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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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Osun state governor imposes 24-hour curfew on Igbajo, charges security personnel to be on red alert

Osun state governor imposes 24-hour curfew on Igbajo, charges security personnel to be on red alert

Politics

5 months ago

Actress Olayinka Adebanjo who lost her 28-year-old son welcomes baby, fans rejoice: "Glory to God"

Actress Olayinka Adebanjo who lost her 28-year-old son welcomes baby, fans rejoice: "Glory to God"

Nollywood

5 months ago

Man narrates escape from kidnappers who attacked passengers in Kogi: “We crossed 7 rivers”

Man narrates escape from kidnappers who attacked passengers in Kogi: “We crossed 7 rivers”

People

5 months ago

"Beautiful": Nigerian man congratulates Lt. Yerima, mentions his wife's alleged name, post trends

"Beautiful": Nigerian man congratulates Lt. Yerima, mentions his wife's alleged name, post trends

People

5 months ago

Tinubu should not seek re-election in 2027, Baba-Ahmed says, gives reason

Tinubu should not seek re-election in 2027, Baba-Ahmed says, gives reason

Politics

5 months ago

Nkechi Blessing shares action she took against lady behind her viral gym pics: "I found her"

Nkechi Blessing shares action she took against lady behind her viral gym pics: "I found her"

Nollywood

5 months ago

2027 election: Amaechi speaks out as Atiku’s bloc reportedly eyes him as VP

2027 election: Amaechi speaks out as Atiku’s bloc reportedly eyes him as VP

Politics

5 months ago

Reports suggested Atiku Abubakar’s camp is considering ex-minister, Rotimi Amaechi, as his 2027 running mate. Amaechi has now responded to the speculation.

Canada introduces 2026 allocations for international students, announces number of study permits

Canada introduces 2026 allocations for international students, announces number of study permits

World

5 months ago

Canada announced 2026 immigration allocations, issued 408,000 study permits, reduced temporary residents, and aimed to stabilise housing and healthcare capacity.

Alleged Christian persecution: New twist as cleric accuses Donald Trump of targeting Nigeria’s oil

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Alleged Christian persecution: New twist as cleric accuses Donald Trump of targeting Nigeria’s oil

Politics

5 months ago

A new claim has suggested that US president Donald Trump may be targeting Nigeria’s oil while commenting on alleged Christian persecution. Legit.ng has the details.

Video of Davido and female fan in Ivory Coast trends as he calls her “baby”, netizens react

Video of Davido and female fan in Ivory Coast trends as he calls her “baby”, netizens react

Celebrities

5 months ago

Watch as Davido shares a heartwarming moment with a female fan in Ivory Coast, sparking reactions online. Find out more about the viral video and unverified reports.

FG frowns against export of unprocessed raw materials, says investors must process locally

FG frowns against export of unprocessed raw materials, says investors must process locally

Industry

5 months ago

The Federal Government of Nigeria has said it would stop the export of unprocessed mineral resources to boost foreign exchange earnings and local manufacturing.

BBNaija's Phyna drags Isreal DMW, shares reason he parted ways with Shelia: "No fit give girl belle"

BBNaija's Phyna drags Isreal DMW, shares reason he parted ways with Shelia: "No fit give girl belle"

Celebrities

5 months ago

BBNaija's Phyna calls out Isreal DMW over his treatment of his ex-wife Shelia, sharing stunning allegations and revealing why she allegedly left him.

NELFUND says nearly 800,000 students benefit from student loan scheme

NELFUND says nearly 800,000 students benefit from student loan scheme

Economy

5 months ago

The latest data from NELFund shows that 788,947 students have benefited from the student loan scheme to date, with total loans disbursed at N140.88 billion.

“You’re the main event”: Davido tells Chioma as she shares lovely video

“You’re the main event”: Davido tells Chioma as she shares lovely video

Celebrities

5 months ago

Davido reaffirms his love for Chioma as he pens a sweet message on her Instagram video from his brother’s wedding, sparking excitement among fans.

UK-based lady returns to Nigeria permanently to marry man she met on social media, video trends

UK-based lady returns to Nigeria permanently to marry man she met on social media, video trends

People

5 months ago

A lady based in the United Kingdom has returned to Nigeria permanently to start afresh. She mentioned the main reason behind her return, and many were amazed.

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