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

2665 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

2025 international award: Nigerian senate president Akpabio wins most peaceful man amid battle with Natasha

2025 international award: Nigerian senate president Akpabio wins most peaceful man amid battle with Natasha

Nigeria

12 days ago

Full list: Lagos government to take action against 176 illegal estates, issues 21-day ultimatum

Full list: Lagos government to take action against 176 illegal estates, issues 21-day ultimatum

Nigeria

12 days ago

Battle for who becomes PDP chair begins as 4 powerful politicians eye position ahead of 2027

Battle for who becomes PDP chair begins as 4 powerful politicians eye position ahead of 2027

Nigeria

12 days ago

2027 election: Peter Obi defends 4 years proposal to rule Nigeria: "I’ve never snatched or rigged election"

2027 election: Peter Obi defends 4 years proposal to rule Nigeria: "I’ve never snatched or rigged election"

Nigeria

12 days ago

Is Jonathan the best candidate for 2027 election? Buhari’s former aide speaks out

Is Jonathan the best candidate for 2027 election? Buhari’s former aide speaks out

Politics

12 days ago

“We strongly believe": Leaked memo shows war between ADC, obidients as details emerge

“We strongly believe": Leaked memo shows war between ADC, obidients as details emerge

Politics

13 days ago

Ex-presidential aide Reno Omokri mentions only type of ladies that deserve bride price

Ex-presidential aide Reno Omokri mentions only type of ladies that deserve bride price

Nigeria

13 days ago

Reno Omokri said only virgins deserved bride price, criticised white weddings, and urged Africans to return to traditional and scriptural marriage values.

Tension in Abuja as police reportedly shoot, kill son of chief Imam

Tension in Abuja as police reportedly shoot, kill son of chief Imam

Nigeria

13 days ago

Police reportedly shot dead Chief Imam's son during a land dispute in Kuchibuyi, sparking outrage as residents accused officers of excessive force and cover-up.

Immigration issues 6 warnings to Nigerians over US visas, "You must strictly adhere"

Immigration issues 6 warnings to Nigerians over US visas, "You must strictly adhere"

Nigeria

13 days ago

The NIS warned Nigerians against violating US visa terms, as breaches like overstaying or birth tourism could lead to deportation or future entry bans.

Crisis in ADC deepens as group raises alarm over fresh plot to hijack party

Crisis in ADC deepens as group raises alarm over fresh plot to hijack party

Politics

13 days ago

BCD warns of plot to hijack ADC, slams David Mark’s past as anti-democratic, and urges party to reject his comeback under the so-called “Coalition for 2027.”

Charles Omole To Speak On ‘Disruptive AI’ At NBA-AGC 2025

Charles Omole To Speak On ‘Disruptive AI’ At NBA-AGC 2025

Nigeria

13 days ago

Renowned jurist and security policy expert Dr Charles Omole will be among the headline speakers at the 2025 Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).

2027 election: What is causing crisis in ADC? Bala Gombe finally shares details

2027 election: What is causing crisis in ADC? Bala Gombe finally shares details

Politics

13 days ago

ADC chair Nafiu Bala denied resigning, blamed a fake letter on 2027 plotters, and vowed to resist efforts by elites and monarchs to hijack the party.

Tinubu issues fresh warning to content creators, others, "Verify before you post"

Tinubu issues fresh warning to content creators, others, "Verify before you post"

Nigeria

14 days ago

Tinubu urged content creators to act with integrity, verify info, and foster unity, while assuring support for digital growth and national development.

Tinubu's top minister takes strong action to stop frequent boat mishaps: "We can't do it alone"

Tinubu's top minister takes strong action to stop frequent boat mishaps: "We can't do it alone"

Nigeria

14 days ago

Oyetola seeks state support to end boat mishaps, unveils plan to replace unsafe boats, enforce safety, and act on NIWA’s 64-point water transport reform report.

ADC crisis: OPA speaks on how David Mark is allegedly destroying the party, offers way out

ADC crisis: OPA speaks on how David Mark is allegedly destroying the party, offers way out

Politics

14 days ago

OPA accused ex-Senate President David Mark of plotting to hijack ADC, recalling his alleged role in the June 12 annulment and urging Nigerians to resist him.

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