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

"They're not well-informed": Senate President Akpabio blasts Nigerians amid rift with Natasha Akpoti

"They're not well-informed": Senate President Akpabio blasts Nigerians amid rift...

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EFCC: How ex-Kogi gov allegedly paid children’s school fees in advance from N80.2bn fraud

EFCC: How ex-Kogi gov allegedly paid children’s school fees in advance from N80....

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UK announces new mandatory condition for travellers, commencement date, other details emerge

UK announces new mandatory condition for travellers, commencement date, other de...

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Natasha takes one action after Senate suspended her for 6 months as Atiku, NBA, others spit fire

Natasha takes one action after Senate suspended her for 6 months as Atiku, NBA,...

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Atiku, Obi, PDP back Natasha as Senate stands firm on Kogi senator's 6-month suspension

Atiku, Obi, PDP back Natasha as Senate stands firm on Kogi senator's 6-month sus...

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Sexual harassment: Goodluck Jonathan's ex-aide dares Natasha on action to take to prove her case

Sexual harassment: Goodluck Jonathan's ex-aide dares Natasha on action to take t...

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King Of Morocco, Okonjo-Iweala, Standard Bank Group, Others Set For Top African Awards In Marrakesh

King Of Morocco, Okonjo-Iweala, Standard Bank Group, Others Set For Top African Awards In Marrakesh

Africa's biggest celebration of excellence is here again, as the 3rd Edition of the African Heritage Concert & Awards 2025 (AfriHeritage-25) is set to honour African icons who have distinguished themselves in contributing to shaping Africa’s future positively.

EFCC arrests former Nigerian governor, reason, other details emerge

EFCC arrests former Nigerian governor, reason, other details emerge

EFCC arrests former Akwa Ibom governor Udom Emmanuel over alleged N700 billion fraud after he honoured an invitation at the commission’s Abuja office.

Chaos as military men storm Ikeja Electric headquarters, assault staff, video trends

Chaos as military men storm Ikeja Electric headquarters, assault staff, video trends

Military men reportedly invaded Ikeja Electric's headquarters in Lagos around 7:40 am on Thursday, causing panic among workers at the office near MITV.

BREAKING: Senate Suspends Senator Natasha for 6 Months

BREAKING: Senate Suspends Senator Natasha for 6 Months

The Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months over her sexual harassment allegation against Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

Leaked memo uncovers next US department President Trump is to eliminate, details emerge

Leaked memo uncovers next US department President Trump is to eliminate, details emerge

A leaked memo reveals that U.S. President Donald Trump plans to issue an executive order to abolish the Department of Education, fulfilling a long-standing promise.

Obasanjo explains why he rejected English name given to him by his parents

Obasanjo explains why he rejected English name given to him by his parents

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says he no longer identifies with the name "Matthew" given by his parents, explaining he doesn't like or fancy the name.

Breaking: Senate committee finally decides on 4 punishments to give to Senator Natasha

Breaking: Senate committee finally decides on 4 punishments to give to Senator Natasha

The Senate Committee on Ethics has recommended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension over her sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Akpabio.

Anambra poll: Deadline closely approaches as PDP's nomination forms remain unsold amid party crisis

Anambra poll: Deadline closely approaches as PDP's nomination forms remain unsold amid party crisis

With the deadline for purchasing the N40 million Anambra governorship nomination forms approaching, no aspirant has shown interest in buying them yet.

Has Gov Fubara’s deputy governor resigned from office? Professor Ngozi Odu breaks silence

Has Gov Fubara’s deputy governor resigned from office? Professor Ngozi Odu breaks silence

Rivers Deputy Gov, Professor Ngozi Nma Odu, dismisses social media claims of her resignation, stating she remains fully committed to her role in the administration.

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