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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 06: WPIX 11 journalist Ojinika Obiekwe attends the Moves Power Forum 2016 held at Steinway Hall on April 6, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Paul Zimmerman/WireImage)For years, journalist Ojinika “Oji” Obiekwe did her best to give 100 percent at work. view video New York County Ballot Lawsuit Sparks Election Integrity Firestorm on Social MediaThis week, she got the last laugh. RELATED: These Beautiful Black Women Have the Most Insane Face CardsShe filed the lawsuit last year, citing wrongful termination and discrimination. Following the verdict, Obiekwe said her refusal to let her termination become the final chapter of her career represents a win for all.