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

2701 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

US-Based Nigerian scholar Kperogi breaks silence over claims no one can become President without North

US-Based Nigerian scholar Kperogi breaks silence over claims no one can become President without North

Politics

3 months ago

2027 Election: Afenifere announces support for one candidate amid plot to retire Tinubu

2027 Election: Afenifere announces support for one candidate amid plot to retire Tinubu

Politics

3 months ago

'How gas explosion killed my parents, daughter, others', Lagos fashion designer cries out

'How gas explosion killed my parents, daughter, others', Lagos fashion designer cries out

Nigeria

3 months ago

Just in: Wike finally breaks silence over angry women who walked out on Tinubu's wife in Rivers

Just in: Wike finally breaks silence over angry women who walked out on Tinubu's wife in Rivers

Nigeria

3 months ago

"Fintiri not a bigot": Chief of Staff fires back at critics over Fufore succession

"Fintiri not a bigot": Chief of Staff fires back at critics over Fufore succession

Nigeria

3 months ago

JUST IN: Tinubu sends major message to APC governors amid heavy criticisms from opposition leaders

JUST IN: Tinubu sends major message to APC governors amid heavy criticisms from opposition leaders

Nigeria

3 months ago

Nigerians react as JAMB finally releases scheduled times for the 2025 UTME

Nigerians react as JAMB finally releases scheduled times for the 2025 UTME

Nigeria

3 months ago

JAMB has released the schedule for the 2025 UTME, with accreditation beginning at 6:30 am, leading to mixed reactions from Nigerians over the early start times.

Alleged N80bn theft: EFCC takes fresh action on ex-NNPC chiefs

Alleged N80bn theft: EFCC takes fresh action on ex-NNPC chiefs

Nigeria

3 months ago

EFCC is investigating ex NNPC executives and recently dismissed refinery MDs over the alleged misappropriation of $2.96 billion meant for refinery rehabilitation.

Police reportedly arrest VDM in Abuja as reasons, other details emerge

Police reportedly arrest VDM in Abuja as reasons, other details emerge

Nigeria

3 months ago

Social crusader Very Dark Man (VDM) was arrested by the Nigerian Police in Abuja. His lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, revealed the arrest took place at GTB headquarters.

NJC declares 3 powerful judges suspended as details emerge

NJC declares 3 powerful judges suspended as details emerge

Nigeria

3 months ago

The National Judicial Council has suspended Justices Jane E. Inyang, Inyang Ekwo, and Aminu Baffa Aliyu for one year without pay over misconduct in separate cases.

Just in: Seyi Tinubu breaks silence after NANS president accused him of brutal attack in Abuja

Just in: Seyi Tinubu breaks silence after NANS president accused him of brutal attack in Abuja

Nigeria

3 months ago

Seyi Tinubu, son of President Tinubu, has denied accusations by NANS President, Atiku Isah, claiming he orchestrated a violent attack during the Abuja event.

2027 Election: "Retire yourselves or be retired," Top northern leader sends message to Obi, Atiku

2027 Election: "Retire yourselves or be retired," Top northern leader sends message to Obi, Atiku

Politics

3 months ago

Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed urges Atiku and Obi to retire from presidential ambitions, stating that Nigeria needs fresh, competent leadership from a younger generation.

Nigerian governor breaks silence amid claims of being at war with deputy: "They can’t break us"

Nigerian governor breaks silence amid claims of being at war with deputy: "They can’t break us"

Nigeria

3 months ago

Niger gov Mohammed Umaru Bago has denied claims of a rift with his Deputy, Yakubu Garba, calling their relationship “perfect” and reaffirming their shared vision.

VIDEO: Chimamanda Adichie breaks silence over her fertility issues: "I have zero regrets"

VIDEO: Chimamanda Adichie breaks silence over her fertility issues: "I have zero regrets"

Nigeria

3 months ago

Chimamanda Adichie has spoken out about her decision to have twin sons via surrogacy, addressing societal pressures surrounding non-traditional motherhood.

List of governors who may defect to APC ahead of 2027

List of governors who may defect to APC ahead of 2027

Politics

3 months ago

Ahead of 2027, Nigerian governors from opposition parties are reportedly considering defection to the APC. Legit.ng has put together a list of these governors.

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