In Kogi’s antenatal wards, whispers of struggle and triumph weave through breastfeeding journeys. Mothers like Blessing and Oyiza navigate pain, myths, and societal pressures amidst Nigeria’s 29% exclusive breastfeeding rate. Amidst challenges, campaigns and support systems emerge, nurturing bonds between mothers and babies, shaping healthier futures in the heart of Kogi.
By Tosin Toluwaloju
Media Rights Agenda & International Press Centre condemn escalating attacks on Nigerian journalists. Incidents include arrests & harassment. Calls for gov’t accountability, respect for media freedom & compliance with FOIA. Lady E Ejiro Umukoro stresses media literacy for police & respect for Supreme Court judgment on FOIA.
By Ejiro Umukoro
. . . Economic Journalism Workshop Highlights the Power of Storytelling in Shaping Africa’s Economic Narrative
By Ejiro Umukoro
Opinion Piece
By Zekeri Idakwo Laruba
Media experts Lady Ejiro Umukoro and Dr. Jamiu Folarin advocate for a paradigm shift in Nigerian journalism, emphasizing the need for community-driven narratives, rigorous ethics, and transparent accountability. By harnessing the power of technology and solution-focused reporting, they argue that journalists can catalyze informed public discourse, restore trust, and uphold the highest standards of media literacy, fact-checking, and professionalism.
By Oluwaseyi Elizabeth Jimoh
By reclaiming their role as truth-tellers and prioritizing community-centered reporting, media practitioners can rebuild trust and foster meaningful public discourse, rather than merely serving political or commercial interests.
By Oluwaseyi Elizabeth Jimoh
. . . As Media Experts, Lady Ejiro Umukoro and Dr. Jamiu Calls for Reclaiming Agenda-Setting Power Amidst Growing Influence of Social Media.
By Oluwaseyi Elizabeth Jimoh
As traditional media’s agenda-setting power wanes, Nigerian journalists and social media influencers must collaborate to promote fact-driven narratives and restore public trust in the digital age.
Female journalists in Nigeria face a daunting reality: physical assaults, abductions, and detentions for doing their job. Despite these challenges, they strive to report the truth, their voices often silenced but not stifled, their resilience a testament to their dedication.
By Editor