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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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Frank Edoho’s ex-wife leaks fun moments between TV host and his alleged married side chick

Frank Edoho’s ex-wife leaks fun moments between TV host and his alleged married side chick

Celebrities

3 months ago

Frank Edoho: Chike speaks on missing someone amid recent rumours involving him and TV host

Frank Edoho: Chike speaks on missing someone amid recent rumours involving him and TV host

Celebrities

3 months ago

US moves to strip Nigerian of American citizenship after $11.6m fraud conviction

US moves to strip Nigerian of American citizenship after $11.6m fraud conviction

US

3 months ago

Breaking: Tension as Amaechi declares what may happen in ADC primaries, "He must fail"

Breaking: Tension as Amaechi declares what may happen in ADC primaries, "He must fail"

Politics

3 months ago

Frank Edoho’s ex-wife, Sandra, shares receipt of hotel bookings, accuses him of domestic violence

Frank Edoho’s ex-wife, Sandra, shares receipt of hotel bookings, accuses him of domestic violence

Celebrities

3 months ago

Is Atiku sick, placed on bed rest amid 2027 preparations? Facts emerge

Is Atiku sick, placed on bed rest amid 2027 preparations? Facts emerge

Politics

3 months ago

Bournemouth vs Man City: Mysterious cat predicts crucial Premier League game

Bournemouth vs Man City: Mysterious cat predicts crucial Premier League game

Football

3 months ago

Nimbus Pronos predicts the result of the AFC Bournemouth vs Manchester City match, impacting Arsenal's title chances and Bournemouth's European hopes.

Goodluck Jonathan reportedly emerges as PDP’s sole presidential hopeful ahead of 2027 election

Goodluck Jonathan reportedly emerges as PDP’s sole presidential hopeful ahead of 2027 election

Politics

3 months ago

Goodluck Jonathan has reportedly emerged as the sole presidential hopeful of the PDP ahead of the 2027 elections, according to fresh indications.

Victor Osimhen sends message to Galatasaray fans after winning his 2nd Turkish Super League title

Victor Osimhen sends message to Galatasaray fans after winning his 2nd Turkish Super League title

Football

3 months ago

Victor Osimhen thanks Galatasaray fans after the 2025/26 season, celebrating league success despite his suspension during the final match against Kasimpasa.

Chelsea appoints former Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso as manager: "Biggest club"

Chelsea appoints former Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso as manager: "Biggest club"

Football

3 months ago

Chelsea FC appoints Xabi Alonso as manager on a four-year deal starting July 2026, following an underwhelming season and previous success at Bayer Leverkusen.

Just In: Bandits kill abducted Oyo teacher, video of slain tutor speaking in captivity trends

Just In: Bandits kill abducted Oyo teacher, video of slain tutor speaking in captivity trends

Nigeria

3 months ago

Abducted Oyo teacher has been confirmed dead after being taken by bandits, as a disturbing video of the captive tutor speaking in captivity has now gone viral.

Redeemer’s University publishes UTME cut-off mark for admission into 2026/2027 academic session

Redeemer’s University publishes UTME cut-off mark for admission into 2026/2027 academic session

People

3 months ago

After the conclusion of 2026 JAMB exam, Redeemer’s University has released the cut-off mark and admission requirements for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Ebonyi State University releases postgraduate admission requirements for 2026/2027 session

Ebonyi State University releases postgraduate admission requirements for 2026/2027 session

People

3 months ago

Ebonyi State University released postgraduate admission requirements and application guidelines for the 2026/2027 academic session for interested candidates.

Petrol marketers vow to fight Dangote Refinery's lawsuit on new import license

Petrol marketers vow to fight Dangote Refinery's lawsuit on new import license

Energy

3 months ago

Petrol marketers have vowed to fight Dangote refinery’s lawsuit challenging new import licences, warning that restricting imports could threaten competition.

Petrol depot prices rise as MRS, AP, other filling stations adjust rates

Petrol depot prices rise as MRS, AP, other filling stations adjust rates

Energy

3 months ago

Brent crude prices exceed $100, causing petrol hikes in Nigeria and raising transport and food costs amid global supply concerns and geopolitical tensions.

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