Ezra Ukanwa

Education: Bachelor of Science (BSc), Mass Communication, Anchor University, Ayobo, Lagos. MSc, Development Communication, Bingham University, Nasarawa state. Nigerian Institute of Management (2022). Google Digital Skills from Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Editor-in-Chief, Current Times Newspapers (2020); Anchor Sentinel (Deputy Editor-in-Chief, 2021); Vanguard Newspapers, (2024)

Awards: Best Campus Journalist (Anchor University Communications Award, 2019), Best Student in Journalism (Anchor University Convocation Award, 2021)

Ezra Ukanwa is a Reuters-certified journalist with over 5 years of professional experience. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication from Anchor University, Lagos. Currently, he is the Politics and Current Affairs Editor at Legit.ng, where he brings his expertise to provide incisive, impactful coverage of national events. Ezra was recognized as Best Campus Journalist at the Anchor University Communications Awards in 2019 and is also a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM). Contact him at: ezra.ukanwa@corp.legit.ng or +2349036989944

2017 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

Amnesty Int'l reacts as corps member claims NYSC officials threatened her for slamming Tinubu’s govt

Amnesty Int'l reacts as corps member claims NYSC officials threatened her for sl...

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Tension in Abuja as pro-Akpabio protesters storm UN building, make one demand from Natasha

Tension in Abuja as pro-Akpabio protesters storm UN building, make one demand fr...

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SDP youth group rejects El-Rufai's defection, alleges attempt to hijack party

SDP youth group rejects El-Rufai's defection, alleges attempt to hijack party

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"APC is dead": El-Rufai declares, blasts Tinubu’s government over ministerial appointments

"APC is dead": El-Rufai declares, blasts Tinubu’s government over ministerial ap...

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Fubara announces date he will present 2025 budget amid high political tension in Rivers

Fubara announces date he will present 2025 budget amid high political tension in...

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Tinubu finally mentions why he approved tough economic reforms after emerging president

Tinubu finally mentions why he approved tough economic reforms after emerging pr...

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2023 election: Wike mentions one governor who betrayed him after secret plot to overthrow Atiku

2023 election: Wike mentions one governor who betrayed him after secret plot to overthrow Atiku

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has exposed internal conflicts within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that unfolded ahead of the 2023 general election.

El-Rufai mentions powerful ex-president who approved, blessed him before exiting APC for SDP

El-Rufai mentions powerful ex-president who approved, blessed him before exiting APC for SDP

Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai says ex-President Buhari approved and prayed for him before he left the APC for the Social Democratic Party (SDP).

Tragedy in Benin as 2-year-old girl killed during revenue enforcers’ clash with driver

Tragedy in Benin as 2-year-old girl killed during revenue enforcers’ clash with driver

A tragic crash in Benin City claimed the life of a two-year-old girl, allegedly caused by members of the Edo State Public Safety Response Team (PSR).

Tinubu's government reacts after Nigerian TikToker found dead in Kenyan apartment

Tinubu's government reacts after Nigerian TikToker found dead in Kenyan apartment

Federal Government has reacted to the tragic death of Nigerian content moderator Ladi Olubunmi, who was found dead in her Nairobi, Kenya apartment.

Natasha files contempt charge against Akpabio, others over suspension from Senate

Natasha files contempt charge against Akpabio, others over suspension from Senate

Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the Senate Chief Whip, and others risk jail for allegedly defying a court order, as contempt proceedings begin against them.

Obasanjo calls Lagos-Calabar N15.6tn highway project wasteful, corrupt, reasons emerge

Obasanjo calls Lagos-Calabar N15.6tn highway project wasteful, corrupt, reasons emerge

Obasanjo slams the N15.6tn Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, calling it corrupt and a waste of resources, criticizing its cost and lack of transparency.

realetieno_martin: A Journey of Self-Discovery in Entertainment and Content Creation

realetieno_martin: A Journey of Self-Discovery in Entertainment and Content Creation

In the vibrant world of media and entertainment, Etieno Ime Martin, known to many as realetieno_martin, has emerged as a dynamic force. As a media entertainer specializing in hyping and content creation, Etieno has carved out a unique space for himself, showcasing his passion and creativity through engaging and entertaining content across various platforms.

Breaking: Obasa, Lagos Assembly members storm Abuja, reasons, other details emerge

Breaking: Obasa, Lagos Assembly members storm Abuja, reasons, other details emerge

Lagos Assembly Speaker Mudashiru Obasa and lawmakers have arrived at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, for a meeting with President Tinubu amid leadership tensions.

2027: Northern leaders make early moves against Tinubu, woo ex-president to run, details emerge

2027: Northern leaders make early moves against Tinubu, woo ex-president to run, details emerge

Following the widespread hardship in Nigeria, the North has moved to support ex-president Goodluck Jonathan in the 2027 election against the president, Tinubu.

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