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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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MTN Nigeria asks customers to trade old SIM packs and devices for prizes at 8 locations

MTN Nigeria asks customers to trade old SIM packs and devices for prizes at 8 locations

Technology

a month ago

Canada announces 2 ways foreign children under 18 can apply for citizenship, explains conditions

Canada announces 2 ways foreign children under 18 can apply for citizenship, explains conditions

People

a month ago

UAE publishes 8 categories of foreigners who may qualify for citizenship, lists conditions

UAE publishes 8 categories of foreigners who may qualify for citizenship, lists conditions

People

a month ago

2027 election: Five governors reportedly resolve to back Tinubu, full list, details emerge

2027 election: Five governors reportedly resolve to back Tinubu, full list, details emerge

Politics

a month ago

UK publishes 3 acts that could lead to a foreigner's deportation in 2026, explains the law

UK publishes 3 acts that could lead to a foreigner's deportation in 2026, explains the law

People

a month ago

UK releases guidelines for foreign spouses seeking British citizenship, mentions fee

UK releases guidelines for foreign spouses seeking British citizenship, mentions fee

People

a month ago

UK lists conditions for foreign spouses of British citizens to apply for citizenship

UK lists conditions for foreign spouses of British citizens to apply for citizenship

People

a month ago

The United Kingdom has announced some conditions for spouses of British citizens to apply for their own citizenship. The eligibility process was also explained.

FG launches YOUTHCRED, opens Portal to give 500,000 Nigerian youths up to N2 million

FG launches YOUTHCRED, opens Portal to give 500,000 Nigerian youths up to N2 million

Economy

a month ago

The Federal Government launches the YOUTHCRED for Entrepreneurs initiative, offering loans of up to N2 million to empower 500,000 young Nigerians.

NDIC begins paying depositors of 46 failed microfinance banks, urges customers to claim funds

NDIC begins paying depositors of 46 failed microfinance banks, urges customers to claim funds

Industry

a month ago

NDIC starts paying insured deposits to customers of 46 revoked microfinance banks, ensuring stability and compliance amid CBN's protective measures.

Relief as Dangote resumes petrol sale in naira, announces new prices

Relief as Dangote resumes petrol sale in naira, announces new prices

Energy

a month ago

Dangote returned petrol sales to naira after one week, easing marketers' forex burden while increasing the ex-depot price by thirteen percent nationwide.

Man reacts as daughter of late NURTW leader Toba Ijaya speaks with clean accent at funeral

Man reacts as daughter of late NURTW leader Toba Ijaya speaks with clean accent at funeral

People

a month ago

A man reacted after watching a video of late NURTW leader's daughter giving an emotional speech at her father's funeral. Netizens reacted massively to the post.

Breaking: Gov Fubara finally announces preferred successor for Rivers

Breaking: Gov Fubara finally announces preferred successor for Rivers

Politics

a month ago

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers has announced his preferred successor in the state and his choice of presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections.

Top Nigerian entrepreneur Kuyoro is dead: "with heavy heart"

Top Nigerian entrepreneur Kuyoro is dead: "with heavy heart"

Nigeria

a month ago

Prominent Nigerian entrepreneur Kuyoro has died, prompting a notable tribute. Her family released a statement concerning the unfortunate development.

Prominent Nigerian Islamic scholar, Zibiri, is dead, "great loss"

Prominent Nigerian Islamic scholar, Zibiri, is dead, "great loss"

Nigeria

a month ago

Prominent Nigerian Islamic scholar Zibiri has died, prompting a tribute. The cleric's family confirmed his passing in a statement. Legit.ng has the details.

Full List: 3 APC figures loyal to Tinubu who have faced major scandals

Full List: 3 APC figures loyal to Tinubu who have faced major scandals

Politics

a month ago

A list of powerful APC powers in the circle of President Bola Tinubu has been compiled following the public prosecution and questioning among Nigerians.

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