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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

Author's articles

Reactions as 58 University of Ibadan law students graduate with first-class honours

Reactions as 58 University of Ibadan law students graduate with first-class honours

Nigeria

6 months ago

Dollar crashes below N1,400 at black market, traders announce new exchange rates

Dollar crashes below N1,400 at black market, traders announce new exchange rates

Money

6 months ago

2026 UTME: JAMB addresses possibility of deadline extension amid low turnout nationwide

2026 UTME: JAMB addresses possibility of deadline extension amid low turnout nationwide

Education

6 months ago

Firm launches peer-to-peer platform for user wagers

Firm launches peer-to-peer platform for user wagers

Nigeria

6 months ago

Dangote appoints daughters to top executive roles amidst expansion drive

Dangote appoints daughters to top executive roles amidst expansion drive

Money

6 months ago

Dangote predicts naira to dollar exchange rate of N1,100 in 2026, gives reasons

Dangote predicts naira to dollar exchange rate of N1,100 in 2026, gives reasons

Money

6 months ago

Male survivors of gender-based violence speak out on experiences in Nigerian hospitals

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Male survivors of gender-based violence speak out on experiences in Nigerian hospitals

Nigeria

6 months ago

Male survivors of gender-based violence have disclosed their struggles in Nigerian hospitals. The victims speak of verbal abuse and emotional strain.

Tears as Nigerian woman dies 3 days after arriving UK for her son's graduation, more details emerge

Tears as Nigerian woman dies 3 days after arriving UK for her son's graduation, more details emerge

Family and Relationships

6 months ago

A woman who travelled to the UK for her son's graduation ceremony has died three days after she landed in the country. More details about her death have emerged.

Verydarkman’s Stormy Journey and His War Against Fraud: "Is He Partial?"

Verydarkman’s Stormy Journey and His War Against Fraud: "Is He Partial?"

Celebrities

6 months ago

Explore Verydarkman's journey as a social media activist, his battles against fraud, and the controversy surrounding his approach amid struggles and criticism

EFCC keeps El-Rufai overnight again as probe deepens

EFCC keeps El-Rufai overnight again as probe deepens

Nigeria

6 months ago

Former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai has reportedly spent a second night in EFCC custody as investigations continue. Sources also speak on possible bail.

Lagos govt reacts to viral alleged sexual assault video, tells survivor what to do

Lagos govt reacts to viral alleged sexual assault video, tells survivor what to do

Nigeria

6 months ago

Lagos State authorities had reacted to a viral rape allegation, confirming efforts to reach the alleged survivor amid growing public debate online.

E-Money shuts down Lagos, unveils 30 Cars to be given away for his birthday

E-Money shuts down Lagos, unveils 30 Cars to be given away for his birthday

Celebrities

6 months ago

E-Money reveals over 30 luxury vehicles for his grand birthday giveaway, honouring staff, friends, and family. Netizens speculate on this year’s lucky recipients.

Ramadan: New prices for rice, beans, other food items emerge

Ramadan: New prices for rice, beans, other food items emerge

Economy

6 months ago

As Nigerians prepare for Ramadan, staple food prices such as rice, beans, maize, and groundnuts rise in some states, while others remain largely stable.

Traveller who paid almost $14,000 for first class flight on Singapore Airlines posts experience

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Traveller who paid almost $14,000 for first class flight on Singapore Airlines posts experience

People

6 months ago

A traveller shared his experience after paying $13,980 (almost N19m) to fly First Class on Singapore Airlines. He showed off the interior of his first class suite.

10 most affordable states to live in Nigeria based on new data

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10 most affordable states to live in Nigeria based on new data

Economy

6 months ago

Nigeria’s inflation eased to 15.10% in January 2026, while food inflation slowed sharply, signaling moderating price pressures and improved affordability nationwide.

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