Esther Odili

Education: HND Mass Communication from Nigerian Institute of Journalism (2017), Google News Initiative (GNI) News Lab: Google Digital Skills from Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: The New Telegraph (2014), Galaxy Television (2016-2017), Politics editor (Legit.ng, 2021 till date)

Awards: Best student in print journalism (2018)

Esther Odili is a journalist and a Politics/Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng with 6+ years of experience. She Holds OND and HND in Mass Communication from the Nigerian Institue of Journalism (NIJ), where she was recognized as the best student in print journalism in 2018. Before joining Legit.ng, Esther has worked with other reputable media houses, such as the New Telegraph newspaper and Galaxy Television. In 2024, Esther obtained a certificate in advanced digital reporting from the Google News Initiative. Email: esther.odili@corp.legit.ng.

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The EFCC has arraigned Bauchi state accountant-general Sirajo Jaja and others over alleged N8.3 billion fraud. The court granted them N200 million bail each.

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Adesoji Adeleye, CEO of Klass Five Hotel located in Akure, Ondo state capital, was reportedly assassinated by hoodlums in his hotel room. The state police confirmed.

Outrage as Tinubu’s aide insists $1 can buy a meal in Nigeria, unlike in US

Presidential aide, Dr. Tope Fasua, has defended the naira’s strength. In an interview, he stated that Nigerians can get a decent meal with $1 equivalent to N1,500.

2027 presidency: “Why Tinubu may dump VP Shettima,” Top political analyst speaks

In an interview with Legit.ng, PDP chieftain Dare Akinniyi cited one major reason President Tinubu may consider replacing VP Kashim Shettima ahead of 2027 election.

Plateau killings: Anxiety as terrorists ambush SSG’s convoy, NSA Ribadu reacts

The secretary to state government of Plateau, Samuel Jatau, narrowly escaped an ambush by suspected terrorists in Bokkos LGA of the state. He recounted his ordeal.

“There’s an attempt to extend state of emergency in Rivers,” Commissioner Gbali alleges

The suspended commissioner, Chisom Gbali, has alleged a plot to extend the state of emergency rule in Rivers state. He spoke in an interview that has gone viral.

Stolen jewellery saga: NCoS breaks silence on alleged illegal detention of Patience Jonathan’s ex-staff

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), in a statement on Sunday, denied reports of illegal detention of ex-First Lady Patience Jonathan’s former staff.

PDP chieftain reacts as Natasha mentions when she will drop strong evidence against Akpabio

In an interview with Legit.ng, PDP chieftain Dare Glintstone Akinniyi advised Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan not to release evidence of alleged harassment.

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