EveryDayLagos is thrilled to announce its first anniversary, marking a significant milestone in its journey to provide a platform for the voices of Lagosians to be heard. In a statement by the online newspaper  Editorial consultant, Uche Nnadozie said that ‘Over the past 12 months, EveryDayLagos has been privileged to share the stories of Lagos, its people, and its vibrant …

In the contemporary digital age, the rise of social media has revolutionized the way information is in the contemporary digital age, the rise of social media has revolutionized the way information is disseminated and consumed. Platforms like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have become dominant spaces where narratives are formed, challenged, and reshaped daily. In Nigeria, social media influencers have …

When listeners in northern Nigeria tuned into Voice of America (VOA) last month, they found music playing in place of their regular broadcast — a telltale sign, historically, that soldiers had seized telecoms offices, and even the government. ‘Was there a coup in the US’?, a VOA journalist, Babangida Jibrin recalled one worried listener asking, as he and colleagues fielded …

As the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) turned 70 last Saturday, the Guild of Interfaith Media Practitioners (GIMP) has commended media professionals in the country for their resilience in the face of all odds, and dedication to the ethics of the profession.   Founded in Lagos on 15 March 1955, NUJ was in the forefront during Nigeria’s independence struggle. It …

The Board of Facilitators of the Media Integrity Initiative Africa (MIIA) has approved the timetable, training modules, and lead facilitators for its inaugural quarterly free training series. According to the organisers, the virtual training programme will take place over two Saturdays in April 2025 (12th and 19th), from 11 am to 4 pm via an online webinar platform. The approved …

It was my son’s idea. Adeyinka had always wanted to be a journalist, reporting from the sports desk. He desired to study Mass Communications to advance his passion but ended up with Philosophy. Upon completing his national youth service in Taraba State, his dream was aided by great folks: Isaac Umunna, Taye Ige, Maureen Chigbo and the mentor-in-chief Lekan Otufodurin. …

In an era where misinformation and ethical lapses threaten the credibility of journalism, a bold initiative is stepping forward to reshape the landscape. The Media Integrity Initiative Africa (MIIA) has officially launched, bringing together an elite consortium of 20 veteran media professionals dedicated to restoring integrity, responsibility, and excellence in African journalism. MIIA is a non-governmental organisation committed to teaching …

The warm African sun cast long shadows across the training room in Accra as  journalists from across Ghana gathered, their faces a mixture of curiosity and anticipation. The seamless orchestration of this momentous event was thanks to the tireless efforts of the Regional Marketing Specialist for West and Central Africa of United States Agency for Global Media/Voice of America (USAGM/VOA), …

Nigeria’s global communications strategist, Ehi Braimah has been named a finalist for the StudyUK Alumni Awards 2025, a prestigious international recognition by the British Council. The award, now in its 11th edition, honours outstanding United Kingdom university alumni worldwide. Braimah, the Chairman/CEO of Neo Media & Marketing, a PR and marketing management company; and Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of Naija Times and Lagos …

The ThisDay Alumni Association has joined in celebrating the newspapers’ milestone of 30 years of exceptional journalism, innovation, and impact. The flagship newspaper of Leaders & Company Limited, ThisDay was first published on 22 January 1995. It has its headquarters in Apapa, Lagos. It was founded by the Duke of Owa Kingdom, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, a media entrepreneur who is …