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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.

6154 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

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UAE publishes 5 categories of people banned from entering the country: "The blacklist"

UAE publishes 5 categories of people banned from entering the country: "The blacklist"

Asia

a month ago

Ireland lists 6 documents foreigners must have before applying for citizenship

Ireland lists 6 documents foreigners must have before applying for citizenship

People

a month ago

Denmark announces how many years foreigners must live in the country to qualify for citizenship

Denmark announces how many years foreigners must live in the country to qualify for citizenship

People

a month ago

Norway explains how many years foreigners must stay in country before applying for citizenship

Norway explains how many years foreigners must stay in country before applying for citizenship

People

a month ago

Full list: 8 senatorial aspirants who have sued APC over primaries

Full list: 8 senatorial aspirants who have sued APC over primaries

Politics

a month ago

UK announces how foreigners can now extend their visa and stay longer, gives requirements

UK announces how foreigners can now extend their visa and stay longer, gives requirements

People

a month ago

Just In: Fresh concern for APC as party chairman resigns in Gombe, gives reason

Just In: Fresh concern for APC as party chairman resigns in Gombe, gives reason

Politics

a month ago

An influential and popular APC chairman has tendered his resignation letter from the ruling party and gave reason for the development ahead of the 2027 elections.

Qatar announces citizenship application fee for foreigners, mentions amount

Qatar announces citizenship application fee for foreigners, mentions amount

People

a month ago

Qatar has published the citizenship application fee foreigners must pay and explained that applicants must meet the country's requirements before applying.

Belgium announces 4 conditions foreigners must meet before applying for citizenship

Belgium announces 4 conditions foreigners must meet before applying for citizenship

People

a month ago

The government of Belgium has announced four conditions for foreigners to be eligible for its citizenship. The requirements were also explained in this article.

Kamo State addresses claims of rift with Funke Akindele, details why they're no longer seen together

Kamo State addresses claims of rift with Funke Akindele, details why they're no longer seen together

Celebrities

a month ago

Skit maker Kamo State has finally addressed the viral rumours of rift between him and veteran actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele on social media.

Irish citizenship: 5 different ways foreigners can use to become citizens of Ireland

Irish citizenship: 5 different ways foreigners can use to become citizens of Ireland

People

a month ago

The Irish government has published a detailed breakdown of five eligibility routes for foreigners seeking Ireland citizenship. Read the five different ways here.

Qatar lists 6 categories of citizens banned from marrying foreigners in 2026, gives exceptions

Qatar lists 6 categories of citizens banned from marrying foreigners in 2026, gives exceptions

Wedding

a month ago

Qatar has outlined six categories of citizens who face restrictions on marrying foreigners under its laws. Learn who is affected by this official law.

Netherlands mentions how long foreigners must stay in country to become citizens, explains exception

Netherlands mentions how long foreigners must stay in country to become citizens, explains exception

People

a month ago

The Netherlands has announced the number of years foreigners must stay in the country before applying for Dutch citizenship. The exceptions were also explained.

5 cheapest Samsung phones to buy in Nigeria in 2026: Prices, features and full specs

5 cheapest Samsung phones to buy in Nigeria in 2026: Prices, features and full specs

Technology

a month ago

Discover Samsung's budget smartphones with top cameras and battery life. Explore the Galaxy A series options, perfect for quality features without breaking the bank

Qatar explains how many years foreigners must live in country before applying for citizenship

Qatar explains how many years foreigners must live in country before applying for citizenship

People

a month ago

Qatar has announced the number of years foreigners must stay in the country before applying for citizenship. The conditions for children were also attached.

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