Lekan Otufodunrin

June 12: ‘We proved that the pen is mightier than their guns, bullets’

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Former Editor and Deputy Editor-in-Chief of The PUNCH, Mr Bola Bolawole, is one of the journalists awarded national award by President Bola Tinubu for their contributions to the restoration of democracy. In this interview, Bolawole reacts to the award and recalls the pro-democracy battles fought by him and other management and staff of The PUNCH. […]

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Who is Who on June 12 Journalists National Award list

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Media Career Development Specialist, Lekan Otufodunrin, writes on the who’s who of journalists awarded national honours by President Bola Tinubu in recognition of their contributions to the restoration of democracy in the country.    If the late former President, General Sanni Abacha, had not died in office in June 1998, three journalists, Dr Niran Malaolu,

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Journalism, Democracy and the Future

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Journalism, Democracy and the Future: Rebuilding a Free, Healthy and Vibrant Media Space. Keynote Address by Motunrayo Alaka, Executive Director/CEO, Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) at the 9th Ngozi Agbo Media Lecture and Summit, University of Lagos. Introduction This invitation carries special significance for me because the University of Lagos has been part

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‘My unforgettable journalism, university work experiences’

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Although he started his career as a journalist, Mr Bode Olanitori, who turns 60 on June 10, 2026, is now the Deputy Registrar and Institute Secretary at the Distance Learning Institute, University of Lagos. In this interview with Lekan Otufodunrin, Olanitori reflects on attaining the golden jubilee age,  his fond memories of being a journalist,

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URGENT media opportunities, trainings

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WSCIJ Opens Applications for CMEDIA Masterclass on Funding, Partnerships and Newsroom Resilience Journalism editors across Nigeria can now apply for a transformative masterclass focused on sustaining independent media in challenging times. The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) has opened applications for its June Masterclass on “Sustaining Impact: Funding, Partnerships, and Newsroom Resilience” under

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Media Career Fix Programme Guide

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In response to the specific needs of participants of the media career fix programme to enhance their careers, the Media Career Development Network compiled the following recommendations   🌍 International & Local Opportunities Training opportunities exist at all career stages, both locally and internationally. To qualify for international programmes, demonstrate excellence in your editorial work

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‘Daily Times gave me opportunity to be a great journalist’

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Former Saturday  Times Editor, Ms Angela Agoawike writes on her memorable experience working in the company.   The old Daily Times was an institution, a training ground for young journalists with dreams. My dream then was to be a great reporter/journalist, and the institution gave me that opportunity. I started off as a reporter on

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