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WSCIJ convenes FRLP mentors to evaluate mentees’ investigative story projects | Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism

The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) held virtual meetings on 9 July and 23 July 2025 with mentors of the 6th Report Women! Female Reporters Leadership Programme (FRLP) participants to provide progress updates on their mentees’ story project, discuss challenges and propose solutions to support them in delivering impactful investigative stories. The mentors […] The post WSCIJ convenes FRLP mentors to evaluate mentees’ inve…Read Article

Nigeria · Nigeria

Power, politics and the press: Why women are still missing? | Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism

“If women have given us more trophies than men,” asked Kayode Okikiolu, a TV anchor with Channels TV, “can they maybe give us better governance?” It is a fair and timely question, by the recent victory of the Super Falcons, who won the African Women Cup of Nations (WAFCON) for a record tenth time, dubbed […] The post Power, politics and the press: Why women are still missing? appeared first on Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism.Read Article

Democracy · Nigeria

Democracy under pressure: Safeguarding press freedom and civic rights | Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism

The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) has released a new policy brief titled “A nation’s voice at the crossroads: An urgent call to defend Nigeria’s civic space and journalism.” The document explains the current state of civic space in Nigeria, highlights growing threats to press freedom, and offers clear suggestions for how government, […] The post Democracy under pressure: Safeguarding press freedom and civic rights appe…Read Article

Experts Sound Alarm Over Surveillance, Press Suppression, Threats to Democracy Across Africa - Security News Alert

At the 17th Wole Soyinka Centre Media Lecture, speakers issued a compelling call for urgent action to protect journalists across Africa from deepening surveillance and digital threats. Held virtually and themed “Surveillance, Safety and the Silencing of Truth,” the event brought together prominent voices who warned that attacks on press freedom represent broader assaults […] The post Experts Sound Alarm Over Surveillance, Press Suppression, Thre…See the Story

National Award for WSCIJ’s Patron, Wole Soyinka, Founder, Dapo Olorunyomi and other Journalists | Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism

Professor Wole Soyinka has been honoured with the second highest national honour as Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) in recognition of the defining role he played in Nigeria’s struggle for democracy. Similarly, Dapo Olorunyomi, WSCIJ’s founder was also conferred with a National Honour by President Bola Tinubu on June 12 during […] The post National Award for WSCIJ’s Patron, Wole Soyinka, Founder, Dapo Olorunyomi and other Journal…Nigeria · Nigeria Read Article

JCF honours WSCIJ’s Motunrayo Alaka for championing gender-sensitive journalism | Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism

Our Executive Director/CEO, Motunrayo Alaka, has been named an #EndMisogynyNG Ambassador by Journalists for Christ (JCF) International Outreach (JFC), in recognition of her leadership in advancing the course of women and girls, including through WSCIJ’s Report Women! programme. We welcomed Lekan Otufodunrin, Founding President of JFC and Funmi Falobi, Head of Gender and Advocacy for […] The post JCF honours WSCIJ’s Motunrayo Alaka for championin…Journalism · Lagos Read Article

Wole Soyinka Centre Media Lecture to examine global surveillance and press freedom | Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism

Around the world, journalists are being watched. Some are harassed, others are silenced while many work under the shadow of surveillance technology and state-backed repression. As these threats grow more sophisticated, so must our collective response. On Sunday, 13 July 2025, at 5:00 p.m. WAT, the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) will convene […] The post Wole Soyinka Centre Media Lecture to examine global surveillance an…Lagos, Lagos · Lagos Read Article

Press Release: Wole Soyinka Centre Media Lecture to spotlight global surveillance and threats to journalists | Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism

The 17th Wole Soyinka Centre Media Lecture will hold on Sunday, 13 July 2025 at 5:00pm (WAT) on Zoom, with the theme “Surveillance, Safety and the Silencing of Truth.” The event will feature Angela Quintal, regional director for Africa at the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), as keynote speaker alongside panellists Quinn McKew, executive director […] The post Press Release: Wole Soyinka Centre Media Lecture to spotlight global surveillance…Surveillance · Lagos Read Article

WSCIJ’s Motunrayo Alaka named among 15 women redefining Nigerian media | Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism

Motunrayo Alaka, Executive Director/CEO of the Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ), has been named one of the 15 Women Redefining Nigerian Media by Culture Custodian. The recognition highlights women making significant strides in journalism, broadcasting, digital media, and media development. As the Executive Director/CEO of WSCIJ, Alaka has spent many years spearheading groundbreaking […] The post WSCIJ’s Motunrayo Alaka na…Nigeria · Nigeria Read Article

Stakeholders deliberate on framework for WSCIJ’s 2024 Journalism and Civic Space Status Report | Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism

The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) convened key stakeholders on Wednesday, 7 May 2025, at Amber Residence, Ikeja, Lagos, to advance preparations for the 2024 edition of the Journalism and Civic Space Status Report, under its Civic Space Guard project. Participants included Professor Abigail Ogwezzy-Ndisika, Director of the Institute of Continuing Education, University […] The post Stakeholders deliberate on framework fo…Ikeja · Ikeja Read Article

Report Women! FRLP participants share story and leadership project at share fair | Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism

Twelve participants of the Report Women! Female Reporters Leadership Programme (FRLP), Champion Building edition, convened virtually on Wednesday, 28 May 2025, for a share fair session. The meeting provided a platform for participants to share progress on their investigative stories and leadership projects. The participants – Bilkis Lawal, Rasheedat Iliyas, Mary Agidi, Christiana Alabi-Akande, Melony […] The post Report Women! FRLP participants …Lagos, Lagos · Lagos Read Article

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