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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.

6718 articles published since 10 Aug 2023

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MTN pays subscribers compensation, explains decision

MTN pays subscribers compensation, explains decision

Technology

9 days ago

Full list: Nigerian states where schools will be shut on October 5 and why

Full list: Nigerian states where schools will be shut on October 5 and why

Education

9 days ago

FG reports lower transport fares in FCT, 11 states, lists cheaper routes

FG reports lower transport fares in FCT, 11 states, lists cheaper routes

Industry

9 days ago

UK lists 4 types of British nationals who can apply for citizenship through special route

UK lists 4 types of British nationals who can apply for citizenship through special route

People

9 days ago

Bahrain Golden Residency: 4 categories of foreigners eligible for permanent stay

Bahrain Golden Residency: 4 categories of foreigners eligible for permanent stay

People

9 days ago

NCC unveils new telecom company phone numbers, CEO shares plan

NCC unveils new telecom company phone numbers, CEO shares plan

Technology

10 days ago

US announces 4 preference categories for family-sponsored immigrant visas from 2026 to 2027

US announces 4 preference categories for family-sponsored immigrant visas from 2026 to 2027

US

10 days ago

The INA established four family-sponsored visa preference categories, allocating annual quotas by relationship type and allowing unused visas to roll over.

8 lawmakers resign from APC ahead of 2027 elections, give reason

8 lawmakers resign from APC ahead of 2027 elections, give reason

Politics

10 days ago

At least eight lawmakers have tendered their resignations from the APC in a core northern state ahead of the 2027 general elections. You should see their decision.

Singapore announces people eligible to use its new dating app, explains how it works

Singapore announces people eligible to use its new dating app, explains how it works

People

10 days ago

Singapore has launched a new dating app designed to help eligible singles connect and build meaningful relationships. The government has explained who can use it.

Canada lists 3 family members eligible for open work permits under foreign worker rules

Canada lists 3 family members eligible for open work permits under foreign worker rules

People

10 days ago

Canada’s IRCC says spouses, dependent children and grandchildren of foreign workers may qualify for open work permits, with fees totalling CA$255 per applicant.

NFF laments as Eric Chelle’s Super Eagles face Russia with weakened squad

NFF laments as Eric Chelle’s Super Eagles face Russia with weakened squad

Football

10 days ago

Super Eagles squad cut from 24 to 18 for Russia friendly; Ndidi, Osayi-Samuel and Onyedika miss out amid injuries and club refusals after Guinea-Bissau loss.

Singapore government launches new dating app, gives singles deadline to apply

Singapore government launches new dating app, gives singles deadline to apply

People

10 days ago

Singapore's government has launched a new dating app aimed at helping eligible singles connect and form relationships. The initiative has also announced a deadline.

New cooking gas price update: Depots, retailers release new prices nationwide

New cooking gas price update: Depots, retailers release new prices nationwide

Energy

10 days ago

Cooking gas prices vary across Nigeria as depot costs, transport charges and distribution expenses continue pushing retail prices higher for households nationwide.

Kuwait cancels citizenship of 415 people under six decrees, gives breakdown

Kuwait cancels citizenship of 415 people under six decrees, gives breakdown

People

10 days ago

Kuwait has revoked the citizenship of 415 people under six decrees issued by the country’s authorities. The move affects hundreds of individuals in 2026.

Eyewitness' account of Kate Henshaw’s actions at Olu Jacobs’ funeral ignites reactions

Eyewitness' account of Kate Henshaw’s actions at Olu Jacobs’ funeral ignites reactions

Celebrities

10 days ago

A content creator praised Kate Henshaw for taking on several roles at Olu Jacobs’ Lagos funeral, sparking debate whether the public tribute was deserved.

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