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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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Wike's spokesperson shares update amid reports FCT minister travelled to UK for medical attention

Wike's spokesperson shares update amid reports FCT minister travelled to UK for medical attention

Politics

7 months ago

CBN MPC member predicts naira will strengthen to N1,400/$1 by end of 2025

CBN MPC member predicts naira will strengthen to N1,400/$1 by end of 2025

Money

7 months ago

FG to train 100,000 construction workers, provide job opportunities nationwide for artisans

FG to train 100,000 construction workers, provide job opportunities nationwide for artisans

Economy

7 months ago

Portable links signee with Tiwa Savage, her reaction trends as he leaks chat

Portable links signee with Tiwa Savage, her reaction trends as he leaks chat

Music

7 months ago

US imports from Nigeria crash by 41% as Trump's tariff escalates trade tensions

US imports from Nigeria crash by 41% as Trump's tariff escalates trade tensions

Economy

7 months ago

Rivers crisis: “What I met when Tinubu appointed me as Sole Administrator” Ibas opens up

Rivers crisis: “What I met when Tinubu appointed me as Sole Administrator” Ibas opens up

Politics

7 months ago

Nationwide fuel distribution: Dangote releases cheaper petrol prices in 11 states

Nationwide fuel distribution: Dangote releases cheaper petrol prices in 11 states

Energy

7 months ago

The Dangote Refinery has commenced its nationwide fuel distribution, crashing petrol prices in 11 states to intensify the war with marketers and depot owners.

"Marry your best friend o": Video as groom gushes over pretty bride after seeing her on wedding day

"Marry your best friend o": Video as groom gushes over pretty bride after seeing her on wedding day

People

7 months ago

A video making the rounds on social media has captured the moment a Nigerian man reacted to seeing his bride on their wedding day. Netizens reacted.

Mammoth crowd paints Kano white as Muslims celebrate Takutaha

Mammoth crowd paints Kano white as Muslims celebrate Takutaha

Nigeria

7 months ago

Millions fill Kano streets in a peaceful Takutaha procession celebrating Prophet Muhammad’s birth, showcasing faith, unity, and centuries-old tradition.

Naira surges on CBN’s $29m intervention, analysts predict break below N1,500

Naira surges on CBN’s $29m intervention, analysts predict break below N1,500

Economy

7 months ago

The Nigerian currency, the naira, is surging against the US dollar, propelled by a combination of forex inflows and the CBN's interventions in the FX market.

Missing Brother of Mbadiwe Twins shares what he was given to drink: “Thank God for safety”

Missing Brother of Mbadiwe Twins shares what he was given to drink: “Thank God for safety”

Celebrities

7 months ago

Odera Mbadiwe, the brother of reality stars, Mbadiwe twins has been finally found after being declared missing. He said he was given a substance to drink.

Air India staff video hijacked by fake crash claims on social media, sparks concern

Air India staff video hijacked by fake crash claims on social media, sparks concern

World

7 months ago

A viral video falsely linked to Air India flight AI171 crew was filmed days before the crash. Social media posts miscaptioned it, prompting public refutation.

Peter Obi meets Obasanjo amid quest for a new Nigeria, photo emerges

Peter Obi meets Obasanjo amid quest for a new Nigeria, photo emerges

Politics

7 months ago

Presidential hopeful Peter Obi has met former President Olusegun Obasanjo amid the quest for a new Nigeria. Photos of the meeting emerged online.

Medicine, pharmacy, law, CLA top as UI releases admission cut-off marks

Medicine, pharmacy, law, CLA top as UI releases admission cut-off marks

Education

7 months ago

The University of Ibadan has released 2025/2026 cut-off marks with Medicine topping at 78.875% and lowest set at 50% across several courses in different departments.

Jada P opens up on rumoured marriage to Wizkid, her reaction after catching friend's bouquet trends

Jada P opens up on rumoured marriage to Wizkid, her reaction after catching friend's bouquet trends

Music

7 months ago

Jada P has shared her take about rumour of her marriage to Wizkid. She was seen catching a bouquet at a friend's wedding. Her action trended and fans reacted.

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