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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

Author's articles

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

11 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

11 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

11 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

11 months ago

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

11 months ago

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

11 months ago

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

11 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

11 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

11 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

11 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

11 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

11 months ago

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

Rampant attacks and killings: Northern governors take important action together

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Rampant attacks and killings: Northern governors take important action together

Nigeria

11 months ago

Northern governors plan high-level security meeting in Kaduna on November 29 to address rising attacks and abductions, with traditional rulers playing key role.

NIMC, NIPOST, Others Rank Among Poorest Performers as PEBEC Releases BFA Report

NIMC, NIPOST, Others Rank Among Poorest Performers as PEBEC Releases BFA Report

Nigeria

11 months ago

Nigeria aims to cut cargo dwell time at ports from 21 days to 7 by 2026, with reforms led by PEBEC, improving efficiency through collaboration and joint port inspections.

Pope Leo XIV demands immediate release of kidnapped priests, students in 2 African countries

Pope Leo XIV demands immediate release of kidnapped priests, students in 2 African countries

Nigeria

11 months ago

Pope Leo XVI calls for the immediate release of abducted persons in Nigeria and Cameroon, urging authorities to act swiftly amid growing insecurity.

Ezra Ukanwa