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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.

6297 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

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Banks release new exchange rate as naira weakens, FX reserves hit $38bn

Banks release new exchange rate as naira weakens, FX reserves hit $38bn

Money

6 months ago

New tax laws: NRS makes e-invoicing mandatory for businesses, here’s how it works

New tax laws: NRS makes e-invoicing mandatory for businesses, here’s how it works

Economy

6 months ago

Nigerian woman in Canada gives breakdown of amount she spent for relocation as family of 3

Nigerian woman in Canada gives breakdown of amount she spent for relocation as family of 3

People

6 months ago

“Attention 2026 UTME candidates,” JAMB sends fresh message to all applicants

“Attention 2026 UTME candidates,” JAMB sends fresh message to all applicants

Education

6 months ago

Insecurity in Nigeria: ISWAP kills eight Nigerian soldiers in Borno state after deadly raid

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Insecurity in Nigeria: ISWAP kills eight Nigerian soldiers in Borno state after deadly raid

Nigeria

6 months ago

Canada 2026 Express Entry: Full list of occupations available to Nigerians looking to relocate

Canada 2026 Express Entry: Full list of occupations available to Nigerians looking to relocate

Industry

6 months ago

Court sentences South Korea’s former president Yoon Suk Yeol to life imprisonment

Court sentences South Korea’s former president Yoon Suk Yeol to life imprisonment

Asia

6 months ago

South Korea’s former president Yoon Suk Yeol was jailed for life after a court found he led an insurrection through a failed 2024 martial law attempt.

Unity–Providus merger surpasses CBN N200bn recapitalisation benchmark, final approval in view

Unity–Providus merger surpasses CBN N200bn recapitalisation benchmark, final approval in view

Industry

6 months ago

Unity Bank and Providus Bank's merger has exceeded N200 billion in capital, gaining regulatory backing to enhance service delivery for customers and SMEs .

10 best apps Nigerians in Canada can use to send money home

10 best apps Nigerians in Canada can use to send money home

Technology

6 months ago

With many remittance apps available globally, Nigerians abroad must choose fast, reliable, cost-effective platforms to send money home seamlessly and securely.

2027 election: Ex-presidential aspirant Adamu Garba reacts to rumours of dumping APC

2027 election: Ex-presidential aspirant Adamu Garba reacts to rumours of dumping APC

Politics

6 months ago

Former presidential aspirant, Adamu Garba, on Wednesday, addressed circulating rumours about him resigning from the APC ahead of the 2027 election.

Amaechi speaks on running in 2027 election, shares what he will do if he fails to get ADC ticket

Amaechi speaks on running in 2027 election, shares what he will do if he fails to get ADC ticket

Politics

6 months ago

Ex-Rivers governor Rotimi Amaechi discusses his intentions to run in the 2027 election and outlines what he plans to do if he does not secure the ADC party ticket.

Throwback video shows Atiku narrating how his father was jailed

Throwback video shows Atiku narrating how his father was jailed

Politics

6 months ago

A throwback video has captured Atiku Abubakar narrating the story of how his father was jailed, sharing personal insights into his family’s past.

Zenith Bank issues strong warning to Nigerians over AI-generated Jim Ovia investment scam

Zenith Bank issues strong warning to Nigerians over AI-generated Jim Ovia investment scam

Capital Market

6 months ago

Zenith Bank Plc disclaims a manipulated video falsely showing Jim Ovia endorsing an investment scheme, urging caution against fraudulent offers on social media.

FG launches new scheme for youths to borrow up to N5m for business, registration portal opens

FG launches new scheme for youths to borrow up to N5m for business, registration portal opens

Money

6 months ago

The Federal Government has launched the GROW Fund, providing youth-led businesses access to loans up to N5 million including training, mentorship.

Former vice chancellor of University of Ibadan reacts as 58 law students bag first class

Former vice chancellor of University of Ibadan reacts as 58 law students bag first class

Education

6 months ago

Former UI vice chancellor had defended the graduation of 58 first class law students, citing strong admission standards and consistent academic excellence.

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