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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

Author's articles

Tinubu told to sack Buhari’s appointee “act swiftly”

Tinubu told to sack Buhari’s appointee “act swiftly”

Politics

4 months ago

Was Buhari poisoned while in office? Aisha finally breaks silence

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Was Buhari poisoned while in office? Aisha finally breaks silence

Nigeria

4 months ago

"Buhari believed I planned to kill him": Aisha Buhari opens up

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"Buhari believed I planned to kill him": Aisha Buhari opens up

Nigeria

4 months ago

How terrorists allegedly planned to mass kidnap KWASU students on campus before relocation

How terrorists allegedly planned to mass kidnap KWASU students on campus before relocation

Education

4 months ago

Was Akpabio hospitalised in London after collapsing? Senate president's aide clarifies

Was Akpabio hospitalised in London after collapsing? Senate president's aide clarifies

Nigeria

4 months ago

Major reason for drop in power supply nationwide mentioned as Nigerians raise concerns

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Major reason for drop in power supply nationwide mentioned as Nigerians raise concerns

Nigeria

4 months ago

Wizkid's 1st son Bolu spotted dancing, vibing to Davido's song at event, fans react: "Life no hard"

Wizkid's 1st son Bolu spotted dancing, vibing to Davido's song at event, fans react: "Life no hard"

Music

4 months ago

"Bolu, Wizkid’s son, gets the internet buzzing with his dance to Davido’s song, sparking reactions amid the ongoing feud between the two superstars.

Did Buhari endorse Ahmad Lawan for APC’s 2023 presidential ticket? New book shares insider details

Did Buhari endorse Ahmad Lawan for APC’s 2023 presidential ticket? New book shares insider details

Politics

4 months ago

A new Buhari biography reveals how aides allegedly tried to impose ex-senate president Ahmad Lawan as APC’s 2023 presidential candidate using fake orders.

Olamide Olajide: The founder who believes every handcrafted shoe tells a story

Olamide Olajide: The founder who believes every handcrafted shoe tells a story

Industry

4 months ago

Shoeniverse Leathers, founded by Olamide Olajide, transforms handcrafted shoes and leather accessories into symbols of pride while empowering young artisans.

Regina Daniels: Alleged message nanny sent to actress amid custody battle surfaces, elicit reactions

Regina Daniels: Alleged message nanny sent to actress amid custody battle surfaces, elicit reactions

Nollywood

4 months ago

Regina Daniels opens up about her painful custody battle with Ned Nwoko, sharing an emotional post about her children’s nanny’s struggles and offering comfort.

US embassy sends new message to Nigerians on visa application

US embassy sends new message to Nigerians on visa application

Nigeria

4 months ago

The US Embassy in Nigeria has warned Nigerians against visa fraud, stating fake documents or lies led to permanent bans under US immigration law.

Man living in UK all his life visits Nigeria for first time, posts experience: "Felt the difference"

Man living in UK all his life visits Nigeria for first time, posts experience: "Felt the difference"

People

4 months ago

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a UK-based man documented his journey to Nigeria for the first time. Netizens reacted massively.

Senator Abaribe explains why Tinubu will not win 2027 election

Senator Abaribe explains why Tinubu will not win 2027 election

Politics

4 months ago

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has said President Bola Tinubu will not win the 2027 election, citing hardship, insecurity and growing dissatisfaction among Nigerians.

Dangote fights NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed, alleges N7bn spent on children’s education in 4 years

Dangote fights NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed, alleges N7bn spent on children’s education in 4 years

Energy

4 months ago

Aliko Dangote accuses NMDPRA CEO Farouk Ahmed of enabling cheap fuel imports, undermining local refining, and spending $5 million on his children's education.

Abaribe says he will never join APC amid wave of defections

Abaribe says he will never join APC amid wave of defections

Politics

4 months ago

Abia South Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has stated that he will never consider defecting to the APC, insisting that he is the last person to contemplate such a move.

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