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James Ojo

Education: BA Mass Communication, University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN, 2013-2017); Fellow, Global Investigative Journalism Conference (GIJC 2025); Fellow, African Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC 2025); Code for Africa Fact-Checking Masterclass (2022)

Experience: Correspondent, Caracal Reports (US); Contributor, International Policy Digest (US); Reporter, The Sun Newspaper; The Nation Newspaper; Editor, CrispNG; Deputy Editor, Nigerian Village Square; Investigative journalist, TheCable Newspaper.

Awards: 2024 African Prize for Investigative Journalism (PAJI); Legit.ng Copyediting Excellence Award (2023, 2024 & 2025); Host Writer Prize for Investigative Journalism (2022); The Cable Journalist of the Year (2022); PwC Media Excellence Awards (2022)

James Ojo is an award-winning journalist and copy editor at Legit.ng. With a decade of experience in the journalism landscape, he has done several impactful reports and won top awards, including the 2024 African Prize for Investigative Journalism (PAJI). He is also a published researcher. His latest research, titled "Comparative Analysis of Online Advocacy for Good Governance and Actual Political Involvement among Nigerian Youths", was published by the International Journal of Sub-Saharan African Research (IJSSAR). He can be reached via: James.ojo@corp.legit.ng.

4911 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

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Jubilation as Nigeria announces 2025 Christmas, Boxing Day, New Year public holidays

Jubilation as Nigeria announces 2025 Christmas, Boxing Day, New Year public holidays

Nigeria

4 months ago

All 25 frequently asked questions and answers on Nigerian tax law starting January 2026

All 25 frequently asked questions and answers on Nigerian tax law starting January 2026

Economy

4 months ago

Rev Uma Ukpai’s son reacts as alleged burial arrangement for late preacher surfaces: “It’s alarming”

Rev Uma Ukpai’s son reacts as alleged burial arrangement for late preacher surfaces: “It’s alarming”

People

4 months ago

Bovi shares strategy to bag political appointment from president Tinubu, fans react

Bovi shares strategy to bag political appointment from president Tinubu, fans react

Celebrities

4 months ago

New facts emerge as remaining abducted Niger school pupils finally regain freedom

New facts emerge as remaining abducted Niger school pupils finally regain freedom

Nigeria

4 months ago

'Send soldiers to where terrorists are': Kwara traders lament alleged assault by army personnel

'Send soldiers to where terrorists are': Kwara traders lament alleged assault by army personnel

Nigeria

4 months ago

Disputed tax laws: ADC, PRP react, mention what should be done ahead of January 2026

Disputed tax laws: ADC, PRP react, mention what should be done ahead of January 2026

Nigeria

4 months ago

ADC and PRP have reacted to alleged alterations in Nigeria’s tax laws, calling for their suspension and warning of constitutional risks ahead of January 2026.

Nigerian mum of 4 in Canada announces marriage crash, shares what husband did that made her leave

Nigerian mum of 4 in Canada announces marriage crash, shares what husband did that made her leave

People

4 months ago

A Nigerian woman in Canada has opened up about her decision to leave her marriage. The mother of four announced her marriage crash and what her husband did.

Dangote begins petrol sales at N739 per litre, names filling stations to buy

Dangote begins petrol sales at N739 per litre, names filling stations to buy

Energy

4 months ago

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has commenced nationwide sales of petrol at N739 per litre through over 2,000 MRS stations, ensuring affordable fuel for Nigerians.

Sokoto accidental airstrike: Relief for families as Nigerian Air Force pays compensation to victims

Sokoto accidental airstrike: Relief for families as Nigerian Air Force pays compensation to victims

Nigeria

4 months ago

The Nigerian Air Force has paid compensation to families affected by the accidental airstrike in Sokoto State after an investigation confirmed civilian casualties.

Eyo: Tinubu speaks against alcohol consumption, video trends

Eyo: Tinubu speaks against alcohol consumption, video trends

Nigeria

4 months ago

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Sunday, December 21, warned Nigerians against alcohol consumption during the 2025 Eyo festival, sparking widespread discussion.

Lady posts unexpected message she received from man who broke up with her after 3 years of dating

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Lady posts unexpected message she received from man who broke up with her after 3 years of dating

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A Nigerian lady posted the unexpected message she received from her man after their relationship crashed. The man shared why he broke up with her in the screenshots.

Odira Nwobu: Autopsy report of late actor surfaces as director confirms he was poisoned

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Odira Nwobu: Autopsy report of late actor surfaces as director confirms he was poisoned

Nollywood

4 months ago

Odira Nwobu's death has been confirmed as a result of poisoning, leaving fans stunned. His director shares the heartbreaking news as search for answers continues.

Lady emotional as man she dated online for 20 months lands in Nigeria, video of their meeting trends

Lady emotional as man she dated online for 20 months lands in Nigeria, video of their meeting trends

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

An American man landed in Lagos after dating a Nigerian lady online for 20 months. Their emotional first meeting went viral, capturing the hearts of many.

APC announces defection of another PDP governor ahead of 2027 elections

APC announces defection of another PDP governor ahead of 2027 elections

Politics

4 months ago

The ruling APC has announced the seventh governor of PDP has dumped the party and joined its folds, now controlling second geopolitical zone in Nigeria.

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