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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.

5404 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

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President Tinubu’s minister to resign ahead of 2027 election, reason emerges

President Tinubu’s minister to resign ahead of 2027 election, reason emerges

Politics

2 months ago

Breaking: Tears as gunmen attack Plateau again, open fire at night, kill many residents

Breaking: Tears as gunmen attack Plateau again, open fire at night, kill many residents

Nigeria

2 months ago

Toyin Abraham takes action against Funke Akindele after dramatic scene at Iyabo Ojo’s premiere

Toyin Abraham takes action against Funke Akindele after dramatic scene at Iyabo Ojo’s premiere

Nollywood

2 months ago

Breaking: Ex-Nigerian senate president announces zone next president should come from in 2027

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Breaking: Ex-Nigerian senate president announces zone next president should come from in 2027

Nigeria

3 months ago

Breaking: Saraki finally breaks silence on rumoured plan to challenge Tinubu in 2027

Breaking: Saraki finally breaks silence on rumoured plan to challenge Tinubu in 2027

Politics

3 months ago

Breaking: Tension as Iran moves to deploy over 1 million fighters for potential ground war with US, Israel

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Breaking: Tension as Iran moves to deploy over 1 million fighters for potential ground war with US, Israel

World

3 months ago

Streamer Kolu’s bedroom tape with TikTok baddie breaks internet: "Money over everything"

Streamer Kolu’s bedroom tape with TikTok baddie breaks internet: "Money over everything"

Celebrities

3 months ago

Kolu's cosy bedroom video with a stunning TikTok influencer sparks praise and scepticism. Fans hail him as motivation, while critics suspect a publicity stunt.

Breaking: Akpabio mentions what South-South must do for Tinubu

Breaking: Akpabio mentions what South-South must do for Tinubu

Nigeria

3 months ago

Senate President Akpabio calls for South-South unity to secure highest votes for Bola Tinubu in 2027 elections, highlighting region's political significance.

Tension as Iran bans sports teams from visiting some countries, gives reason

Tension as Iran bans sports teams from visiting some countries, gives reason

Asia

3 months ago

The Iranian authorities has banned its national teams and clubs from visiting some countries amid its ongoing war with the United States and Israel.

Ayra Starr joins elite ‘Big 3’ after historic win at MOBO awards night

Ayra Starr joins elite ‘Big 3’ after historic win at MOBO awards night

Celebrities

3 months ago

Ayra Starr successfully defended her Best International Act title at the 2026 MOBO Awards, becoming the only female multiple-time winner alongside Wizkid and Burna.

Grief as gospel singer Onos Brisbi dies at 55: "An angelic voice is silent”

Grief as gospel singer Onos Brisbi dies at 55: "An angelic voice is silent”

Celebrities

3 months ago

Renowned gospel singer Onos Brisibi passed away on March 23, 2026, after a prolonged illness, leaving behind a profound legacy in Nollywood music.

Kingsley Madugba on high divorce rate, red flags: “Don’t date a man you can’t trust with money”

Kingsley Madugba on high divorce rate, red flags: “Don’t date a man you can’t trust with money”

Celebrities

3 months ago

Kingsley Madugba discusses relationship red flags, the impact of social media, and why men should prioritise their wives in their marriages a nd relationships.

Akpabio finally mentions new state that will be created and its capital

Akpabio finally mentions new state that will be created and its capital

Politics

3 months ago

Senate President Akpabio announces plans for Anioma state, with Asaba as its capital and Warri as the new Delta’s capital, promising socio-economic benefits.

Breaking: All ministries, agencies, offices located in Federal Secretariat to temporarily shut down

Breaking: All ministries, agencies, offices located in Federal Secretariat to temporarily shut down

Nigeria

3 months ago

The Federal Government instructs civil servants in Abuja to work from home on 27-28 March 2026 due to road closures for the APC national convention at Eagle Square.

Sarah Martins shares what Blessing CEO’s neighbour told her about influencer's online cancer claim

Sarah Martins shares what Blessing CEO’s neighbour told her about influencer's online cancer claim

Celebrities

3 months ago

Nollywood actress Sarah Martins accuses Blessing CEO of faking her cancer battle for sympathy and money, sparking fresh controversy over her online narrative.

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