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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.

6213 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

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Controversy trails how Igboho greeted Seyi Vodi during visit to celebrity tailor's showroom

Controversy trails how Igboho greeted Seyi Vodi during visit to celebrity tailor's showroom

Celebrities

2 months ago

BUA boss Abdul Samad unveils his brand-new luxury private jet worth ₦110bn

Celebrities

2 months ago

CAF sends message to Black Stars of Ghana ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

CAF sends message to Black Stars of Ghana ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

Football

2 months ago

New twist as APC chieftains meet PDP’s Senator Natasha, photo, reason, details emerge

New twist as APC chieftains meet PDP’s Senator Natasha, photo, reason, details emerge

Politics

2 months ago

Tragic multi-vehicle collision claims driver’s life on busy Lagos expressway

Tragic multi-vehicle collision claims driver’s life on busy Lagos expressway

Nigeria

2 months ago

NGX gains 0.53% as Airtel Africa, First Holdco lead market rally

NGX gains 0.53% as Airtel Africa, First Holdco lead market rally

Capital Market

2 months ago

Nancy Isime opens up on reason she refused to post tribute for her late friend Alexx Ekubo

Nancy Isime opens up on reason she refused to post tribute for her late friend Alexx Ekubo

Celebrities

2 months ago

Nancy Isime reflects on her silence after Alexx Ekubo's death, explaining her personal tribute and the impact he had on her life and those around him.

2027 elections: Kwankwaso sets conditions for working with APC’s Kano governor

2027 elections: Kwankwaso sets conditions for working with APC’s Kano governor

Politics

2 months ago

Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso has opened doors for reconciliation with Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, reflecting on political dynamics within the Kwankwasiyya movement.

Chief of Defence Staff Oluyede, others told to resign, condition surfaces

Chief of Defence Staff Oluyede, others told to resign, condition surfaces

Nigeria

2 months ago

The House of Representatives has called on Nigeria’s service chiefs, the Chief of Defence Staff, Chief of Army Staff, and the Chief of Naval Staff, to resign.

Government declares public holiday as Hijri New Year date is confirmed for 2026

Government declares public holiday as Hijri New Year date is confirmed for 2026

Africa

2 months ago

A public holiday has been officially declared for the 2026 Hijri New Year, with authorities confirming the exact date ahead of the Islamic celebration.

2027 elections: Tension as Kwankwaso threatens to quit NDC, reasons emerge

2027 elections: Tension as Kwankwaso threatens to quit NDC, reasons emerge

Politics

2 months ago

Rabiu Kwankwaso has reportedly threatens to quit NDC over candidate changes in Kano amid dispute on 60/40 power-sharing deal ahead of 2027 elections.

Married woman found in hotel with lover after staging own kidnap

Married woman found in hotel with lover after staging own kidnap

Nigeria

2 months ago

Delta State Police Command has uncovered how a married woman, Oluchi, faked her abduction, demanding N50 million ransom while hiding with a lover.

Hollywood star Anthony Guidera dies at 65 weeks after collapse

Hollywood star Anthony Guidera dies at 65 weeks after collapse

Celebrities

2 months ago

Hollywood mourns the loss of veteran actor Anthony Guidera, 65, remembered for his roles in The Godfather Part III and Species, after a tragic medical emergency.

Cooking gas scarcity worsens in Lagos, Abuja as prices hit N2,400/kg

Cooking gas scarcity worsens in Lagos, Abuja as prices hit N2,400/kg

Energy

2 months ago

Nigeria's cooking gas crisis deepens as prices soar to N2,400/kg, forcing households back to charcoal and firewood amidst worsening economic conditions.

How to join US army: Soldier explains requirement for Nigerians seeking military career abroad

How to join US army: Soldier explains requirement for Nigerians seeking military career abroad

People

2 months ago

An American soldier has made a major announcement, explaining in a viral video how individuals in Nigeria can apply to become members of the United States military.

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