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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

4737 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

Bakare breaks silence about his visit to President Tinubu: "God will help Nigeria"

Bakare breaks silence about his visit to President Tinubu: "God will help Nigeria"

Nigeria

a year ago

Herdsmen killings, attacks: Army chief Oluyede relocates to Benue with top officers

Herdsmen killings, attacks: Army chief Oluyede relocates to Benue with top officers

Nigeria

a year ago

Shadow government: DSS takes major action as Utomi, allies move to hold massive rallies

Shadow government: DSS takes major action as Utomi, allies move to hold massive rallies

Nigeria

a year ago

All schools, banks and government offices to shut down for 48 hours as details emerge

All schools, banks and government offices to shut down for 48 hours as details emerge

Nigeria

a year ago

Amaechi mentions what could've happened to APC in 2015 if Mahmood Yakubu had been INEC chairman

Amaechi mentions what could've happened to APC in 2015 if Mahmood Yakubu had been INEC chairman

Politics

a year ago

Just in: Tinubu begs Nigerians for one thing as many continue to groan over hardship

Just in: Tinubu begs Nigerians for one thing as many continue to groan over hardship

Nigeria

a year ago

Reuben Abati chides Wike, mentions who next the FCT minister may insult after Amaechi, Odili, others

Reuben Abati chides Wike, mentions who next the FCT minister may insult after Amaechi, Odili, others

Nigeria

a year ago

Reuben Abati criticised FCT Minister Wike for disrespecting political patrons and warned President Tinubu of Wike’s possible disloyalty and future attacks.

"You've no right": Shehu Sani replies Amaechi, El-Rufai over claims that Tinubu is poorly performing

"You've no right": Shehu Sani replies Amaechi, El-Rufai over claims that Tinubu is poorly performing

Politics

a year ago

Senator Shehu Sani accused El-Rufai and Amaechi of hypocrisy, dismissed their criticisms as self-serving, and highlighted security gains under Tinubu’s government.

Presidency replies factional Afenifere, lists Tinubu’s achievements in 2 years

Presidency replies factional Afenifere, lists Tinubu’s achievements in 2 years

Nigeria

a year ago

The presidency dismissed Afenifere’s criticisms, highlighting economic reforms, security gains, and anti-corruption efforts, urging constructive engagement.

“Our attention’s drawn”: Christian youths break silence after Ibiyeome warns bloggers

“Our attention’s drawn”: Christian youths break silence after Ibiyeome warns bloggers

Nigeria

a year ago

Pastor Ibiyeomie warned bloggers over falsehoods; activist Verydarkman challenged him, while Christian youths urged government action against misinformation online.

Just in: Wike finally replies Amaechi after ex-minister claimed 'he's hungry' under Tinubu's govt

Just in: Wike finally replies Amaechi after ex-minister claimed 'he's hungry' under Tinubu's govt

Nigeria

a year ago

FCT Minister Wike rejected Amaechi’s hunger claim, calling him power-hungry, and challenged his threats to remove President Tinubu, citing past political failures.

Breaking: Panic as another building collapses in Ibadan, details emerge

Breaking: Panic as another building collapses in Ibadan, details emerge

Nigeria

a year ago

A building owned by a fast-rising eatery collapsed on Dugbe-Mokola road, Ibadan. Details on casualties and rescue efforts remain unclear as investigations continue.

Breaking: Top Buhari's ally dumps APC ahead of 2027 election

Breaking: Top Buhari's ally dumps APC ahead of 2027 election

Politics

a year ago

Barrister Mohammed Abdullahi resigned from APC on June 1, with speculation growing that he may run for Nasarawa governor amid northern bloc's push to unseat Tinubu.

Benue: Over 50 brutally killed, 15 parishes shutdown by armed herders, "Army was no where to be found"

Benue: Over 50 brutally killed, 15 parishes shutdown by armed herders, "Army was no where to be found"

Nigeria

a year ago

Over 50 people were killed and 15 parishes closed after herdsmen attacks in Makurdi. Priests condemned army inaction and called for urgent government response.

"You must bear the consequences": Tinubu sends strong warning to developers

"You must bear the consequences": Tinubu sends strong warning to developers

Nigeria

a year ago

President Tinubu warned against illegal building on federal corridors, urged respect for urban laws, and praised efforts securing the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway.

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