Adejumobi Adegbite Fellowship for Young Journalists 2025
- Omran Aburayya
- 4 days ago
- 2 min read
If you're an emerging journalist in Nigeria with a passion for investigative reporting, the Adejumobi Adegbite Fellowship for Young Journalists 2025 offers a transformative opportunity to enhance your skills and make a meaningful impact. Applications are now open for this prestigious one-year program, designed to honor the legacy of the late Adejumobi Adegbite, a distinguished journalist and former Information Specialist at the U.S. Consulate in Lagos. In collaboration with the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) and supported by the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, this fellowship aims to empower early-career journalists through comprehensive training, mentorship, and practical experience in investigative journalism.
📝 Fellowship Summary
Location: Lagos, Nigeria (with some virtual components)
Host Institution: Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), supported by the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos
Level: Early-career journalism fellowship
Target Group: Emerging Nigerian journalists with less than five years of professional experience
Fields of Focus: Investigative journalism, multimedia reporting, data-driven journalism, ethical reporting
Coverage: Provision of mobile journalism tools, mentorship, and guidance
Duration: One year
Application Deadline: Monday, May 26, 2025
Start Date: To be announced
Eligible to: Nigerian journalists permanently residing in Nigeria
📚 Fellowship Overview
The Adejumobi Adegbite Fellowship is a comprehensive one-year program dedicated to nurturing the next generation of Nigerian journalists. Through a blend of in-person and virtual sessions, the fellowship offers:
Workshops: Intensive training sessions focusing on investigative techniques, multimedia storytelling, data analysis, and ethical journalism practices.
Mentorship: Personalized guidance from seasoned journalists and media professionals to support fellows in their investigative projects.
Practical Experience: Opportunities to produce impactful public interest stories, utilizing the skills and tools acquired during the fellowship.
Fellows are expected to participate in the opening and closing sessions held in Lagos, as well as two intermediate online sessions, ensuring a well-rounded and flexible learning experience.
🎁 Fellowship Benefits
Mobile Journalism Tools: Each fellow will receive essential equipment to facilitate field reporting and multimedia content creation.
Expert Mentorship: Access to a network of experienced journalists providing continuous support and feedback.
Skill Development: Enhanced competencies in investigative reporting, data journalism, and ethical standards.
Professional Networking: Opportunities to connect with peers, mentors, and industry leaders, fostering collaborative relationships.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Professional Experience: Less than five years of experience in journalism, including roles in TV, radio, print, or online media.
Residency: Permanent residency in Nigeria.
Professional Status: Active working journalists, including interns, freelancers, part-time, and full-time media professionals.
Previous Participation: Not alumni or prior participants of any U.S. government exchange programs.
Published Work: Submission of two investigative stories published within the 24 months preceding the application deadline.
Content Criteria: Submissions must be investigative reports; features, analyses, and op-eds are not eligible.
Availability: Commitment to attend the opening and closing sessions in Lagos, and two online sessions during the fellowship period.
📝 Application Procedure and Required Documents
Interested candidates should submit the following documents via email to programmes@fij.ng by Monday, May 26, 2025:
Two Investigative Stories: Published within the last 24 months.
Personal Statement: A narrative of no more than 1,000 words detailing your inspiration as a journalist and how the fellowship aligns with your career aspirations.
Curriculum Vitae (CV): An up-to-date resume highlighting your educational background, work experience, and relevant skills.
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