IPC condemns arrest of journalists, shutting of radio stations

The International Press Centre (IPC) has condemned recent attacks on Nigerian journalists in South-South region of Nigeria late last year and clamp down on media houses in Gambia. Report by IPC on monitoring on the safety of journalists reveals that not less than three journalists have been arrested in Nigeria and two private radio stations […]

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January 15, deadline for Photo Masterclass West Africa applications

World Press Photo Foundation has called for applications from documentary photographers in The World Press Photo Masterclass West Africa. The Masterclass West Africa which will take place in Accra, Ghana, will last from 8th -12th March 2017, and would also support the most promising young visual journalists in their professional development. The deadline to submit

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VACANCY: Video Editor, Cinematographers, Sound Engineer, Presenters / Actors

Kingdom Africa TV, DSTV channel 345 is recruiting. Applications are invited for the following positions in our Ibadan, Nigeria offices. 1. Video Editor 2. Cinematographers 3. Sound Engineer 4. Presenters / Actors Positions are full time and you will be working in our Ibadan, Nigeria office. To apply you need to come for an audition

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Nine authors on 2016 Etisalat Prize for Literature longlist

By Rhoda Olorunfemi Nine African Writers who have published book-length fiction have been named on the longlist for the 2016 Eitisalat Prize for Literature. The listed books include; Mr. and Mrs. Doctor by Julie Iromuanya (Coffee House Press, USA), The Yearning by Mohale Mashigo (PanMacmillan, South Africa), Piggy Boy’s Blues by Nakhane Toure (Blackbird Books

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Journalists get Life Insurance cover

Twenty-nine journalists have bagged life cover insurance worth N14.5million under the support of the National Association of Insurance and Pension Correspondents, NAIPCO, to boost their welfare. The cover which was provided by FBNInsurance Limited is said to be one of NAIPCO’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability drive. Managing Director of FBNInsurance Limited, Val Ojumah,

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Punch, Vanguard, Sahara Reporters top 2016 social media presence

By Ajibola Amzat Barely two hours in the New Year, has Vanguard newspaper tweeted: “President Buhari’s new year message to Nigerians.” And just about the same time, The Punch followed suit: “Buhari Receives Boko Haram flag from Army.” The tweets by the two Nigerian newspapers illustrate the struggle for stronger presence on social media by

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‘My experience as a photojournalist has been very tough’

Abiodun Williams,  a photo journalist with The Nation recently bagged the Photojournalist of the Year award at the Nigeria Media Merit Award (NMMA). In this interview with Rhoda Olorunfemi, Williams who has worked in various media houses for about 30 years speaks on his experiences on the job and other issues.    What was your

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Vacancies: Head, Investigations, Reporter-Researchers, Interns

Cable Newspaper Journalism Foundation (CNJF), a partner of TheCable online newspaper, has vacancy for the following positions under its Policy Radar Initiative (PRIN) project team. HEAD, INVESTIGATIONS Location: Lagos or Abuja. Tenure: Renewable three-year contract. Duties: The ideal candidate will lead a team of vibrant investigative journalists and help the Cable Foundation deliver on its

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