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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

4778 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

King and Queen of England take fresh action as Pope Francis battles to stay alive

King and Queen of England take fresh action as Pope Francis battles to stay alive

Europe

a year ago

CSOs Praises President Tinubu, minister Matawalle,NSA ,security forces for 90% drop in insecurity

CSOs Praises President Tinubu, minister Matawalle,NSA ,security forces for 90% drop in insecurity

Nigeria

a year ago

E-visa system, digitalized airport cards unveiled as Tinubu's govt sends crucial message to Nigerians

E-visa system, digitalized airport cards unveiled as Tinubu's govt sends crucial message to Nigerians

Nigeria

a year ago

Tinubu’s govt mentions number of doctors who have japa and how much Nigeria has lost over 5 years

Tinubu’s govt mentions number of doctors who have japa and how much Nigeria has lost over 5 years

Nigeria

a year ago

“It's genocide": Nigerian governor spits fire as 52 die after herders’ attacks

“It's genocide": Nigerian governor spits fire as 52 die after herders’ attacks

Nigeria

a year ago

Abia: Police arrest 3 mortuary attendants over alleged missing parts of deceased

Abia: Police arrest 3 mortuary attendants over alleged missing parts of deceased

Nigeria

a year ago

"I left office with the same physical assets I had before my presidency": Ex-Nigerian president declares

"I left office with the same physical assets I had before my presidency": Ex-Nigerian president declares

Nigeria

a year ago

Former President Buhari says he left office with the same assets he had before taking power, urging leaders to serve the people, not pursue personal gain.

Tinubu's govt issues strong warning to Nigerians against paying ransom to bandits, gives reasons

Tinubu's govt issues strong warning to Nigerians against paying ransom to bandits, gives reasons

Nigeria

a year ago

NSA Malam Nuhu Ribadu has warned families of kidnapped victims against paying ransom to bandits, stressing that it fuels the cycle of criminality.

Court takes major decision after parent sues Abuja school over death of 9-year-old daughter

Court takes major decision after parent sues Abuja school over death of 9-year-old daughter

Nigeria

a year ago

An FCT High Court has awarded ₦100m in damages against Louisville Girls School, Abuja, over the death of a 9-year-old student due to medical negligence.

2027 elections: Saraki to join APC or SDP? Ex-Senate president's allies speak

2027 elections: Saraki to join APC or SDP? Ex-Senate president's allies speak

Politics

a year ago

As 2027 nears, fresh speculation surrounds ex-Senate President Bukola Saraki, will he stay in PDP or defect to APC or the rising Social Democratic Party (SDP)?

"The constitution is clear": Ndume blasts Tinubu over appointments made since he emerged president

"The constitution is clear": Ndume blasts Tinubu over appointments made since he emerged president

Nigeria

a year ago

Senator Ali Ndume has criticized President Tinubu, accusing him of deliberately violating the federal character principle in recent political appointments.

‘We’re losing ground': top northern governor raises alarm over brutal Boko Haram attacks

‘We’re losing ground': top northern governor raises alarm over brutal Boko Haram attacks

Nigeria

a year ago

Borno state Gov, Prof. Babagana Zulum, has raised alarm over renewed Boko Haram attacks, warning the state risks sliding back into chaos if not addressed swiftly.

Precious Dorti: Young Nigerian Entrepreneur Launches Global Impact Projects Through Fintech, Sports

Precious Dorti: Young Nigerian Entrepreneur Launches Global Impact Projects Through Fintech, Sports

Nigeria

a year ago

Precious Dorti, the 24-year-old founder of Perrypays Services Limited, is gaining national attention for his fast-rising fintech company and growing social impact initiatives.

Tension in Anambra as police take fresh action to stop Monday sit-at-home order

Tension in Anambra as police take fresh action to stop Monday sit-at-home order

Nigeria

a year ago

Heightened activity hit parts of Anambra on April 7 as police and security forces intensified efforts to end the Monday sit-at-home disrupting the region’s economy.

Fubara's suspension: US law institute sends important message to Tinubu, makes one demand

Fubara's suspension: US law institute sends important message to Tinubu, makes one demand

Nigeria

a year ago

ILAWDUN, a US-based legal body, urges Nigerian President Tinubu to immediately reverse the suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

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