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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.

6511 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

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Ronke Oshodi Oke praises Iyabo Ojo, speaks on Tope Alabi's action during daughter's wedding

Ronke Oshodi Oke praises Iyabo Ojo, speaks on Tope Alabi's action during daughter's wedding

Celebrities

a year ago

Davido runs from his car to greet governor Alex Otti after seeing him in public: “Home training”

Davido runs from his car to greet governor Alex Otti after seeing him in public: “Home training”

Celebrities

a year ago

After birthday celebration, lady compiles names of people who posted her photos on social media

After birthday celebration, lady compiles names of people who posted her photos on social media

People

a year ago

“VeryDarkMan and I are officially married in my heart”: Sarah Martins explains relationship with VDM

“VeryDarkMan and I are officially married in my heart”: Sarah Martins explains relationship with VDM

Celebrities

a year ago

VeryDarkMan spotted limping immediately after his release, video emerges: “They really beat him up”

VeryDarkMan spotted limping immediately after his release, video emerges: “They really beat him up”

Celebrities

a year ago

New Pope not elected on first day of conclave as search for Francis' successor goes on

New Pope not elected on first day of conclave as search for Francis' successor goes on

Europe

a year ago

"VDM's release isn't a victory but a lesson": Ossai Success reacts, expresses utter disappointment

"VDM's release isn't a victory but a lesson": Ossai Success reacts, expresses utter disappointment

Celebrities

a year ago

Media personality Ossai Success has reacted to VDM's arrest and release after he got into 'trouble' with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

MC Oluomo's daughter shares wedding plans as fiancé proposes at her lavish 30th birthday party

MC Oluomo's daughter shares wedding plans as fiancé proposes at her lavish 30th birthday party

Celebrities

a year ago

MC Oluomo’s daughter, Ayinke, got engaged during her lavish 30th birthday celebration in Atlanta, United States. She also shared her wedding plans.

Man shares information about US visa as applicants are required to submit social media accounts

Man shares information about US visa as applicants are required to submit social media accounts

People

a year ago

A man who is based in Canada has advised those looking to study in USA to behave carefully on social media since that is now taken into account in visa issuence.

Man shares why VDM won’t appreciate fans after EFCC release, advises him on how to be more careful

Man shares why VDM won’t appreciate fans after EFCC release, advises him on how to be more careful

People

a year ago

A Nigerian man has shared why Verydarkman wouldn’t appreciate his fans after his release from EFCC. He also shares two important things VDM should start doing.

Inferior tyres, spark plugs, other substandard products enter Nigerian market, SON raises alarm

Inferior tyres, spark plugs, other substandard products enter Nigerian market, SON raises alarm

Industry

a year ago

The Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON) Director General voiced worry over the rise in fake and subpar products in the country's main marketplaces.

VDM: Activist's bestie Dkokopee vows to ensure protesters arrested regain freedom, “Real MVPs”

VDM: Activist's bestie Dkokopee vows to ensure protesters arrested regain freedom, “Real MVPs”

Celebrities

a year ago

Dkokopee, Verydrakman's best friends, has stated that he was working towards the release of the arrested protesters when the activist was in detention.

Pope could be elected today, Vatican sources say as Conclave continues

Pope could be elected today, Vatican sources say as Conclave continues

World

a year ago

Vatican sources hinted at a swift papal election as cardinals neared a decision. Crowds gathered in St Peter’s Square, awaiting white smoke from the Sistine Chapel.

Tension as Boko Haram guns down Army Captain in Borno

Tension as Boko Haram guns down Army Captain in Borno

Nigeria

a year ago

There is a fresh tension in Borno state as prominent Army captain reportedly gunned down along with other soldiers in a fresh attack by the Boko Haram terrorists.

Deeone slams Ratels for putting VDM in trouble, gives stern warning: "No push am again oo"

Deeone slams Ratels for putting VDM in trouble, gives stern warning: "No push am again oo"

Celebrities

a year ago

Deeone has reacted to the release of social media activist, Verydarkman. He said Ratels pushed him to EFCC's net and warned them from doing that again.

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