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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

4655 articles published since 17 May 2024

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Just in: Nigerian police extradite suspected 'Yahoo boy' to US over romance scam, wire fraud, others

Just in: Nigerian police extradite suspected 'Yahoo boy' to US over romance scam, wire fraud, others

Nigeria

a month ago

Peter Obi slams INEC ahead of 2027 elections, "They are agents of the President"

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Peter Obi slams INEC ahead of 2027 elections, "They are agents of the President"

Nigeria

a month ago

Breaking: Tinubu sends nationwide message as APC begins primaries, "It is not do-or-die"

Breaking: Tinubu sends nationwide message as APC begins primaries, "It is not do-or-die"

Nigeria

a month ago

NAHCON releases number of people who have died and been hospitalised in 2026 Hajj

NAHCON releases number of people who have died and been hospitalised in 2026 Hajj

Nigeria

a month ago

NDC backs Nsofor for Anambra south senate race ahead of 2027

NDC backs Nsofor for Anambra south senate race ahead of 2027

Nigeria

a month ago

Breaking: Again, Kenneth Okonkwo announces why Obi will fail in 2027, "This is an abomination"

Breaking: Again, Kenneth Okonkwo announces why Obi will fail in 2027, "This is an abomination"

Politics

a month ago

"How Amaechi threatened to leave over preferential treatment for Obi": ADC opens up

"How Amaechi threatened to leave over preferential treatment for Obi": ADC opens up

Nigeria

a month ago

ADC responds to claims of internal strife and favoritism towards Peter Obi, asserting political balance in leadership and promoting unity through vital concessions.

Breaking: Sanwo-Olu announces fresh appointment as details emerge

Breaking: Sanwo-Olu announces fresh appointment as details emerge

Nigeria

a month ago

Lagos State Governor Sanwo-Olu appoints Kayode Oyekanmi as new General Manager of LTV, aiming for enhanced efficiency and impact following Sola Kosoko's exit.

2027 election: Tension as ex-Power minister's supporters stage protest, warn APC against 'preferred candidate'

2027 election: Tension as ex-Power minister's supporters stage protest, warn APC against 'preferred candidate'

Politics

a month ago

Supporters of Bayo Adelabu protest at the APC secretariat in Oyo, demanding direct primaries for governorship selection amid concerns over a consensus candidate.

Breaking: Tinubu's govt moves to adopt AI to crush Boko Haram, bandits, ISWAP, others

Breaking: Tinubu's govt moves to adopt AI to crush Boko Haram, bandits, ISWAP, others

Nigeria

a month ago

Nigeria strengthens security against terrorism and organised crime with AI-powered systems under the HIS project, showcased by the Defence Minister in Monaco.

Breaking: Ex- Rivers gov Amaechi takes another action to become Nigeria's President in 2027

Breaking: Ex- Rivers gov Amaechi takes another action to become Nigeria's President in 2027

Nigeria

a month ago

Rotimi Amaechi officially declares his presidential bid for Nigeria's 2027 election, pledging to restore national dignity and improve citizens' welfare.

Pastor Bolaji Idowu breaks silence over death of Alexx Ekubo, "Irony of life"

Pastor Bolaji Idowu breaks silence over death of Alexx Ekubo, "Irony of life"

Nigeria

a month ago

Pastor Bolaji Idowu reflects on society's tendency to honour figures like Alexx Ekubo only after death, igniting discussions on appreciation during life.

Breaking: After 72-year jail sentence, court takes fresh action against ex-AGF

Breaking: After 72-year jail sentence, court takes fresh action against ex-AGF

Nigeria

a month ago

Court orders the forfeiture of ex-AGF Chukwunyere Nnabuoku's assets worth billions after his corruption conviction, including bank accounts and valuable properties.

Breaking: Jubilation as Tinubu's govt approves another 'peculiar ' allowance for civil servants

Breaking: Jubilation as Tinubu's govt approves another 'peculiar ' allowance for civil servants

Nigeria

a month ago

Federal Government approves 40% peculiar allowance for civil servants, resolving industrial action threats and marking a breakthrough in minimum wage negotiations.

2027 election: Edun mentions 2 top political bigwigs capable of ensuring APC victory in Kwara

2027 election: Edun mentions 2 top political bigwigs capable of ensuring APC victory in Kwara

Nigeria

a month ago

Lt. Col. Edun warns the APC of challenges in Kwara's 2027 elections, emphasising the need for strong candidates and President Tinubu’s continued support for success.

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