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

2805 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

Zamfara airstrikes: Nigerian military makes U-turn, vows to probe ‘accidental’ bombing of civilians

Zamfara airstrikes: Nigerian military makes U-turn, vows to probe ‘accidental’ bombing of civilians

Nigeria

7 months ago

2027: SDP chairman Gabam breaks silence on alleged alliance with El-Rufai, Atiku's allies

2027: SDP chairman Gabam breaks silence on alleged alliance with El-Rufai, Atiku's allies

Politics

7 months ago

Another ex-senior Dunamis pastor drags Paul Enenche, lists preachers who exited since 1999 and their reasons

Another ex-senior Dunamis pastor drags Paul Enenche, lists preachers who exited since 1999 and their reasons

Nigeria

7 months ago

Sokoto airstrike: Security expert sends message to Nigerian Army, makes 2 demands

Sokoto airstrike: Security expert sends message to Nigerian Army, makes 2 demands

Nigeria

7 months ago

Abimbola Akeem Owoade: 10 facts about Alaafin of Oyo-elect as Makinde gives approval

Abimbola Akeem Owoade: 10 facts about Alaafin of Oyo-elect as Makinde gives approval

Nigeria

7 months ago

Former Nigerian senator reacts as President Tinubu bans homosexuality in military

Former Nigerian senator reacts as President Tinubu bans homosexuality in military

Nigeria

7 months ago

Military airstrikes reportedly kill several people in Zamfara State, many injured

Military airstrikes reportedly kill several people in Zamfara State, many injured

Nigeria

7 months ago

An airstrike in Zamfara State, has reportedly killed several people and left many injured, raising concerns and prompting calls for clarity on the incident.

"Transforming lives": President hails Lagos top businessman Chief Rasaq Okoya at 85

"Transforming lives": President hails Lagos top businessman Chief Rasaq Okoya at 85

Nigeria

7 months ago

President Bola Tinubu congratulates Chief Rasaq Okoya, industrialist and Eleganza Group Chairman, on his 85th birthday, celebrated on January 12, 2025.

Jigawa: 3 judicial officers sacked, 3 Sharia court judges advised to urgently resign, reasons emerge

Jigawa: 3 judicial officers sacked, 3 Sharia court judges advised to urgently resign, reasons emerge

Nigeria

7 months ago

Jigawa State Judicial Service Commission sacks three judicial officers for misconduct, advises three Shari’a Court judges to resign, and reprimands two others.

2027: 'Why Tinubu's son Seyi could be next Lagos State governor’: youth minister explains

2027: 'Why Tinubu's son Seyi could be next Lagos State governor’: youth minister explains

Politics

7 months ago

Youth Minister Ayodele Olawande has addressed speculation about Seyi Tinubu, President Bola Tinubu’s son, potentially becoming the next governor of Lagos State.

"How former American President Jimmy Carter saved my life from Abacha": Obasanjo speaks

"How former American President Jimmy Carter saved my life from Abacha": Obasanjo speaks

Nigeria

7 months ago

Former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo paid tribute to his late friend, former U.S. president Jimmy Carter, describing him as a “titan and man of peace.”

Major shake-up as Nigerian Army redeploys GOCs, appoints new commander for MNJTF

Major shake-up as Nigerian Army redeploys GOCs, appoints new commander for MNJTF

Nigeria

7 months ago

COAS Olufemi Oluyede has approved the redeployment of senior officers in a shake-up to strengthen the Nigerian Army's operational capacity and tackle insecurity.

Dangote, Fubara, Top List at OurNigeria Awards 2024

Dangote, Fubara, Top List at OurNigeria Awards 2024

Politics

7 months ago

The highly anticipated 2024 OurNigeria Awards have been unveiled, recognizing individuals and institutions that have excelled in their fields and contributed to Nigeria’s development.

"Focus on taking your people out of poverty": Presidency slams Bauchi governor

"Focus on taking your people out of poverty": Presidency slams Bauchi governor

Nigeria

7 months ago

President Bola Tinubu has strongly responded to Governor Bala Mohammed's criticisms of his administration's reforms, particularly the ongoing tax reform initiatives.

Apply now: Tinubu's govt launches applications for free AI academy for youths

Apply now: Tinubu's govt launches applications for free AI academy for youths

Nigeria

7 months ago

The Federal Government, via the Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology, has opened applications for a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) Academy program.

Ezra Ukanwa