The International Press Centre (IPC) has condemned the attack on Wish FM 99.5 and the Atlantic Television Network through sporadic gunshots and explosions by suspected gunmen in the Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State on the night of Tuesday, February 21st, 2023. IPC in a statement by its Press Freedom Officer, Melody Akinjiyan also […]
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What are the options for the media in Africa to address the various existential threats to their survival? This report highlights the major insights and suggestions by speakers at the recent Africa Media Festival in Nairobi, Kenya. The media like every sector globally is going through lots of disruptions and changes that require journalists and
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Inspired by a popular song, media career development specialist, Lekan Otufodunrin writes on how to be an unstoppable journalist notwithstanding the odds in the profession. I’m not sure what made me suddenly feel like watching the video of the popular song, Unstoppable by Australian singer and songwriter, Sia last Saturday evening. It might have probably
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The International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR) has invited applications from suitable and qualified journalists for the second phase of its Open Contract Reporting Project (OCRP). The OCPR according to the Editor of ICIR, Victoria Bamas is an accountability reporting project of the Centre that seeks to promote fiscal transparency and accountability in the budget
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For journalists who will be involved in the coverage of the forthcoming general elections, below are tips on what to do and guide against to ensure your safety and comprehensive reporting by the National Association of Political Correspondents (NAPOC) 1990s. A) Carry your Identity card that indicates the media organisation you work for. B) If
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Below is a compilation of fellowships, webinars, Award, training and other opportunities for your consideration. WEBINAR – THURSDAY, FEB. 23, 2023 Global International Journalism Network presents a webinar: ‘Investigating the War in Ukraine One Year On,’ which will bring together four senior investigative journalists who have investigated the war in Ukraine. The tutors will offer
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Queen Esther Iroanusi, formerly a Senior Political Reporter with Premium Times recently joined the Norwegian Embassy in Nigeria as the new Political and Development Adviser. In this brief chat, she spoke about her new job, how she got it and other details. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in French language and Literature from
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Below are a compilation of journalism and other media training and programmes including webinar, reporting, conference, awards and others compiled by Peace Oladipo. ONLINE MEETING – TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2023 THE ASSOCIATION OF FOREIGN PRESS CORRESPONDENTS (AFPC-USA) invites foreign correspondents to an online educational program. Candidates will have the opportunity to learn secret tips for
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Media Career Development Network (MCDN) has commenced its monthly capacity development workshops for the year 2023. The January edition which focused on the use of Microsoft Excel was attended by journalists and others interested in learning and maximising the application. Facilitating the session, Mrs Bolanle Emmanuel, a trainer introduced the package to participants stating that
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Olatunji Olaigbe is an international freelance journalist and the Editor-in-Chief of the Union of Campus Journalists, University of Ilorin. The winner of the 2021 IOM West and Central Africa Migration Journalism Awards, his reports have been featured in a variety of publications, including Al-Jazeera, Vice Magazine, WIRED, The Record by Recorded Future, HumAngle, Rest of
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