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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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Breaking: Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan finally resumes at plenary session, "I owe no apology"

Breaking: Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan finally resumes at plenary session, "I owe no apology"

Nigeria

a year ago

Just in: Court freezes bank account allegedly linked to Atiku’s son-in-law as details emerge

Just in: Court freezes bank account allegedly linked to Atiku’s son-in-law as details emerge

Nigeria

a year ago

Just In: Nigerian governor applies for Tinubu's wife to become his mother

Just In: Nigerian governor applies for Tinubu's wife to become his mother

Nigeria

a year ago

2027 election: Tension rocks ADC as Obi likely to begin fresh plot, "If they don't zone ticket to south"

2027 election: Tension rocks ADC as Obi likely to begin fresh plot, "If they don't zone ticket to south"

Politics

a year ago

Breaking: Anglican Church of Nigeria officially cuts ties with Church of England, gives reason

Breaking: Anglican Church of Nigeria officially cuts ties with Church of England, gives reason

Nigeria

a year ago

Breaking: FG announces first-ever cashless Nigerian airport as details emerge

Breaking: FG announces first-ever cashless Nigerian airport as details emerge

Nigeria

a year ago

UK police release images of men who burnt down mosque with 2 people inside

UK police release images of men who burnt down mosque with 2 people inside

Nigeria

a year ago

UK police released images of suspects who set fire to a Peacehaven mosque with two people inside, as leaders condemned the hate crime and urged unity.

"2 reasons we succeeded in Nigeria's constitutional review": Agbese speaks

"2 reasons we succeeded in Nigeria's constitutional review": Agbese speaks

Nigeria

a year ago

The House Committee on Constitution Review credited its success to Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu’s visionary leadership and members’ strong commitment.

2027 election: "Not Tinubu," Top APC leader mentions 2 people capable of rescuing Nigeria

2027 election: "Not Tinubu," Top APC leader mentions 2 people capable of rescuing Nigeria

Politics

a year ago

APC chieftain Salihu Nataro urged Nigerians to back a Dangote–Otti ticket in 2027, saying it could rescue the economy, curb poverty and strengthen reforms.

Dangote refinery: Powerful northern leaders uncover fresh conspiracy as details emerge

Dangote refinery: Powerful northern leaders uncover fresh conspiracy as details emerge

Nigeria

a year ago

The ACF warned that entrenched cabals plotted to cripple Dangote Refinery, condemned union coercion, and urged federal protection of the strategic asset.

2027 Plot To sack Tinubu: Oshiomhole speaks out, "El-Rufai is in APC"

2027 Plot To sack Tinubu: Oshiomhole speaks out, "El-Rufai is in APC"

Politics

a year ago

Adams Oshiomhole expressed surprise at El-Rufai’s defection to SDP, dismissed 2027 threats against Tinubu, and praised Kaduna’s governor for unity.

Southeast governor mentions when Tinubu may release Nnamdi Kanu

Southeast governor mentions when Tinubu may release Nnamdi Kanu

Nigeria

a year ago

Abia Gov. Alex Otti said Tinubu was open to releasing IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu soon, while Tinubu urged south-east residents to stay peaceful as talks continued.

What Akpabio told APC chairman Nentawe during his mother's burial In Jos is finally out

What Akpabio told APC chairman Nentawe during his mother's burial In Jos is finally out

Nigeria

a year ago

Senate President Akpabio joined leaders at APC chair Yilwatda’s mother’s burial, urging solace in her legacy while praising Tinubu’s unifying leadership.

Nigerian customs announces important update for applicants "You must complete before the deadline"

Nigerian customs announces important update for applicants "You must complete before the deadline"

Nigeria

a year ago

The NCS reminded shortlisted candidates to finish their pre-test by Oct 6, 2025, stressing it was a practice exercise and not part of final recruitment.

Adamawa boosts healthcare delivery as IOM, JICA train 219 frontline workers

Adamawa boosts healthcare delivery as IOM, JICA train 219 frontline workers

Nigeria

a year ago

Through a $4.49million JICA-funded project, IOM and Adamawa agency equip 219 health workers to improve maternal, child, and community healthcare.

Ezra Ukanwa