EDITORIAL: We demand for more condusive civic space for the media, civil society organisations, individuals and others. In a democratic system like Nigeria’s, which has been in place since 1999, press freedom should be sacrosanct. Journalists must be able to carry out their duties—holding the government, authorities, and individuals accountable—without fear of intimidation or restriction, […]
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The media, being a crucial element of a democratic society would usually have direct and indirect interaction with national laws and regulations. Ideally, these media laws lay general frameworks for responsible media practice, guide media works, and protect the rights and freedom of the press and the people to promote diverse voices and opinions as
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The Cable Newspaper Journalism Foundation (CNJF) has announced 13 Nigerian journalists today as fellows for its Amplifying Climate Storytelling Fellowship program, which is organised in partnership with TheCable Newspaper. According to the announcement on TheCable Newspaper’s website, the fellows, seven male and six female journalists from print, online, and broadcast newsrooms in the country, were
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Considering the intensity of media work, there is an increasing need for journalists to pay attention to learning and caring for their mental health to maintain their sanity and enhance their productivity. They must learn to manage their health as they face the daily challenge of performing their watchdog role. While in the constant race
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One of the most effective ways to encourage excellence among employees in any organisation is to acknowledge and reward outstanding performance. While staff are paid for their assigned duties, recognising those who go above and beyond fosters sustained peak performance and motivates them to achieve even greater results, ultimately benefiting the organisation as a whole.
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Until about 2022, Solutions reporting as an approach to journalism although practiced by some, was not adopted by many journalists in Nigeria. Only a few journalists who participated in the LEDE Journalism fellowship or early adopters knew the proposition of the approach to reporting social issues. Many journalists misconceived it as hero-praising, public relations reporting which
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The documentary on Bishop Ajayi Crowther, the first African Anglican bishop, Mission to Osoogun, released whose trailer was released last week is not his first. It’s the sixth by acclaimed journalist, travel and culture writer, author and documentary filmmaker in a class of his own, Pelu Awofeso who is very passionate about what he reports
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When you see a global media opportunity, including training, award, fellowship, conference, or other opportunities for which you are qualified, don’t rule yourself out by thinking you don’t have a chance against many other applicants worldwide. In 1996, while I was Group News Editor at The Punch, I started reading Newsletters of the Thomson Foundation
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The University of Lagos made history with the announcement of 18 all-female first-class graduates from its Mass Communication Department. Their achievement, celebrated during the university’s 55th Convocation ceremony, is a testament to their resilience and hard work. While joining in commending the female students for their outstanding performance, we wish to note that the celebration
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Our media book of the week is Adventures of A Guerrilla Journalist by accomplished journalist and editor, Senator Babafemi Ojudu who was Special Adviser on Politics to the President in the last administration. Comments by those who have read the book, including that of our Executive Director, Lekan Otufodunrin confirm that it’s a must-read for anyone who wants
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