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Key advice for journalists: Take responsibility for your career, be conflict sensitive

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By Dayo Emmanuel Executive Director of Media Career Development Network (MCDN), Lagos, Mr. Lekan Otufodunrin has advised journalists to take personal responsibility for their career and not leave it to their employer’s. Otufodunrin gave the advice at a workshop for journalists in Bayelsa State organised by MCDN and sponsored by the United States Consulate General, […]

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writing

The meeting point between Journalism and creative writing

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By Moses Okocha Journalism in the 21st century has been viewed differently by individuals. While some see it as short writing or report, others have regarded it as one that has little or no element(s) of creativity in it. Whichever way Journalism has been conceived, it is sacrosanct to note that there is a converging

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Journalism and creative writing: two opposite ends of the literary rope

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Chiemeka Evans ADINDU writes on the training on Longform Journalism and Creative Writing by Investigative Journalist and Youth/Children Advocate, Ejiro Umukoro The training was done in such a way that it pricked me to start thinking differently about the media profession; its vastness and the unique ways one can excel, despite the trend. This is

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content

‘Content is King, but Context is Queen’

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“In the media parlance, especially in the broadcast industry, it is often said that content is king. From my experience as a broadcaster, journalist, speaker and writer, I have come to know that Context Is Queen.” – Lady E. 2005 That was the opening statement of Media trainer and multi-media consultant, Ejiro Umukoro during the

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Two Nigerians, 18 others selected for Google Podcasts Creator Programme

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By Oyinlola Awonuga Two Nigerians, Oluwafemi Olugbade and Oluwaseun Shobo have been selected along with 18 others for the 2020/2021 Google Podcasts Creator Programme Olugbade popularly referred to as Femi Bakes and TheSoundBaker, an experienced Voiceover Talent and an Audio Producer is known for helping clients articulate their brand stories through audio. He has worked

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All set for Africa Investigative Journalism conference

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All is set for the opening of the annual Africa Investigative Journalism Conference (AIJC) on Tuesday, October 6 which will hold virtual till October 30. The conference organized by the Journalism Department of the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa will feature 25+ sessions of various topics, new tools and techniques, networking and

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Journalism

Directors/Provosts of NIJ 1971-2020

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As the Governing Board of the Nigeria Institute of Journalism (NIJ) gets set to appoint a new Provost for the institution, Oyinlola Awonuga writes on the tenure and profile of former heads of the school. Call for applications to fill the position closed on September 29, 2020. Mr. Keith Harris (1971-1972) Mr. John Lahey (Australian) (1973-1977)

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Can journalists save journalism?

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In his keynote address at the just concluded Investigative Reporters and Editors IRE20 Virtual conference, acclaimed American investigative journalist, Ronan Farrow among other thought-provoking statements said: “The only people who can save journalism are journalists.” Farrow is author of the best-selling “Catch and Kill: Lies, Spies and a Conspiracy to Protect Predators.” His 2019 book

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Media Programmes THISWEEK (September 28 – October 3, 2020)

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Media Programmes and activities scheduled to hold this week include international conferences, deadlines, book release among others between Monday, September 28-Saturday, October 3, 2020). The programmes compiled by Oyinlola Awonuga are listed below with details: MONDAY, September 28, 2020 #WorldNewsDay World Editors Forum will hold a virtual event to celebrate WorldNewsDay, today. Journalists will show

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water

How and what to report about water

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Freelance journalist and editor, Kehinde Ogunyale @Prof_KennyJames participated in recent online training on Water resources by @SurgeXMedia @SurgeAfricaOrg He shares highlights of the insightful session. SurgeXMedia is an initiative of @SurgeAfricaOrg that bridges the gap between community impact and climate news to amplify the widespread of climate data in Africa. The session was

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