Interviews

‘How ChatJourno is different from other AI tools’

Ayomikunle Daramola is a product manager and journalist passionate about using technology and story-telling to drive social impact. In this interview, the Senior Reporter with TheCable shares updates on his AI product, ChatJourno, it’s unique features, the ultimate goal of the tool and how journalists can maximise AI and other digital tools to enhance their […]

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‘How journalists can maximise digital tools, enhance practice’

Founder, JournoTECH in London, Elfredah Kelvin-Alerechi, who started her journalism career as a reporter and correspondent in Rivers State, Nigeria, is also the Chief Executive Officer, The Colonist Report UK and  Africa independent investigative organisations. With nearly a decade of experience as a technologist, web builder, app developer, researcher, and investigative journalist, she built and

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Framer of Nigeria’s environmental crisis

“Mayowa is not a Nigerian environmental documentary photographer,” declares Olumide Idowu, co-founder of the International Climate Change Development Initiative and a senior colleague who has witnessed Mayowa’s ascent. “He is the Nigerian environmental photographer.” It’s a bold claim to make, but Olumide assures us that it’s the right one. Mayowa Adebote’s trajectory has been remarkable, evolving from

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What Sanitary Pad Media Campaign is about – Treasure

Beyond celebrating women’s resilience during International Women’s Day like last Saturday, there are also many issues limiting access to basic amenities, rights, and privileges of women. One such is the lack of period dignity for women. In an exclusive interview with the former General Manager of Radio Nigeria One, 103.5 FM and Lead Consultant YellowBloom

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‘We need more professionals with PhDs to teach journalism’

Deputy Director, Digital Media at Voice of Nigeria (VON) who bagged his PhD in Communication and Media Studies from Babcock University,Ilisan-Remo, Ogun State, Dr Qasim Akinreti shares his journey to obtaining his doctorate and other career and academic issues. Why did you decide to get the highest academic qualification, PhD, as a practising journalist? I

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‘Impact of having PhD on media career development’

Deputy Editor, (Sunday) New Telegraph, Biyi Adegoroye,  (PhD Mass Communication/Media Studies, Lead City University, Ibadan) shares his experience on his academic and career journey. Adegoroye, now an adjunct lecturer at McPharson University is an Alumnus of the Nigeria Institute of Journalism, Yaba College of Technology, Lagos State University, BSc Mass Communication, Masters International Relations and

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‘What journalists planning to get PhDs should know’

Associate Editor of The Nation Newspaper, Olatunji Ololalde, who recently bagged his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Media and Communication Studies from Caleb University, Ikorodu, in this interview, shares his experience and other thoughts on Phd studies and media career. Why did you decide to get the highest academic qualification, PhD, as a practising journalist?

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‘My advice for journalists planning to get PhD’

South-South Bureau Chief of The Nation, Bisi Olaniyi, holds a  Doctorate in Communication Studies, specialising in Print Media from the University of Port Harcourt. He shares his experience of combining studying and working full-time and other insights. Why did you decide to get the highest academic qualification, PhD, as a practising journalist? Doctorate in Communication

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Our motivations for getting PhDs – female journalists

Four female journalists based in Rivers State who have doctorate degrees in this interview explained their motivations for seeking the highest educational qualifications and lessons from their academic journeys.  Juliana Masi, Head of Press, Office of the Secretary to Rivers State Government,  Juliana Masi (PhD, Peace and Conflict Studies, University of Port-Harcourt) Why did you

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‘How to step up your career game in 2025 and beyond’

The beginning of a new year is one of the best times for every professional, including media practitioners to review their career journeys and explore options to maximise available opportunities.  In this first interview of the year on her Media Talk Show, Media and Communication Specialist Adebisi Adetunji spoke with the Executive Director of Media

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