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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

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Australia lists 9 conditions for foreign parents of permanent residents to get special visa

Australia lists 9 conditions for foreign parents of permanent residents to get special visa

People

a month ago

US announces important fee applicants must pay after visa interview before entering America

US announces important fee applicants must pay after visa interview before entering America

People

a month ago

US issues warning to new visa holders, shares what they must not do after their visas are approved

US issues warning to new visa holders, shares what they must not do after their visas are approved

People

a month ago

EFCC replies Nigerian who begged the agency for N400k loan: 'We don't render financial services'

EFCC replies Nigerian who begged the agency for N400k loan: 'We don't render financial services'

Nigeria

a month ago

Full list: 16 campaign promises Nigerians should reject in 2027 election, Shehu Sani speaks

Full list: 16 campaign promises Nigerians should reject in 2027 election, Shehu Sani speaks

Politics

a month ago

Dangote increases petrol price for 2nd time in 7 days

Dangote increases petrol price for 2nd time in 7 days

Energy

a month ago

Breaking: Tension as suspended speaker finally impeached

Breaking: Tension as suspended speaker finally impeached

Politics

a month ago

The Edo state House of Assembly has formally impeached its suspended speaker and gave reason for the development. You should read the details of the impeachment.

US explains when siblings can sponsor each other for a Green Card

US explains when siblings can sponsor each other for a Green Card

Family and Relationships

a month ago

The US has explained when siblings can sponsor each other for a Green Card through family-based immigration. Find out who can file the petition in 2026.

Depots increase cooking gas prices as FG offers free refills and cylinders nationwide

Depots increase cooking gas prices as FG offers free refills and cylinders nationwide

Energy

a month ago

LPG prices rise by up to 7.3% across Nigeria, straining households. The Federal Government launches a free cylinder programme for one million homes amid challenges.

US announces 4 relatives citizens can bring to America through family visa

US announces 4 relatives citizens can bring to America through family visa

Family and Relationships

a month ago

US citizens can sponsor certain relatives to join them in America through family-based immigration. Find out the four relatives who may qualify in 2026.

US announces age limit for children joining their parents in America through family visa

US announces age limit for children joining their parents in America through family visa

Family and Relationships

a month ago

The US has specific age requirements for children joining their parents through family-based immigration. Find out the age limit and other conditions.

US announces 2 relatives Green Card holders can sponsor to join them in America

US announces 2 relatives Green Card holders can sponsor to join them in America

Family and Relationships

a month ago

US Green Card holders can sponsor certain relatives to immigrate to America under family-based immigration rules. Find out which family members may qualify.

Australia announces 5 conditions foreign spouses must meet for permanent partner visa

Australia announces 5 conditions foreign spouses must meet for permanent partner visa

People

a month ago

Australia has published the requirements for foreign spouses to get a partner visa that allows them to live in country permanently. Other guidelines were explained.

Man builds solar generators with lithium battery cells, sells them to neighbours who want 24/7 light

Man builds solar generators with lithium battery cells, sells them to neighbours who want 24/7 light

People

a month ago

A young Nigerian man who learnt how to build a solar battery pack has sold some units of his builds to his neighbours so they could enjoy constant power supply.

Australia publishes minimum amount foreigners must have to qualify for Working Holiday visa

Australia publishes minimum amount foreigners must have to qualify for Working Holiday visa

People

a month ago

Australia has published the amount of money foreigners must have to qualify for its Working Holiday visa. Find out the financial requirement and other details.

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