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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.

6496 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

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Trainee pilot celebrates after flying airplane by himself for the first time, video melts hearts

Trainee pilot celebrates after flying airplane by himself for the first time, video melts hearts

People

a year ago

Yul Edochie shares video of hospital as Judy prepares to give birth, netizens claims it's old clip

Yul Edochie shares video of hospital as Judy prepares to give birth, netizens claims it's old clip

Nollywood

a year ago

Man advises young people not to marry for love alone, insists marriage is an investment

Man advises young people not to marry for love alone, insists marriage is an investment

People

a year ago

Actress Wumi Toriola replies son as he explains why he’s tired of their house: “It’s not your fault”

Actress Wumi Toriola replies son as he explains why he’s tired of their house: “It’s not your fault”

Celebrities

a year ago

Innoson Motors CEO confirms price of cheapest car on sale, Nigerians react

Innoson Motors CEO confirms price of cheapest car on sale, Nigerians react

Industry

a year ago

Lawyer shares how couples can reconcile after court grants them divorce

Lawyer shares how couples can reconcile after court grants them divorce

People

a year ago

Little boy’s innocent reaction to father’s obituary banner goes viral, his words move many to tears

Little boy’s innocent reaction to father’s obituary banner goes viral, his words move many to tears

Family and Relationships

a year ago

A viral TikTok video captures a young boy excitedly pointing at his late father’s obituary banner in their compound, unaware of the situation. What he said trends.

Rita Edochie mourns Jnr Pope after he lost his father, pens emotional note: "A life so painful"

Rita Edochie mourns Jnr Pope after he lost his father, pens emotional note: "A life so painful"

Nollywood

a year ago

Rita Edochie has penned an emotional message to mourn Jnr Pope after the late actor lost his father. She said it was the actor that was supposed to bury his father.

Naira appreciates against dollar as CBN announces new interest rate

Naira appreciates against dollar as CBN announces new interest rate

Money

a year ago

The CBN maintains the Monetary Policy Rate at 27.5%, boosting naira value and foreign exchange inflows while signalling improved economic stability.

Tinubu in full support as another bank set to begin operation in Nigeria, location, date confirmed

Tinubu in full support as another bank set to begin operation in Nigeria, location, date confirmed

Energy

a year ago

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board and the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources have confirmed the launch date for the African Energy Bank.

"I'm a complete woman now": Bobrisky posts update about transformation, evidence evokes reactions

"I'm a complete woman now": Bobrisky posts update about transformation, evidence evokes reactions

Celebrities

a year ago

Bobrisky, who has been away in the United Kingdom for a couple of months now, has announced to his fans that he has completely transformed into a woman.

Ngozi Ezeonu dazzles in exquisite outfit for 60th birthday shoot, fans gush over video: "60 abi 40?"

Ngozi Ezeonu dazzles in exquisite outfit for 60th birthday shoot, fans gush over video: "60 abi 40?"

Celebrities

a year ago

Veteran Nigerian actress Ngozi Ezeonu, known for her outspoken personality, has stunned fans with new videos from her 60th birthday photo shoot session.

Again, Dangote reduces petrol prices, filling stations expected to adjust pump price

Again, Dangote reduces petrol prices, filling stations expected to adjust pump price

Energy

a year ago

Dangote Refinery has once again taken steps to reduce petrol prices in Nigeria by offering marketers a rebate, making its price cheaper than that of its rivals.

JP2025 grand finale: Juma Jux drops official invitation for Tanzanian wedding, shares venue

JP2025 grand finale: Juma Jux drops official invitation for Tanzanian wedding, shares venue

Celebrities

a year ago

Priscilla Ojo's husband, Juma Jux, has just shared with his fans the official wedding invitation for the JP Grand finale that will be holding in Tanzania.

Man slams Asa Asika after dumping DJ Cuppy for another billionaire’s daughter: “Another rich lady”

Man slams Asa Asika after dumping DJ Cuppy for another billionaire’s daughter: “Another rich lady”

Celebrities

a year ago

A man has accused Davido's manager Asa Asika of having an agenda with his marriage to billionaire's daughter Leona Adesanya after his break up with DJ Cuppy.

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