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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.

6323 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

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List of 5 countries Donald Trump could target next after Venezuela takeover

List of 5 countries Donald Trump could target next after Venezuela takeover

World

8 months ago

Sweet video as Teni mimics Jay-Jay Okocha at daughter's wedding: "I used to watch him as a child"

Sweet video as Teni mimics Jay-Jay Okocha at daughter's wedding: "I used to watch him as a child"

Celebrities

8 months ago

Nigerian man takes family out in G-Wagon he constructed, sparks reaction

Nigerian man takes family out in G-Wagon he constructed, sparks reaction

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

Osimhen: Pere Egbi slams calls to drop Super Eagles striker after heated AFCON clash with Lookman

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Osimhen: Pere Egbi slams calls to drop Super Eagles striker after heated AFCON clash with Lookman

Celebrities

8 months ago

“Wizkid na God?” Carter Efe explodes in video as Tunde Perry says he will neve meet singer

“Wizkid na God?” Carter Efe explodes in video as Tunde Perry says he will neve meet singer

Celebrities

8 months ago

Great Nigeria building: Wife of late businessman marks wedding anniversary days after his death

Great Nigeria building: Wife of late businessman marks wedding anniversary days after his death

Family and Relationships

8 months ago

NNPC releases new petrol prices in Lagos, Abuja, Delta, Ogun, Kwara, other states

NNPC releases new petrol prices in Lagos, Abuja, Delta, Ogun, Kwara, other states

Energy

8 months ago

The NNPC has rolled out new petrol prices nationwide, with Abuja among the cheapest, reflecting Dangote Refinery’s N699 ex-gantry rate and strong market competition.

Super Eagles: BBNaija's Tacha slams those dragging Victor Osimhen over clash with Lookman

Super Eagles: BBNaija's Tacha slams those dragging Victor Osimhen over clash with Lookman

TV Shows

8 months ago

BBNaija star Tacha defends Victor Osimhen amid backlash over his clash with Ademola Lookman, praising his passion and commitment to the Super Eagles.

List of not-so-popular benefits of new tax laws for Nigerians

List of not-so-popular benefits of new tax laws for Nigerians

Nigeria

8 months ago

Nigeria’s new tax laws, enforced on January 1, 2026, reshaped fiscal policy, eased burdens on small businesses, promoted fairness, and encouraged investment growth.

Police probe Pastor Chris Okafor’s victims over bedroom allegations after he declined SCID's invite

Police probe Pastor Chris Okafor’s victims over bedroom allegations after he declined SCID's invite

Celebrities

8 months ago

Pastor Chris Okafor faces probe after missing SCID invite over bedroom scandal; police question alleged victims as investigation sparks public reaction.

UK-based man who attended Anthony Joshua’s friends’ burial mentions what boxer did before ceremony

UK-based man who attended Anthony Joshua’s friends’ burial mentions what boxer did before ceremony

People

8 months ago

A man shared his observation while attending the Anthony Joshua's friends' burial. He shared what the boxer did before the event and the kind of people who attended.

Adorable moment Davido celebrated mother-in-law's birthday during family vacation trends

Adorable moment Davido celebrated mother-in-law's birthday during family vacation trends

Music

8 months ago

Davido warms hearts with a sweet birthday celebration for Chioma’s mother during a family vacation, delighting fans with his loving gesture and heartfelt song.

Kwankwaso sends message to Gov Yusuf, lists his long-standing support

Kwankwaso sends message to Gov Yusuf, lists his long-standing support

Politics

8 months ago

Rabiu Kwankwaso, the NNPP national leader, has sent a controversial message to Abba Kabir Yusuf, detailing he has been supporting the Kano governor before power.

Genevieve Nnaji makes rare first appearance in 2026, celebrates look-alike father as he turns 90

Genevieve Nnaji makes rare first appearance in 2026, celebrates look-alike father as he turns 90

Nollywood

8 months ago

Genevieve Nnaji delights fans with a stunning Instagram post, celebrating New Year and her father's 90th birthday, sharing family moments and heartfelt wishes.

Fubara: APC asks Wike to resign as Tinubu's minister in fresh development

Fubara: APC asks Wike to resign as Tinubu's minister in fresh development

Politics

8 months ago

There was a fresh tension as the APC has told FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to resign from President Bola Tinubu's government amid rift with Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

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