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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

4314 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

Breaking: Ex-president Jonathan breaks silence after Atiku blasted him

Breaking: Ex-president Jonathan breaks silence after Atiku blasted him

Nigeria

a month ago

Breaking: FG finally takes action against individuals who allegedly plotted to overthrow Tinubu

Breaking: FG finally takes action against individuals who allegedly plotted to overthrow Tinubu

Nigeria

a month ago

Breaking: Tension as Boko Haram issues new threat, gives Nigeria 72hrs, "Women, children will die"

Exclusive

Breaking: Tension as Boko Haram issues new threat, gives Nigeria 72hrs, "Women, children will die"

Nigeria

a month ago

2027 election: Obi, Kwankwaso supporters dump Atiku, make unexpected move before ADC primaries

2027 election: Obi, Kwankwaso supporters dump Atiku, make unexpected move before ADC primaries

Politics

a month ago

Top Nigerian Reverend sends message to Christians over viral video on ‘prosperity gospel’

Top Nigerian Reverend sends message to Christians over viral video on ‘prosperity gospel’

Nigeria

a month ago

Breaking: Tension as US captures Iran cargo ship amid Strait of Hormuz battle

Breaking: Tension as US captures Iran cargo ship amid Strait of Hormuz battle

Asia

a month ago

PWDs sends strong message to Tinubu's govt over implementation of Disability Act

PWDs sends strong message to Tinubu's govt over implementation of Disability Act

Nigeria

a month ago

PWD advocates urge President Tinubu’s administration to enforce the Disability Act, highlighting systemic exclusion and calling for actionable inclusion measures.

Just In: Trump's govt mentions 4 areas US shares ties with Nigeria

Just In: Trump's govt mentions 4 areas US shares ties with Nigeria

Nigeria

a month ago

The Trump administration highlights security, trade, health, and education as key pillars in US–Nigeria relations, reinforcing diplomatic ties and economic growth.

UTME candidates who were abducted on their way to exam centers speak out, "They forced us to drink"

UTME candidates who were abducted on their way to exam centers speak out, "They forced us to drink"

Nigeria

a month ago

Survivors of a Benue State kidnapping recount four days of torture and hunger, with the Nigeria Police confirming their rescue amid ongoing investigations.

1st Nigerian female pilot who obtained commercial multi-engine license gets new message from customs

1st Nigerian female pilot who obtained commercial multi-engine license gets new message from customs

Nigeria

a month ago

Nigeria Customs Service celebrates Nafisat Balogun, its first female commercial multi-engine pilot, marking a historic breakthrough in aviation and gender equality.

Tragedy as man kills 7 of his children, 1 other in US as details emerge

Tragedy as man kills 7 of his children, 1 other in US as details emerge

US

a month ago

Tragedy struck Shreveport as 31-year-old Shamar Elkins fatally shot eight children in a domestic-related attack. Authorities investigate this horrific incident.

Breaking: Sonfada Etsu Nupe dies as Niger state, Nupe kingdom mourn

Breaking: Sonfada Etsu Nupe dies as Niger state, Nupe kingdom mourn

Nigeria

a month ago

Etsu Nupe Mahmud Abubakar's death sparks mourning across Niger state. Governor Bago describes it as a "colossal loss" to the Nupe Kingdom and reflects on his legacy.

Bauchi governor Bala's defection to APC stopped as party rejects 60/40 formula

Exclusive

Bauchi governor Bala's defection to APC stopped as party rejects 60/40 formula

Politics

a month ago

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed's planned defection to APC collapses as power-sharing talks fail, leading his camp to explore alternative political options.

Tension as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again, Trump releases fresh warning

Tension as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again, Trump releases fresh warning

Asia

a month ago

Tensions rise as Iran shuts the Strait of Hormuz, accusing the US of ceasefire violations. Attacks on vessels near Oman heighten global security concerns.

Just In: ADC youths tell Atiku how he's damaging the party ahead of 2027

Exclusive

Just In: ADC youths tell Atiku how he's damaging the party ahead of 2027

Nigeria

a month ago

ADC Youth Council criticises Atiku Abubakar for undermining party unity, citing personal ambition and internal disputes in Adamawa ahead of the 2027 elections.

Ezra Ukanwa