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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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“I’m ready”: Lady makes emotional wish for grandma’s 100th birthday as post melts hearts

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“I’m ready”: Lady makes emotional wish for grandma’s 100th birthday as post melts hearts

Family and Relationships

5 months ago

Wizkid's partner, Jada P, opens up about motherhood: "My body has changed, nothing else to prove"

Wizkid's partner, Jada P, opens up about motherhood: "My body has changed, nothing else to prove"

Celebrities

5 months ago

Naira tumbles by 0.39% against dollar, traders quote new exchange rates

Naira tumbles by 0.39% against dollar, traders quote new exchange rates

Money

5 months ago

Top monarch opens up on rumoured death of former Anambra governor Obiano

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Top monarch opens up on rumoured death of former Anambra governor Obiano

Nigeria

5 months ago

US introduces “FIFA pass” to fast‑track visa interviews for World Cup ticket holders

US introduces “FIFA pass” to fast‑track visa interviews for World Cup ticket holders

World

5 months ago

Drama as VDM apologises after brawl with Mr Jollof: "I can't guarantee it won’t happen again"

Drama as VDM apologises after brawl with Mr Jollof: "I can't guarantee it won’t happen again"

Celebrities

5 months ago

Ned Nwoko reacts to Regina Daniels' allegation, says he doesn't want her back, WhatsApp chat trends

Ned Nwoko reacts to Regina Daniels' allegation, says he doesn't want her back, WhatsApp chat trends

Nollywood

5 months ago

Ned Nwoko responds to Regina Daniels’ allegations, sharing his concerns about her mental state, insisting she seek rehabilitation, and revealing their WhatsApp chat.

Garri price crashes by N1,800 as FG inches closer to 2025 inflation target

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Garri price crashes by N1,800 as FG inches closer to 2025 inflation target

Economy

5 months ago

Garri prices have dropped sharply nationwide as abundant cassava harvest boosts supply, easing consumer pressure while Nigeria’s inflation continues to fall.

PDP crisis: Tension as 2 rival factions set to hold parallel NEC meetings at party's headquarters

PDP crisis: Tension as 2 rival factions set to hold parallel NEC meetings at party's headquarters

Politics

5 months ago

PDP crisis worsens as the newly elected national chair, Turaki and Wike factions schedule parallel NEC meetings at the party’s Abuja headquarters.

VDM vs Mr Jollof: Rapper releases song on activist and comedian's viral fight, fans rate him

VDM vs Mr Jollof: Rapper releases song on activist and comedian's viral fight, fans rate him

Music

5 months ago

Nigerian rapper Nextoefughui has released a song inspired by the viral plane fight between VDM and Mr Jollof. Fans have praised his creativity and quick turnaround.

“I have two wives, I’m rich”: Keke driver clashes with passenger in funny video, clip trends

“I have two wives, I’m rich”: Keke driver clashes with passenger in funny video, clip trends

People

5 months ago

A Keke driver and a passenger argued loudly about who is older and richer, and a lady recorded the funny fight, making the video go viral on social media.

UN security council endorses Trump’s Gaza peace plan, authorises international stabilisation force

UN security council endorses Trump’s Gaza peace plan, authorises international stabilisation force

World

5 months ago

The UN Security Council endorsed Trump’s Gaza peace plan, authorised a stabilisation force, and set a pathway for Palestinian statehood amid Hamas rejection.

“Ned Nwoko is soliciting peace and acting differently online”: Doris Ogala drags senator over Regina

“Ned Nwoko is soliciting peace and acting differently online”: Doris Ogala drags senator over Regina

Celebrities

5 months ago

Doris Ogala calls out Ned Nwoko for sending mixed signals in his ongoing drama with Regina Daniels, exposing contrast between his private peace and public actions.

VDM vs Mr Jollof: Zazau taunts activist, says comedian turned his body to chicken, "Big for nothing"

VDM vs Mr Jollof: Zazau taunts activist, says comedian turned his body to chicken, "Big for nothing"

Celebrities

5 months ago

Portable reacts to the viral fight between Verydarkman and Mr Jollof, calling for a life sentence for those who fight on planes while taunting the activist.

VDM vs Mr Jollof: Comedian breaks silence, tenders apology to wife, kids, boss, shares what happened

VDM vs Mr Jollof: Comedian breaks silence, tenders apology to wife, kids, boss, shares what happened

Celebrities

5 months ago

Mr Jollof has reacted to the viral flight fight with VDM, offering apologies to his wife, children, the Delta governor, and passengers. He explained what happened.

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