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Experts analyse journalists, social media influencers role in modern media agenda setting

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Over the years, before the advancements in digital infrastructure [internet, mobile networks, and devices], traditional media—newspapers and radio—were major sources for people in obtaining credible and truthful information. These media outlets drive public discourse with headline news and editorial pieces, holding policymakers accountable for what matters to their citizens while enlightening and mobilising the masses. […]

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Media Opportunities (September, 2025)

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Code for Africa seeks News Editor [Deadline: September 5, 2025] Code for Africa (CfA) is seeking a veteran News Editor to lead its iLAB data journalism newsdesk, which works with forensic analysts and OSINT specialists across the African Network of Centres for Investigative Reporting (ANCIR). iLAB drives complex, cross-border investigations into corruption, organised crime, illicit

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MCDN releases Media Career Check-Up 2025 Report

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The Media Career Development Network (MCDN) has released the maiden edition of its Media Career Check-Up Report 2025, aimed to help Nigerian journalists reflect on their career journeys, identify growth gaps, and receive guidance for their professional development. The report, titled “Media Career Check-Up 2025: Lessons, Gaps, and Growth Paths for Nigerian Journalists”,  according to

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NTA: New dawn, high expectations

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In this EDITORIAL, we noted that the new management must justify the confidence reposed in them by restoring the station’s pride of place through professionalism, creativity, and adherence to modern broadcasting standards. Undoubtedly, the new Director-General and Executive Directors appointed for the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) are thoroughbred professionals in every respect. The Rotimi Pedro-led

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Story ideation AI app for journalists

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Chronycles -StorySpark AI, an app designed to help journalists brainstorm creative story ideas using different kinds of inspiration, is now available for use. Available in English and French, the app is the brainchild of Investigative journalist Kunle Adebajo. He explained that the app was inspired by the concept of story ideation techniques at journalism workshops,

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AI in Journalism Practice workshop holds in Minna

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The Media Mentors Network (MMN) has invited journalists, media professionals, bloggers, and journalism students in Niger State to a 2-Day Practical Workshop on “The Role of AI in Journalism Practice.” This workshop, according to the organisers will equip participants with practical, beginner-friendly AI skills to make their reporting faster, smarter, and more impactful. “In today’s

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CJID inaugurates AI Collective CSO/Media Advocacy group

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Last week, the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) inducted 33 civil society organisations and media organisations into the Nigeria AI Collective CSO/Media Advocacy Group Over the next six months, this initial batch of partners will design and implement projects to drive the responsible and ethical adoption of AI in Nigeria. This aligns with

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‘How to maximise freelance opportunities’

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Students and young journalists have been urged to maximise freelance opportunities to enhance their media careers. Journalist and communication specialist, Festus Iyorah, made the call during a two-day training and mentorship programme organised by the Media Career Development Network on the theme: Independent Journalism Opportunities in a Digital World. The workshop, held on August 12th

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Well-Deserved Fellowship

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In this editorial, we note that the honorary fellowship for two distinguished journalists  affirms that excellence in journalism is appreciated not only within newsrooms, but also in the intellectual and literary world The honorary fellowship of the Nigeria Academy of Letters (NAL) recently awarded to Saturday Editor, Tribune Newspaper, Dr. Lasisi Olagunju, and former Sunday

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