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, where he brings his expertise to provide incisive, impactful coverage of national events. 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

2688 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

Has Tinubu never slept in other state apart from Lagos, as claimed by Peter Obi? Here is what we know

Has Tinubu never slept in other state apart from Lagos, as claimed by Peter Obi? Here is what we know

Nigeria

a month ago

Trump speaks on deporting Elon Musk to South Africa as feud worsens

Trump speaks on deporting Elon Musk to South Africa as feud worsens

US

a month ago

Dethroned Kano emir Bayero to lead prayers at Aminu Dantata’s burial in Saudi Arabia

Dethroned Kano emir Bayero to lead prayers at Aminu Dantata’s burial in Saudi Arabia

Nigeria

a month ago

Deji Somoye Charts Unconventional Path to Community Development Through Faith-Based Investments

Deji Somoye Charts Unconventional Path to Community Development Through Faith-Based Investments

Nigeria

a month ago

North central youths send message to Tinubu, Senate over confirmation of Tsenyil as NCDC MD

North central youths send message to Tinubu, Senate over confirmation of Tsenyil as NCDC MD

Nigeria

a month ago

"He hasn’t spent a night in any state": Obi blows hot as Tinubu plans to spend 8 nights in St. Lucas

"He hasn’t spent a night in any state": Obi blows hot as Tinubu plans to spend 8 nights in St. Lucas

Nigeria

a month ago

Aminu Dantata’s burial postponed, reason, new date emerge

Aminu Dantata’s burial postponed, reason, new date emerge

Nigeria

a month ago

Aminu Dantata’s burial in Medina was postponed to July 1 due to paperwork delays; top Nigerian dignitaries are already in Saudi Arabia for the rites.

How did Aminu Datanta become very successful? Business mogul opens up before his death

How did Aminu Datanta become very successful? Business mogul opens up before his death

Nigeria

a month ago

Before his death, Aminu Dantata shared how early trade, faith, land investment, and philanthropy shaped his journey from boy trader to business icon.

10 things to know about Alhassan Dantata’s business dynasty, list emerges

10 things to know about Alhassan Dantata’s business dynasty, list emerges

Nigeria

a month ago

Alhassan Dantata, great-grandfather of Aliko Dangote, built a vast trading empire, lived humbly, and laid the foundation for Africa’s most enduring business dynasty.

Aminu Dantata: Prominent Nigerian businessman to be buried in Saudi Arabia as details emerge

Aminu Dantata: Prominent Nigerian businessman to be buried in Saudi Arabia as details emerge

Nigeria

a month ago

Saudi Arabia approved the burial of late Aminu Dantata in Madinah, fulfilling his wish, as tributes pour in for the 94-year-old Nigerian business icon.

Fagbemi, Gov Yusuf, Badaru, Idris, others storm Saudi Arabia for Aminu Dantata’s burial, photos, video emerge

Fagbemi, Gov Yusuf, Badaru, Idris, others storm Saudi Arabia for Aminu Dantata’s burial, photos, video emerge

Nigeria

a month ago

FG and Kano leaders arrive Saudi Arabia as Aminu Dantata is buried in Medina, fulfilling his wish. Nigeria mourns a philanthropic icon and business titan.

Japa: Full list of 9 countries where you can easily obtain citizenship for immigrants

Japa: Full list of 9 countries where you can easily obtain citizenship for immigrants

Nigeria

a month ago

Nigerians eye fast-track citizenship in countries like Vanuatu, Turkey, and Argentina, where legal paths offer passports in as little as 2 months to 2 years.

Abdullahi Ganduje: How 3 major political forces allegedly forced APC chairman to resign

Abdullahi Ganduje: How 3 major political forces allegedly forced APC chairman to resign

Politics

a month ago

Ganduje resigned as APC chairman amid pressure from party bigwigs, Tinubu-Kwankwaso talks, and North Central push to reclaim the chairmanship slot.

2027 election: 3 powerful reasons coalition against Tinubu may work

2027 election: 3 powerful reasons coalition against Tinubu may work

Politics

a month ago

Growing hardship, youth activism, and northern discontent are fuelling a stronger, united opposition that could challenge Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.

FULL LIST: Top 10 most educated countries in the world as of 2025

FULL LIST: Top 10 most educated countries in the world as of 2025

World

a month ago

Ireland, Switzerland, and Singapore top the list of most educated nations, as 10 countries lead globally with strong universities, research, and degree holders.

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