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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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Man digs out video of moment Regina Daniels, Laila nearly got into "heated confrontation"

Man digs out video of moment Regina Daniels, Laila nearly got into "heated confrontation"

People

5 months ago

Omije Ojumi: Colleague raises funds for ailing gospel singer, post evokes concern: "Please help her"

Omije Ojumi: Colleague raises funds for ailing gospel singer, post evokes concern: "Please help her"

Music

5 months ago

Matawalle speaks on possibility of sanctioning military officer who clashed with Wike

Matawalle speaks on possibility of sanctioning military officer who clashed with Wike

Nigeria

5 months ago

New auto giant emerges as E.F. network unveils 40,000-capacity EV assembly plant in Nigeria

New auto giant emerges as E.F. network unveils 40,000-capacity EV assembly plant in Nigeria

Industry

5 months ago

NMPDRA sends message to Nigerians on petrol availability ahead of festive season

NMPDRA sends message to Nigerians on petrol availability ahead of festive season

Energy

5 months ago

Wike vs military officer: Fresh facts emerge as FCTA opens up on disputed land status, "We regret this"

Wike vs military officer: Fresh facts emerge as FCTA opens up on disputed land status, "We regret this"

Nigeria

5 months ago

Lekeelekee social media platform launches in Nigeria with 4 key features

Lekeelekee social media platform launches in Nigeria with 4 key features

Technology

5 months ago

Prince Nduka Obaigbena has launched LEKEELEKEE, a new African-built social platform designed to counter foreign digital dominance with four key features.

Naira recovers after days of depreciation as external reserves increase despite shocks

Naira recovers after days of depreciation as external reserves increase despite shocks

Economy

5 months ago

The naira has rebounded in the official foreign exchange market despite threats posed by external shocks, Also, Nigeria's external reserves hit $43.4bn.

"This guy dey give me joy": Video of Lieutenant Yerima displaying playful side surfaces

"This guy dey give me joy": Video of Lieutenant Yerima displaying playful side surfaces

People

5 months ago

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a popular naval officer identified as Yerima engaged in a funny word game. Netizens reacted.

Iyabo Ojo: Prophet warns actress and her daughter, "They want her to end like Regina"

Iyabo Ojo: Prophet warns actress and her daughter, "They want her to end like Regina"

Nollywood

5 months ago

Fans of Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo are praying for her after Prophet Abel Boma shared a prophecy warning her of potential dangers by early 2026.

Nigerian foreign minister clashes with international broadcaster over Christian persecution claims

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Nigerian foreign minister clashes with international broadcaster over Christian persecution claims

Nigeria

5 months ago

Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar clashed with Piers Morgan, rejected Christian genocide claims, and demanded his full unedited interview be aired.

“She’s so adorable”: Video of Wizkid’s daughter Morayo dancing with brothers trends

“She’s so adorable”: Video of Wizkid’s daughter Morayo dancing with brothers trends

Celebrities

5 months ago

A new video of Music star Wizkid and Jada P’s children dancing together at home is melting hearts online especially the moment their daughter Morayo joined them.

Anambra election 2025: List of biggest winners and losers

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Anambra election 2025: List of biggest winners and losers

Politics

5 months ago

From surprise victories to major setbacks, this is the full list of Anambra state’s top winners and losers in the just-concluded 2025 governorship election.

"Make dem sieze her phone": BBNaija’s Imisi finally responds after mother accused her of neglect

"Make dem sieze her phone": BBNaija’s Imisi finally responds after mother accused her of neglect

Celebrities

5 months ago

BBNaija Season 10 winner, Imisi Ayanwale, has finally reacted after her mother released a viral video accusing her of neglecting her family after her win.

Lady who went out in Calabar at 9am cries out over what she saw, shares video: "Is it everywhere?"

Lady who went out in Calabar at 9am cries out over what she saw, shares video: "Is it everywhere?"

People

5 months ago

A lady in Calabar shared her surprise after noticing that shops didn't open until 9-10am, sparking a discussion about business hours in different cities.

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