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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

FRSC boss told to immediately resign: "We are giving you 48 hours"

FRSC boss told to immediately resign: "We are giving you 48 hours"

Nigeria

2 months ago

Thursday, August 13, declared public holiday: Government gives reason

Thursday, August 13, declared public holiday: Government gives reason

Africa

2 months ago

UK names only 3 African countries whose citizens qualify for Child Benefit after moving to Britain

UK names only 3 African countries whose citizens qualify for Child Benefit after moving to Britain

People

2 months ago

Adult film actress Tall Lizzy shares new video hours after emotional confession on regret

Adult film actress Tall Lizzy shares new video hours after emotional confession on regret

Celebrities

2 months ago

Australia names 1 country whose citizens are exempted from citizenship test, gives 2 conditions

Australia names 1 country whose citizens are exempted from citizenship test, gives 2 conditions

People

2 months ago

Sweden lists 5 categories of foreigners who can get citizenship without permanent residency

Sweden lists 5 categories of foreigners who can get citizenship without permanent residency

People

2 months ago

UK releases list of 11 countries whose citizens can claim Child Benefit after moving to Britain

UK releases list of 11 countries whose citizens can claim Child Benefit after moving to Britain

People

2 months ago

The UK government has identified 11 countries whose citizens may be eligible to claim Child Benefit after moving to Britain, depending on their circumstances.

Osun 2026: Cubana Chiefpriest backs Davido's uncle Adeleke despite APC ties, shares reason

Osun 2026: Cubana Chiefpriest backs Davido's uncle Adeleke despite APC ties, shares reason

Celebrities

2 months ago

Cubana Chiefpriest endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke's re-election in Osun, sparking surprise among followers due to his previous APC loyalty to President Tinubu.

GTBank makes major change to naira cards, raises quarterly international limit

GTBank makes major change to naira cards, raises quarterly international limit

Money

2 months ago

GTBank has doubled its quarterly international spending limit on naira cards to $40,000, allowing customers greater flexibility for eligible foreign transactions.

Germany announces minimum salary requirement for foreigners to qualify for EU Blue Card in 2026

Germany announces minimum salary requirement for foreigners to qualify for EU Blue Card in 2026

People

2 months ago

Germany has announced the minimum salary foreign professionals must earn to qualify for an EU Blue Card in 2026. Applicants must already have a concrete job offer.

Another billionaire set to complete $1 billion refinery in Nigeria

Another billionaire set to complete $1 billion refinery in Nigeria

Energy

2 months ago

Billionaire Azibapu Eruani’s $1 billion Azikel Refinery in Bayelsa nears completion, with plans to process 25,000 barrels daily and produce petrol, aviation fuel.

UK announces 9 categories of people exempt from English test for settlement in Britain in 2026

UK announces 9 categories of people exempt from English test for settlement in Britain in 2026

People

2 months ago

The UK government has announced that nine categories of people may be exempt from taking an English language test when applying for settlement in Britain.

Asisat Oshoala makes bold promise to Nigerians ahead of World Cup playoff vs South Africa

Asisat Oshoala makes bold promise to Nigerians ahead of World Cup playoff vs South Africa

Football

2 months ago

Asisat Oshoala urges Nigerians to support the Super Falcons in their crucial playoff against South Africa as they aim for 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup qualification.

UK announces list of 8 visa categories exempt from English test for settlement in Britain in 2026

UK announces list of 8 visa categories exempt from English test for settlement in Britain in 2026

People

2 months ago

The UK government has published a list of eight visa categories whose holders may be exempt from taking an English language test when applying for settlement.

Depot owners increase petrol prices as Iran sends strong message to US government

Depot owners increase petrol prices as Iran sends strong message to US government

Energy

2 months ago

Lagos depot owners have raised petrol and diesel prices, with diesel recording a sharper increase as crude oil prices rise and global supply concerns persist.

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