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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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Breaking: NSA issues emergency yuletide security alert to 36 governors, "You must prepare"

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Breaking: NSA issues emergency yuletide security alert to 36 governors, "You must prepare"

Nigeria

4 months ago

Oshiomhole, other lawmakers grill new NMDPRA CEO, ask two key questions in viral video

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Oshiomhole, other lawmakers grill new NMDPRA CEO, ask two key questions in viral video

Politics

4 months ago

"Big rep for Afrobeats": Big names missing as three Nigerian stars make Obama’s 2025 music list

"Big rep for Afrobeats": Big names missing as three Nigerian stars make Obama’s 2025 music list

Celebrities

4 months ago

The penumbra of influence: How mercenary journalism built false narratives around NAHCON

The penumbra of influence: How mercenary journalism built false narratives around NAHCON

Opinion

4 months ago

Full list of cabals in Tinubu's government emerges as author of Buhari's biography speaks

Full list of cabals in Tinubu's government emerges as author of Buhari's biography speaks

Politics

4 months ago

Buhari's daughter drops bombshell, mentions official document with forged signature

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Buhari's daughter drops bombshell, mentions official document with forged signature

Nigeria

4 months ago

Governor Fintiri announces one-month salary bonus as Christmas gift for Adamawa civil servants

Governor Fintiri announces one-month salary bonus as Christmas gift for Adamawa civil servants

Nigeria

4 months ago

Gov Fintiri of Adamawa State has approved a one-month salary bonus for civil servants as a Christmas gift, aiming to ease economic pressure and boost festive cheer.

Carter Efe emerges Africa’s most-followed streamer on Twitch, surpasses Shank Comics

Carter Efe emerges Africa’s most-followed streamer on Twitch, surpasses Shank Comics

Music

4 months ago

Carter Efe breaks a new record on Twitch after inviting Davido to his livestream, gaining over 135 new followers and surpassing 5 million total followers.

Heartbroken lady shares how her younger brother died while playing football, moves many to tears

Heartbroken lady shares how her younger brother died while playing football, moves many to tears

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

A Nigerian lady shared how she lost her younger brother after he went to play football. She nmourned him, stating that her brother had wanted to become a priest.

Another Nigerian airline set to commence international flights in 2026

Another Nigerian airline set to commence international flights in 2026

Industry

4 months ago

Ibom Air plans to launch international flights from Uyo in April 2026, boosting regional connectivity and joining other Nigerian carriers on internation routes.

Buhari’s daughter exposes how Tunde Sabiu allegedly wielded power over ministers

Buhari’s daughter exposes how Tunde Sabiu allegedly wielded power over ministers

Politics

4 months ago

Fatima, daughter of late President Muhammadu Buhari, reveals how Tunde Sabiu wielded extensive influence over ministers and controlled access to the president.

Tension in Zamfara as angry youths attack lawmaker over poor representation

Tension in Zamfara as angry youths attack lawmaker over poor representation

Politics

4 months ago

Angry mob in Zamfara state attacked a state lawmaker during Governor Dauda Lawal’s visit to Dansadau, accusing him of neglect and poor representation.

Priscilla, Juma prank Iyabo Ojo during interview, her reaction trends: "She always put others first"

Priscilla, Juma prank Iyabo Ojo during interview, her reaction trends: "She always put others first"

Celebrities

4 months ago

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo reacts hilariously after her daughter Priscilla pranks her about her son-in-law's cancelled show in Nigeria while at Pulse TV office

US travel restrictions explained: What changes for Nigerians with existing visas

US travel restrictions explained: What changes for Nigerians with existing visas

Industry

4 months ago

There is confusion among Nigerians with existing visas to the United States following the travel ban imposed on the country President Donald Trump's administration.

American man laments, narrates how new US travel ban stops his Nigerian wife from joining him abroad

American man laments, narrates how new US travel ban stops his Nigerian wife from joining him abroad

Family and Relationships

4 months ago

An American man shared how the new US travel ban blocked his Nigerian wife from joining him abroad, explaining how the restriction affected their plans to reunite.

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