct his 7-month pregnant wife, daughter, kill vigilante

Gunmen attack home of top businessman, abduct his 7-month pregnant wife, daughter, kill vigilante

Nigeria

10 months ago

Gunmen attacked a Katsina home, killed a vigilante, and abducted a businessman, his pregnant wife, and child, sparking fears over worsening insecurity.

Tinubu's govt lauded over developmental strides in Nigeria Customs: "In less than two years"

Tinubu's govt lauded over developmental strides in Nigeria Customs: "In less than two years"

Nigeria

10 months ago

Jonathan Eze said Comptroller-General Adeniyi transformed Nigeria Customs, boosting revenue, trade, and enforcement, aligning with Tinubu’s economic agenda.

Isaac Balami: APC chieftain who built Africa’s 1st private aeronautics university clocks at 41

Isaac Balami: APC chieftain who built Africa’s 1st private aeronautics university clocks at 41

Nigeria

10 months ago

Aviation entrepreneur Isaac Balami, 41, celebrated for building Africa’s 1st private aeronautics university, pioneering businesses, and aiding 500+ orphans.

How to apply as Nigerian Air Force 2025 recruitment begins, application link emerges

How to apply as Nigerian Air Force 2025 recruitment begins, application link emerges

Nigeria

10 months ago

NAF opens 2025 recruitment for DSSC 34/2025. Applications are free, online, Aug 27–Oct 7. Eligibility covers age, fitness, education, and citizenship.

Civil service recruitment: Did Akwa Ibom govt promise stipends to unsuccessful applicants? Gov Eno speaks out

Civil service recruitment: Did Akwa Ibom govt promise stipends to unsuccessful applicants? Gov Eno speaks out

Nigeria

10 months ago

Governor Umo Eno denies paying stipends to unsuccessful civil service applicants; only CBT passers advance, while youths get a separate ₦50,000 grant.

2027 election: Will Obi, Jonathan join the PDP presidential race? Senator Moro provides new update

2027 election: Will Obi, Jonathan join the PDP presidential race? Senator Moro provides new update

Politics

10 months ago

Senator Abba Moro hints at talks with Peter Obi and Jonathan on possible PDP return, as opposition camps strategise for 2027 with Obi’s platform still unclear.

Just In: Former Nigerian governor breaks silence over alleged dumping of APC for PDP ahead of 2027

Just In: Former Nigerian governor breaks silence over alleged dumping of APC for PDP ahead of 2027

Nigeria

10 months ago

Senator Gbenga Daniel denies plans to return to PDP, reaffirming loyalty to APC after his suspension, stressing he remains committed to the party.

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