News Verifier Africa, a Factcheck organisation in Nigeria, has adopted inclusive approaches and policies specifically for those with hearing and visual impairment for its website re-launched on August 25, 2023. The new website was presented at a virtual session during which various speakers commended News Verifier Africa for the idea which addresses the crucial issue […]
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After 37 years of employment at the Vanguard Newspaper, Mr Gbenga Adefaye, General Manager and Editor-in-Chief has retired from the company. He confirmed his retirement in a “Thank You Note” message on Saturday in which he expressed his sincere gratitude for the support he had during his stay in the company. “After 37 years of
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The maiden edition of the National Conference on Agricultural Journalism (NCAJ) is scheduled to hold in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory, Abuja from August 31 to September 1, 2023. The conference on the theme ‘Agricultural Journalism in Nigeria: Challenges and Prospects’, according to a press release by the organisers is designed to discuss the major challenges
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The Acting General Manager of Lagos Television (LTV), Mrs. Sola Kosoko has been officially appointed as the head of the station. Mrs Kosoko’s confirmation was announced recently, marking a new chapter in her career. She assumed the role of acting General Manager after the departure of Mrs. Siju Alabi in June. Her appointment has been
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Five Nigerian journalists have clinched top honours in the 2022 edition of the Sanlam Awards for Excellence in Financial Journalism, recently held in Johannesburg, South Africa. Proving their mettle among their peers from across Africa, the outstanding Nigerian journalists are Ronald Adamolekun of Premium Times who won the ‘African Growth Story’ category and Damilola
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Award-winning journalist, Juliana Francis has announced the release of her new book shedding light on child trafficking, particularly into sex slavery. Titled “We Are Priceless,” the book aims to combat various crimes against children including sex slavery, trafficking, child labor, and abuse. According to a press statement by the Chairman of the Book
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The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) has been commended for its commitment to enhancing the skills of journalists and providing needed resources for career growth. The Executive Director of Media Career Development Network (MCDN) Mr Lekan Otufodunrin gave the commendation while presenting the Distinguished Gender Media Equity award to the Executive Director and
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A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mr. Abiodun Olatunji has emphasised the need for the Nigerian media to continue to lead the charge against unjust laws and the violation of citizens’ rights by the government and its agencies. He gave the charge in a keynote address at the 2023 Annual Lecture of the National Association of
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At a solemn ceremony held on Friday, July 14, 2023, the Former Dean of the School of Communication and Media Studies, Lagos State University (LASU), Professor Lai Oso, was laid to rest, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished. Serving as the Dean of the school from 2011 to 2015, he played
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Media organisations in Nigeria have been urged to adopt gender-conscious approaches and policies specifically designed for female journalists, particularly those who are mothers. The call was one of the recommendations of a research on the Impact of Motherhood on the Career Development of Female Journalists in Nigeria by Ijeoma Okereke-Adagba under the Female Reporters
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