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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.

6290 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

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Naira reverses gain, crashes against dollar, pound, euro as CBN slowdown appreciation

Naira reverses gain, crashes against dollar, pound, euro as CBN slowdown appreciation

Money

6 months ago

Video of Davido's land and uncompleted structure at Eko Atlantic surfaces: "Underground na water"

Video of Davido's land and uncompleted structure at Eko Atlantic surfaces: "Underground na water"

Music

6 months ago

Fire incident: Flights resume at Lagos airport as FAAN activates emergency plans

Fire incident: Flights resume at Lagos airport as FAAN activates emergency plans

Industry

6 months ago

Breaking: New Development as ICPC denies El-Rufai bail

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Breaking: New Development as ICPC denies El-Rufai bail

Nigeria

6 months ago

University of Ibadan law student who repeated primary school, wrote UTME 4 times bags first class

University of Ibadan law student who repeated primary school, wrote UTME 4 times bags first class

People

6 months ago

CBN approves as another bank begins operation in Nigeria

CBN approves as another bank begins operation in Nigeria

Money

6 months ago

Tonto Dikeh dines with ex-hubby's family, daughter from baby mama, video elicits reactions

Tonto Dikeh dines with ex-hubby's family, daughter from baby mama, video elicits reactions

Nollywood

6 months ago

A video of Tonto Dikeh and her ex-husband’s family has elicited reactions from fans. Many prayed for them to get back together as they rooted for a full reunion.

US lists 18 things Nigeria must do before it can be removed from country of particular concern

US lists 18 things Nigeria must do before it can be removed from country of particular concern

US

6 months ago

US officials had listed 18 conditions Nigeria must meet to be removed from the watchlist, stressing aid, security reforms, and protection of Christian communities.

Just in: El-Rufai files N1 billion suit against ICPC, others, reason, details emerge

Just in: El-Rufai files N1 billion suit against ICPC, others, reason, details emerge

Politics

6 months ago

Former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has filed a N1 billion lawsuit against the ICPC and others, citing reasons that have now come to light.

Stock market maintains strong performance in first day of trading in new week

Stock market maintains strong performance in first day of trading in new week

Capital Market

6 months ago

The Nigerian stock market rose 0.65% on Thursday, driven by FTG Insurance, Okomu Oil, and Fidson Healthcare, while Taj Sukuk and Total Insurance declined.

Dollar rises in black market on Monday, traders quote new exchange rate

Dollar rises in black market on Monday, traders quote new exchange rate

Money

6 months ago

The US dollar rose on Monday as traders confirmed higher rates for pounds and euros, amid BDCs traders ongoing difficulties accessing foreign exchange.

Nigerian doctor who borrowed money to relocate to UK after unpaid salaries shares experience

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Nigerian doctor who borrowed money to relocate to UK after unpaid salaries shares experience

People

6 months ago

A Nigerian doctor shared how he borrowed money to relocate to the United Kingdom. He shared how he worked as a doctor for 14 months before he was paid.

Full List: US to deport 113 Nigerians, releases list and names of newly added 19

Full List: US to deport 113 Nigerians, releases list and names of newly added 19

World

6 months ago

US authorities expanded deportation list as 19 more Nigerians convicted of crimes were added, raising total to 113 amid crackdown on criminal migrants.

Davido's custody battle, five other controversies that shook internet between January and February

Davido's custody battle, five other controversies that shook internet between January and February

Celebrities

6 months ago

Explore the January-February 2026 entertainment controversies, featuring Davido's custody battle, celebrity feuds, and viral incidents that ignited online debates.

2027: Is Peter Obi under DSS, EFCC watch? Aide opens up on situation of ex-presidential candidate

2027: Is Peter Obi under DSS, EFCC watch? Aide opens up on situation of ex-presidential candidate

Politics

6 months ago

Peter Obi’s aide Yunusa Tanko has reacted to claims of DSS and EFCC investigations, clarifying whether the former presidential candidate faces charges ahead of 2027.

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