The NCC posthumously honoured Evelyn Osagie with the first Moses Ekpo Prize for Innovative Copyright Reporting. The award celebrates her dedication to Nigeria's creative sector and fearless journalism. Read the full story.
Dr Ridwan Kolawole of UI trains journalists in Oyo on solutions journalism, a method to report evidence-based responses to societal problems, moving beyond just highlighting issues.
Former Ogun Governor Olusegun Osoba and Newswatch co-founders Ray Ekpu and Maureen Chigbo celebrated the late Dan Agbese's legacy at a Lagos tribute night. Read about his impact on Nigerian media.
The Guardian's Ann Godwin wins NMMA Female Reporter and DMOMA Media Personality awards. WSCIJ and NUJ Rivers celebrate her data-driven journalism and impact on Niger Delta communities. Read more.
WRAHP trained 20 journalists from Lagos and Edo States on ethical reporting of SGBV cases to protect survivors and advance justice. Learn how media can drive change.
Golf legend Rory McIlroy has clinched the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award for 2025 after a historic season. Read about his victory and the other winners.
Ahmad Muazu, NAHCON's media aide, reveals a coordinated media attack using false narratives to pressure leadership. He urges the public to discern between genuine journalism and propaganda.
The Guardian journalists were among top winners at the 20th Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism awards in Lagos, recognised for exposés on malnutrition and abandoned projects. Discover the full list of honourees.
NAWOJ Rivers celebrates Ann Godwin for clinching NMMA Female Reporter & DMOMA Media Personality of the Year in one day. Her investigative journalism sets a national standard. Read more.
US President Donald Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, alleging defamation over edited 2021 speech. The scandal led to resignations at the broadcaster. Read the full details.
The Guardian's Ann Godwin wins NMMA Female Reporter and DMOMA Personality of the Year for an investigation that forced government action at UPTH. Read her impactful story.
BBC Director-General Tim Davie has mandated compulsory anti-Semitism training for all staff following accusations from over 200 Jewish employees. The move aims to stamp out discrimination at the broadcaster.
An expert reveals how major societal disruptions like #EndSARS protests and the Twitter ban transformed news consumption in Nigeria, eroding trust in traditional media and empowering citizen journalism.
Georgia launches inquiry into BBC report alleging use of a WWI-era chemical weapon on anti-government protesters. Get the full details on the investigation and political fallout.
The Guardian Newspaper celebrated a double victory at the 19th Nigeria Media Nite Out Awards. David Meshioye and Suliyat Tella won top honours for political and society writing. Discover their award-winning work!
New research exposes severe psychological trauma among Nigerian journalists covering conflicts. Study calls for urgent mental health support systems for media professionals.
Explore how Nigerian cartoonists use satire to address pressing national concerns. Discover the power of editorial cartoons in sparking public discourse and holding leaders accountable.
The BBC has officially begun searching for a new director general following Tim Davie's resignation over a misleading Trump edit. Learn about the $5 billion lawsuit threat and internal fallout.
The 34th Diamond Awards for Media Excellence (DAME) in Lagos will honour 3 veterans and 20 winners. Discover the impact on Nigerian journalism and the future of media.
BBC issues apology to Catherine, Princess of Wales for repeatedly calling her 'Kate Middleton' during Armistice Day coverage. This comes days after similar apology to Donald Trump over documentary editing.
James Ojo Adakole from Legit.ng earns prestigious fellowship to attend the Global Investigative Journalism Conference in Malaysia. Discover his journey and the event's impact.
Nigeria mourns veteran journalist Dan Agbese, a fearless truth-teller who shaped media through Newswatch and The Nigeria Standard. His legacy inspires generations.
NUJ President Alhassan Yahya Abdullahi urges Nigerian journalists to fight misinformation and restore public trust through ethical reporting at 2025 National Media Summit in Jalingo.
Information Minister Mohammed Idris and Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu mourn veteran journalist Dan Agbese, co-founder of Newswatch magazine, who died at 81. Read tributes to this media titan.
Veteran journalist Dan Agbese, co-founder of Newswatch magazine, has died in Lagos at 81. A key shaper of modern Nigerian journalism, his legacy in investigative reporting endures. Read more.
Veteran journalist Dan Agbese, co-founder of Newswatch magazine, has passed away at 81 in Lagos. A key figure in Nigerian journalism, his legacy in investigative reporting endures.
Kano State Government has revived three entrepreneurship institutes abandoned for eight years, admitting 1,000 new beneficiaries in poultry, journalism, and fisheries training programs.
The BBC faces mounting scrutiny over its editorial impartiality amid political polarization. Learn how the public broadcaster navigates criticism from both left and right.
Salisu Ibrahim, Head of Hausa Desk at Legit.ng, has been selected for INMA's inaugural Africa Emerging Leaders Scholarship among 17 media professionals. Discover how this achievement highlights indigenous-language journalism.
US President Donald Trump insists on suing BBC for $1-5 billion over edited Capitol riot speech. BBC apologizes but rejects defamation claim. Read full details.