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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.

5331 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

Author's articles

Bournemouth vs Man City: Mysterious cat predicts crucial Premier League game

Bournemouth vs Man City: Mysterious cat predicts crucial Premier League game

Football

a month ago

Goodluck Jonathan reportedly emerges as PDP’s sole presidential hopeful ahead of 2027 election

Goodluck Jonathan reportedly emerges as PDP’s sole presidential hopeful ahead of 2027 election

Politics

a month ago

Victor Osimhen sends message to Galatasaray fans after winning his 2nd Turkish Super League title

Victor Osimhen sends message to Galatasaray fans after winning his 2nd Turkish Super League title

Football

a month ago

Chelsea appoints former Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso as manager: "Biggest club"

Chelsea appoints former Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso as manager: "Biggest club"

Football

a month ago

Just In: Bandits kill abducted Oyo teacher, video of slain tutor speaking in captivity trends

Just In: Bandits kill abducted Oyo teacher, video of slain tutor speaking in captivity trends

Nigeria

a month ago

Redeemer’s University publishes UTME cut-off mark for admission into 2026/2027 academic session

Redeemer’s University publishes UTME cut-off mark for admission into 2026/2027 academic session

People

a month ago

Ebonyi State University releases postgraduate admission requirements for 2026/2027 session

Ebonyi State University releases postgraduate admission requirements for 2026/2027 session

People

a month ago

Ebonyi State University released postgraduate admission requirements and application guidelines for the 2026/2027 academic session for interested candidates.

Petrol marketers vow to fight Dangote Refinery's lawsuit on new import license

Petrol marketers vow to fight Dangote Refinery's lawsuit on new import license

Energy

a month ago

Petrol marketers have vowed to fight Dangote refinery’s lawsuit challenging new import licences, warning that restricting imports could threaten competition.

Petrol depot prices rise as MRS, AP, other filling stations adjust rates

Petrol depot prices rise as MRS, AP, other filling stations adjust rates

Energy

a month ago

Brent crude prices exceed $100, causing petrol hikes in Nigeria and raising transport and food costs amid global supply concerns and geopolitical tensions.

Arsenal vs Burnley: Supercomputer predicts crucial Premier League game for Gunners

Arsenal vs Burnley: Supercomputer predicts crucial Premier League game for Gunners

Football

a month ago

Opta's supercomputer predicts Arsenal vs Burnley crucial for the Premier League title. Arsenal seeks victory at the Emirates to strengthen their title chase.

APC primaries: Former presidents, governors whose children won reps tickets

APC primaries: Former presidents, governors whose children won reps tickets

Politics

a month ago

A full list of former presidents and governors whose children secured APC tickets to represent their constituencies in House of Representatives has been compiled.

Full List: APC finally releases names of 47 disqualified senatorial aspirants ahead of primaries

Full List: APC finally releases names of 47 disqualified senatorial aspirants ahead of primaries

Politics

a month ago

APC disqualified 47 senatorial aspirants in its screening ahead of the 2027 elections, with Rivers and Zamfara recording the highest numbers of exclusions.

Manchester City star Rodri sends strong warning to Arsenal after FA Cup triumph amid PL title race

Manchester City star Rodri sends strong warning to Arsenal after FA Cup triumph amid PL title race

Football

a month ago

Rodri warns Arsenal after Manchester City's FA Cup victory over Chelsea. With title hopes alive, City eyes Premier League glory as the season nears its end.

Breaking: Renowned Nigerian cleric Ajose dies suddenly, photos emerge, "hard to believe"

Breaking: Renowned Nigerian cleric Ajose dies suddenly, photos emerge, "hard to believe"

Nigeria

a month ago

Prominent Nigerian cleric Bishop Theophilus Taiwo Ajose has died suddenly, igniting reactions from religious and community leaders across the West African country.

United States waives costly visa bonds for 2026 FIFA World Cup fans

United States waives costly visa bonds for 2026 FIFA World Cup fans

US

a month ago

US waived costly visa bonds for 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket holders, easing travel for fans while critics raised concerns over immigration restrictions.

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