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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, 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

3879 articles published since 17 May 2024

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Do you want to join US secret service that pays up to $75,000? Recruitment begins as application link emerges

Do you want to join US secret service that pays up to $75,000? Recruitment begins as application link emerges

Nigeria

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Breaking: Tension as Israel’s overnight operation destroys plane linked to Iran’s former leader

Breaking: Tension as Israel’s overnight operation destroys plane linked to Iran’s former leader

World

5 days ago

"Why Tinubu's govt should prioritize youth empowerment", Ex-CAN leader speaks

"Why Tinubu's govt should prioritize youth empowerment", Ex-CAN leader speaks

Nigeria

5 days ago

Probe of Abuja chief judge: CHRICED issues fresh warning to Tinubu, NJC, others

Probe of Abuja chief judge: CHRICED issues fresh warning to Tinubu, NJC, others

Nigeria

5 days ago

Breaking: Iran Supreme Leader appoints new military adviser as war with Israel, US takes another dimension

Breaking: Iran Supreme Leader appoints new military adviser as war with Israel, US takes another dimension

Nigeria

5 days ago

Breaking: Police uncover identity of those that threatened to attack Abuja under Wike's watch

Breaking: Police uncover identity of those that threatened to attack Abuja under Wike's watch

Nigeria

5 days ago

ICPC vs El-Rufai: Date court will deliver final judgment over continuous detention of ex-gov announced

ICPC vs El-Rufai: Date court will deliver final judgment over continuous detention of ex-gov announced

Nigeria

5 days ago

A Magistrate Court in Abuja will decide on the ICPC's request for a 14-day extension of Nasir El-Rufai's detention over financial misconduct allegations on March 17.

Breaking: PDP's 3rd remaining governor reportedly prepares to defect as date and next party emerge

Breaking: PDP's 3rd remaining governor reportedly prepares to defect as date and next party emerge

Nigeria

6 days ago

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed is set to defect from the PDP to the APC after negotiations on power-sharing and a Senate ticket amid ongoing party reconciliations.

Eid al-Fitr: Jubilation as Kano governor Kabir Yusuf orders early salary payment for workers

Eid al-Fitr: Jubilation as Kano governor Kabir Yusuf orders early salary payment for workers

Nigeria

6 days ago

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state approves early payment of March salaries to civil servants, ensuring they are prepared for Eid al-Fitr celebrations.

Stakeholders urges Africa to end ethnic profiling in security operations

Stakeholders urges Africa to end ethnic profiling in security operations

Nigeria

7 days ago

Experts urge authorities to abandon ethnicity-based labels in security, warning it fuels division. Dialogue addresses language use in peacebuilding efforts.

Top Nigerian university gives special award to outstanding student-athletes

Top Nigerian university gives special award to outstanding student-athletes

Nigeria

7 days ago

Unique Open University awarded ₦50 million in scholarships to student-athletes at AKETI Bowl 2, recognising academic excellence and sporting achievement in Lagos.

Breaking: Tinubu approves relocation of another top agency to Presidency

Breaking: Tinubu approves relocation of another top agency to Presidency

Nigeria

7 days ago

Two police applicants arrested for alleged certificate forgery during Bauchi recruitment screening. NECO results flagged in verification of 403 candidates.

Just In: Tinubu, Otu, Jarigbe gets notable endorsement ahead 2027

Just In: Tinubu, Otu, Jarigbe gets notable endorsement ahead 2027

Politics

7 days ago

Cross River residents in Abuja endorse President Tinubu, Governor Otu, and Senator Jarigbe for the 2027 elections, citing strong leadership and impactful projects.

Igbinedion school takes action against students caught on viral video bullying another student

Igbinedion school takes action against students caught on viral video bullying another student

Nigeria

7 days ago

Igbinedion Education Centre expulses students for bullying in viral video, condemning the behaviour and reaffirming commitment to student safety and discipline.

Breaking: Chaos in Ilorin as Doma United goalkeeper trainer beaten unconscious after 1–1 draw

Breaking: Chaos in Ilorin as Doma United goalkeeper trainer beaten unconscious after 1–1 draw

Nigeria

7 days ago

Crowd unrest at Rashidi Yekini Stadium leaves Doma United F.C. coach unconscious after a 1–1 draw against ABS FC, prompting calls for security improvements.

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