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

2689 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

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

"Others should follow": Obi breaks silence after Ganduje announced resignation as APC chairman

"Others should follow": Obi breaks silence after Ganduje announced resignation as APC chairman

Nigeria

a month ago

Economic hardship: Adeboye announces major spiritual action to change Nigeria's situation

Economic hardship: Adeboye announces major spiritual action to change Nigeria's situation

Nigeria

a month ago

June 12: Why Abacha couldn’t kill Tinubu’s mother, MKO Abiola’s son speaks

June 12: Why Abacha couldn’t kill Tinubu’s mother, MKO Abiola’s son speaks

Nigeria

a month ago

Impact rankings 2025: Top 10 universities advancing SDGs in the world

Impact rankings 2025: Top 10 universities advancing SDGs in the world

World

a month ago

Abdullahi Ganduje: Alleged reason APC chairman resigned suddenly is finally out

Abdullahi Ganduje: Alleged reason APC chairman resigned suddenly is finally out

Politics

a month ago

Nigerians react as Ganduje suddenly resigns as APC chairman

Nigerians react as Ganduje suddenly resigns as APC chairman

Nigeria

a month ago

Ganduje resigned as APC chairman citing health reasons. Nigerians reacted linking move to 2027 election strategy and Kwankwaso’s possible return to the ruling party.

Nigerian Army takes 2 major actions after losing 17 soldiers

Nigerian Army takes 2 major actions after losing 17 soldiers

Nigeria

a month ago

The Army is mourning 17 soldiers killed in Niger. 10 others were injured in fierce battles, while troops and airstrikes dealt heavy blows to fleeing bandits.

"Corp members earn more than us": Lecturers of 2 top institutions cry out, demand immediate action

"Corp members earn more than us": Lecturers of 2 top institutions cry out, demand immediate action

Nigeria

a month ago

Kaduna lecturers decried poor pay as corps members earn more, cite decaying infrastructure, soaring costs, and urge urgent action to save education sector.

Did Kenya govt demand that Nigeria should return Nnamdi Kanu immediately? Facts emerges

Did Kenya govt demand that Nigeria should return Nnamdi Kanu immediately? Facts emerges

Africa

a month ago

Kenya denied suing Nigeria over Nnamdi Kanu’s arrest; ICC and ICJ confirm no case filed. Kanu’s lawyer also says he's unaware of any legal action.

Alleged $5m fund diversion: Protesters beg AGF, ICPC, others over petition against NMDPRA boss

Alleged $5m fund diversion: Protesters beg AGF, ICPC, others over petition against NMDPRA boss

Nigeria

a month ago

Protesters in Abuja demanded action against NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed over alleged $5m fund misuse, urging AGF, ICPC, and CCB to ensure justice and accountability.

Breaking: Tinubu reportedly agrees to reinstate Fubara, issues 1 condition

Breaking: Tinubu reportedly agrees to reinstate Fubara, issues 1 condition

Politics

a month ago

President Bola Tinubu has agreed to reinstate Siminalayi Fubara as the governor of Rivers state — but with the condition that he will not seek re-election in 2027.

How 2 pilots of US B2 bombers stayed alive in the sky for 37hrs on mission to bomb Iran nuclear sites

How 2 pilots of US B2 bombers stayed alive in the sky for 37hrs on mission to bomb Iran nuclear sites

US

a month ago

US B-2 bombers flew 37 hours to strike Iran’s nuclear sites, with pilots relying on in-flight comforts like toilets and bunk space during Operation Midnight Hammer.

Breaking: Tinubu rejects NDLEA bIll, reason, other details emerge

Breaking: Tinubu rejects NDLEA bIll, reason, other details emerge

Nigeria

a month ago

President Tinubu rejected the NDLEA Bill 2025, citing concerns over financial accountability and opposing NDLEA’s retention of seized crime proceeds.

Governor Makinde renames Poly Ibadan as details emerge

Governor Makinde renames Poly Ibadan as details emerge

Nigeria

a month ago

Governor Makinde has renamed The Polytechnic, Ibadan to Omololu Olunloyo Polytechnic, honouring the late ex-governor’s legacy in education and leadership.

Ezra Ukanwa