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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.

6733 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

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Ooni of Ife, Olori Ronke share sweet moment at Olojo Festival, fans react

Ooni of Ife, Olori Ronke share sweet moment at Olojo Festival, fans react

Celebrities

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Samuel Eto’o picks between Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe for 2026 Ballon d’Or

Samuel Eto’o picks between Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe for 2026 Ballon d’Or

Football

17 days ago

Covenant university lists requirements for employing married couples in 2026

Covenant university lists requirements for employing married couples in 2026

Education

17 days ago

Video of 'rain controller' at 2026 Olojo festival in Osun sparks debate: "No one can stop God"

Video of 'rain controller' at 2026 Olojo festival in Osun sparks debate: "No one can stop God"

Celebrities

17 days ago

Apostle Selman's prophecy about prominent politician trends: “I see people gather to bury d person"

Apostle Selman's prophecy about prominent politician trends: “I see people gather to bury d person"

Celebrities

17 days ago

"Davido is like the president of Nigeria": Singer's manager opens up about his influence

"Davido is like the president of Nigeria": Singer's manager opens up about his influence

Celebrities

17 days ago

Canada opens 2 permanent residency pathways for foreign medical doctors

Canada opens 2 permanent residency pathways for foreign medical doctors

People

18 days ago

Canada announced two permanent residency pathways for foreign-trained doctors, outlining eligibility and application processes aimed at addressing workforce needs.

Man who wrote WAEC in 2019 celebrates becoming a doctor after overcoming self-doubt

Man who wrote WAEC in 2019 celebrates becoming a doctor after overcoming self-doubt

People

18 days ago

A young man George Nyamekye has shared his journey from Agogo State Senior High School to becoming a doctor, recounting self-doubt during WASSCE.

Lady who disappeared from social media makes major comeback with her new post

Lady who disappeared from social media makes major comeback with her new post

People

18 days ago

Young lady Maame Yaa Gyasiwaa has marked a major feat on X, sharing photos and a caption after a quiet period away from the platform and her followers.

UK explains how long it takes to process British citizenship application

UK explains how long it takes to process British citizenship application

People

19 days ago

The UK Home Office has explained how long it takes to process a British citizenship application and what applicants should expect while awaiting.

Canada publishes 11 courses that allow foreign students' spouses to get open work permits

Canada publishes 11 courses that allow foreign students' spouses to get open work permits

People

19 days ago

Canada has published a list of 11 courses foreigners can study that may make their spouses eligible for an open work permit to work in the country.

Super Eagles stars who scored on their debuts before Ilenikhena and Usor vs Madagascar

Super Eagles stars who scored on their debuts before Ilenikhena and Usor vs Madagascar

Football

19 days ago

George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor scored on Nigeria debuts in the 2027 AFCON qualifier against Madagascar, joining Super Eagles legends who did likewise too.

Kizz Daniel opens up on losing his mother, explains his absence from music

Kizz Daniel opens up on losing his mother, explains his absence from music

Celebrities

19 days ago

Kizz Daniel reveals his mother’s death this year forced him to pause music, as he grieves and keeps moving for his family despite the painful loss and fans.

Nigerian lady remembers late father after travelling to Paris: "I wish my dad was alive"

Nigerian lady remembers late father after travelling to Paris: "I wish my dad was alive"

People

19 days ago

A Nigerian lady who travelled to Paris penned an emotional note on the X app remembering her late father who always spoke of the city when he was alive.

Nigerian researchers advocate solutions reporting in conflict coverage

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Nigerian researchers advocate solutions reporting in conflict coverage

Education

20 days ago

A University of Ibadan don and one other scholar advocate solutions reporting in conflict coverage, highlighting the need to focus on long-term interventions.

James Ojo