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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.

6744 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

Author's articles

Prophet releases fresh prediction on winner of 2027 election: "My prophecies boast 98% accuracy"

Prophet releases fresh prediction on winner of 2027 election: "My prophecies boast 98% accuracy"

Politics

a month ago

Tinubu gives prominent public affairs strategist appointment, "influential voice"

Tinubu gives prominent public affairs strategist appointment, "influential voice"

Politics

a month ago

Did Sokoto ban mixed gatherings for Muslims and Christians in the state? Fact emerges

Did Sokoto ban mixed gatherings for Muslims and Christians in the state? Fact emerges

Nigeria

a month ago

Graduate wins Chevening scholarship on her first try, set to pursue master's degree in UK university

Graduate wins Chevening scholarship on her first try, set to pursue master's degree in UK university

People

a month ago

Ogogo’s daughter Kira Taiwo clears air on viral baby boy claim days after father’s death

Ogogo’s daughter Kira Taiwo clears air on viral baby boy claim days after father’s death

Celebrities

a month ago

Fuel attendant goes viral after posting her final year result: "No be my fault"

Fuel attendant goes viral after posting her final year result: "No be my fault"

People

a month ago

Australia announces next skilled visa invitation round, releases official date

Australia announces next skilled visa invitation round, releases official date

People

a month ago

Australia has announced the date for its next skilled visa invitation round. Find out when the round will take place and what skilled workers should know.

Tanzania's Vice President resigns in unprecedented move

Tanzania's Vice President resigns in unprecedented move

Africa

a month ago

Emmanuel Nchimbi, the vice president of Tanzania, has announced his resignation from the government in an unprecedented move. You should read his reason.

Jigan Baba Oja disowns TAMPAN event to honour late Ogogo, shares why he won’t attend

Jigan Baba Oja disowns TAMPAN event to honour late Ogogo, shares why he won’t attend

Celebrities

a month ago

Nollywood actor Jigan Baba Oja has distanced himself from a TAMPAN event, denying any involvement after his name and image appeared on promotional materials.

Travellers announce new taxi fares at Lagos, Abuja airports

Travellers announce new taxi fares at Lagos, Abuja airports

Economy

a month ago

Nigerians arriving at Lagos airport now face transport fares of up to N30,000 as restrictions on Uber and Bolt disrupt affordable ground transportation services.

Nigeria modular refineries post stronger July output, Edo leads at 95.72% utilisation

Nigeria modular refineries post stronger July output, Edo leads at 95.72% utilisation

Energy

a month ago

Nigeria’s modular refineries recorded stronger July performance, with Edo leading utilisation while Waltersmith posted the largest monthly improvement.

WhatsApp announces stronger new security features, smarter call screening

WhatsApp announces stronger new security features, smarter call screening

Technology

a month ago

WhatsApp has introduced multiple passkeys, stronger alphanumeric passwords and enhanced caller information to help billions of users protect their accounts.

“I will never forget the last time I saw you”: Yinka Quadri breaks silence, recounts final meeting with Ogogo

“I will never forget the last time I saw you”: Yinka Quadri breaks silence, recounts final meeting with Ogogo

Celebrities

a month ago

Yinka Quadri honours his late friend Ogogo in an emotional tribute, reflecting on their 40-year bond and his final hospital visit, sparking emotions online

Moses Bliss shuts down divorce rumours with birthday celebration video featuring wife Marie

Moses Bliss shuts down divorce rumours with birthday celebration video featuring wife Marie

Celebrities

a month ago

Nigerian gospel singer Moses Bliss celebrated his wife Marie's birthday amid divorce speculation, sharing a heartfelt video that contradicts rumours of separation.

Finland announces 2 categories of foreigners ineligible for permanent residence permit

Finland announces 2 categories of foreigners ineligible for permanent residence permit

People

a month ago

Finland has announced two categories of foreigners who cannot be granted a permanent residence permit, according to information published on the Finnish website.

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