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

1193 articles published since 17 May 2024

Author's articles

After sack, Betta Edu sends message to Nigerians about Tinubu, details emerge

After sack, Betta Edu sends message to Nigerians about Tinubu, details emerge

27 days ago

Photo trends as Shettima briefs Tinubu on state affairs after president’s 2-week vacation

Photo trends as Shettima briefs Tinubu on state affairs after president’s 2-week...

27 days ago

JUST IN: Kwankwaso sends urgent message to state govs as poor electricity hits northern states

JUST IN: Kwankwaso sends urgent message to state govs as poor electricity hits n...

27 days ago

Nigerians react as top reps member reportedly assaults Abuja bolt driver, video trends

Nigerians react as top reps member reportedly assaults Abuja bolt driver, video...

27 days ago

"Too many developmental issues": Wike warned to redirect focus on FCT, not Rivers

"Too many developmental issues": Wike warned to redirect focus on FCT, not River...

27 days ago

"Unimaginable": Peter Obi blows hot as epileptic electricity supply hits northern, eastern states

"Unimaginable": Peter Obi blows hot as epileptic electricity supply hits norther...

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Ex-Gombe governor reacts to claims of money-spraying at daughter’s wedding, details emerge

Ex-Gombe governor reacts to claims of money-spraying at daughter’s wedding, details emerge

The former Gombe state governor and current senator Danjuma Goje has strongly denied allegations of money-spraying at his daughter's wedding in Abuja.

"A big slap": Tinubu under fire for "scrapping" Ministry of Niger Delta

"A big slap": Tinubu under fire for "scrapping" Ministry of Niger Delta

Niger Delta leaders have expressed their anger over President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's recent decision to eliminate the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs.

PDP bigwig reacts as Tinubu fires 6 ministers in major cabinet reshuffle

PDP bigwig reacts as Tinubu fires 6 ministers in major cabinet reshuffle

David Itopa, a leading member of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), and a political activist, has voiced of President Bola Tinubu's recent cabinet reshuffle.

IPAC backs Tinubu for retaining Wike, Umahi, others in major cabinet reshuffle, gives reasons

IPAC backs Tinubu for retaining Wike, Umahi, others in major cabinet reshuffle, gives reasons

IPAC has voiced support for President Bola Tinubu’s decision to retain key ministers, including Nyesom Wike and David Umahi, in the recent cabinet reshuffle.

Tinubu, others urged to address foundational issues to propel national development

Tinubu, others urged to address foundational issues to propel national development

Mamman Dantalle, President of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), has advised leaders to resolve foundational issues as part of efforts to drive needed growth.

Yoruba Council explains why Tinubu appointed Bianca Ojukwu as minister

Yoruba Council explains why Tinubu appointed Bianca Ojukwu as minister

The Yoruba Council Worldwide has urged the Igbos to view the appointment of Bianca Ojukwu, as a testament to merit rather than ethnic favoritism.

Asari Dokubo decries 'betrayal' from Tinubu, opens up on sacrifices made during 2023 election

Asari Dokubo decries 'betrayal' from Tinubu, opens up on sacrifices made during 2023 election

Former Niger Delta militant leader Asari Dokubo has accused President Bola Tinubu of betraying him despite his crucial support during the 2023 election.

Iwuanyanwu’s funeral: Igbos leaders mourn late Ohanaeze Ndigbo, make 2 demands from Tinubu

Iwuanyanwu’s funeral: Igbos leaders mourn late Ohanaeze Ndigbo, make 2 demands from Tinubu

Igbo leaders have made two major demands from President Tinubu as they gathered on Saturday, October 26, pay tribute to the late Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu.

BREAKING: Massive fire engulfs Lagos Blue Line track, video emerges

BREAKING: Massive fire engulfs Lagos Blue Line track, video emerges

A section of the Lagos Blue Line track caught fire on Saturday afternoon, October 26, sparking alarm near the NEPA Station by Eko Bridge in Lagos’s Apogbon area.

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