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

2677 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

Just In: Tinubu removes Ganduje's top ally as chairman of BUK governing council

Just In: Tinubu removes Ganduje's top ally as chairman of BUK governing council

Nigeria

17 days ago

Man who threatened to burn his international passport if Tinubu didn't win in 2023 cries out for help

Man who threatened to burn his international passport if Tinubu didn't win in 2023 cries out for help

Nigeria

17 days ago

Breaking: Powerful PDP chieftain dumps party, announces next move

Breaking: Powerful PDP chieftain dumps party, announces next move

Politics

18 days ago

Why Millions Can’t Stop Watching Big Baby Boi’s Outrageous Street Comedy

Why Millions Can’t Stop Watching Big Baby Boi’s Outrageous Street Comedy

Nigeria

18 days ago

Breaking: Tinubu orders major restructuring, relocates top govt office to presidency as details emerge

Breaking: Tinubu orders major restructuring, relocates top govt office to presidency as details emerge

Nigeria

18 days ago

Breaking: ASUU, SSANU declare indefinite strike as LASU shuts down varsity

Breaking: ASUU, SSANU declare indefinite strike as LASU shuts down varsity

Nigeria

18 days ago

2027 election: Viral video shows Atiku declaring confidence to get presidential ticket, aide breaks silence

2027 election: Viral video shows Atiku declaring confidence to get presidential ticket, aide breaks silence

Nigeria

18 days ago

Atiku’s team clarified the viral video was from 2023, not 2025, accusing media of mischief as supporters defended him against image-tarnishing efforts.

'Tinubu's 2yrs better than Yar'Adua, Buhari, Jonathan, Obasanjo': APC declares, gives reasons

'Tinubu's 2yrs better than Yar'Adua, Buhari, Jonathan, Obasanjo': APC declares, gives reasons

Nigeria

18 days ago

Felix Morka defended Tinubu, claiming his 2-year performance surpassed predecessors, despite opposition criticisms, & challenged critics to offer alternatives.

Ganduje breaks silence as APC announces new national chairman

Ganduje breaks silence as APC announces new national chairman

Politics

18 days ago

Ganduje calls Yilwatda's APC chairmanship timely and strategic, urges party unity, hails Tinubu’s leadership, and pledges full support to his successor.

"I will not join ADC": Nigerian governor declares ahead of 2027 election

"I will not join ADC": Nigerian governor declares ahead of 2027 election

Nigeria

18 days ago

Governor Adeleke dismisses ADC defection rumours, reaffirms PDP loyalty, cites strong performance, and backs Tinubu for 2027 as Osun PDP pushes party unity.

2027 elections: Fayose predicts what will happen to PDP

2027 elections: Fayose predicts what will happen to PDP

Politics

18 days ago

Ayodele Fayose predicted PDP would finish fourth in 2027, called it a “carcass,” and hinted he could join APC, ADC, or Labour due to internal crises.

Breaking: Dino Melaye finally dumps PDP, announces next decision

Breaking: Dino Melaye finally dumps PDP, announces next decision

Politics

19 days ago

Dino Melaye resigned from the PDP, citing the party’s failure to address Nigeria’s problems and saying he could no longer support its agenda in good conscience.

"Obi may not be given 2027 ticket": LP factional secretary declares, explains why

"Obi may not be given 2027 ticket": LP factional secretary declares, explains why

Nigeria

19 days ago

LP’s Umar Ibrahim warned Obi risked losing the 2027 ticket over divided loyalty, backing Baba-Ahmed as credible while LP’s internal crisis persisted.

Troops kill over 300 top bandit leaders as Ribadu declares: "You must lay down your arms"

Troops kill over 300 top bandit leaders as Ribadu declares: "You must lay down your arms"

Nigeria

19 days ago

The Nigerian Army killed over 300 top bandit leaders, weakening groups and urging remaining fighters to surrender amid ongoing security challenges in some regions.

FG Urged to Key into Digital Development for Youth Empowerment

FG Urged to Key into Digital Development for Youth Empowerment

Nigeria

19 days ago

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s technology and education sectors have called on the Federal Government to adopt and support digital initiatives aimed at empowering young Nigerians with skills, mentorship, and sustainable opportunities.

Ezra Ukanwa