In the course of every person’s journey, there are certain things that aid their path to success. One of them is the ability to take advantage of every opportunity to learn. Learning is a continual activity and no knowledge is lost. Therefore, it is important that in every situation we find ourselves, we take the […]
Bukola Oriola: ‘My internship to the World story’ Read More »
Habeeb Ibrahim of the Department of Mass Communication, Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) highlights eighteen things to remember about the late founder of Journalists Against AIDS (JAAIDS). Today marks 18 years since the untimely death of Omololu Falobi, a remarkable journalist, social entrepreneur, and HIV/AIDS advocate who profoundly impacted Nigeria and beyond.
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As part of it’s commitment to enhancing media practice in the country, the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) launched the Report Women programme to address the scarcity and quality of news about issues of access and abuse that affect girls and women. Through the programme so much has been achieved including the training
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In the heart of Borno State, Nigeria, a devastating flood swept away homes, livelihoods, and hopes. Due to the impact of the chaos, a young mother, Amina clutched her children, watching as their world disappeared. The trauma etched on her face mirrored the anguish of countless others. As the waters receded, the true extent
Borno Flood: A tale of resilience Read More »
Integrity is very important for every individual. To maintain integrity, you have to deny yourself certain things. Integrity is staying on what is right/or what you know to be right depending on the situation you are in. Protecting the legacy of integrity is the duty of all and is not limited to some individuals. Integrity
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As my second semester drew to a close, I found myself at a crossroad, filled with anxiety about my upcoming internship. It wasn’t just about securing a spot, it was about finding a place that offered genuine mentoring, sincere coaching, and frequent training to truly prepare me for my media career. In my search for
Internship: How I got the right fellowship and mentorship Read More »
Congratulations! I’m part of this historic moment of the 30th anniversary of the DAAR Communication Group owners of African Independent Television and Ray Power. I became part of the family shortly after its establishment in 1994 because of the proscription of Concord Press of Nigeria where I was a political correspondent. I was absorbed as
DAAR Group @ 30: A mighty, sheltering oak that must live forever Read More »
The Media Career Library Series offer a treasure trove of insights into media books and publications of journalists about Nigeria’s media landscape, experience, adventures, media practice and other topical books for intellectual engagement. In this edition of the series, we looked into the symbolic work of a Nigerian media leader, Richard Ikiebe. The “Nigerian Media
Media Career Library: Ikiebe’s Book of Unique Insight into Nigeria Media Evolution. Read More »
Heritage Kehinde of the Department of Mass Communication, University of Lagos (UNILAG), writes about her first week of internship experience at Media Career Development Network. For a long time now, I have anticipated my internship experience so much because it would be my first work experience as a student. I was looking forward to it
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Abdulwarees Solanke, Deputy Director, Strategic Planning and Corporate Development Department Voice of Nigeria writes on the retirement of the Director of News of Voice of Nigeria, Austeen Elewodalu. The last Board of Management meeting of Voice of Nigeria which turned out to be a Valedictory for Mr. Austeen Elewodalu was a most emotional one
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