Apply Now: Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) CMEDIA Training 2026
Are you a local journalist looking to deepen your accountability reporting skills and create real impact in your community?
The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) is now accepting applications for its CMEDIA Local Journalism Training scheduled for April 2026.
This virtual workshop is tailored for journalists and editors who are passionate about using reporting as a force for positive change.
Participants will gain practical tools and insights to improve the quality, depth, and impact of their accountability stories.
About the Training
The programme is part of WSCIJ’s Collaborative Media Project (CMEDIA), designed to equip local journalists with the skills needed to report effectively on governance and public accountability.
Participants will be introduced to the RUSH approach—a structured method that helps journalists produce impactful stories and ensures consistent follow-up for measurable outcomes.
The training will also focus on strengthening follow-up mechanisms, enabling reporters to track developments and sustain public interest after publication.
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Training Details
- Organiser: Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ)
- Format: Virtual Workshop
- Date: Thursday, 16 April 2026
- Application Deadline: Thursday, 9 April 2026
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Who Should Apply
- Local journalists across Nigeria
- Editors interested in accountability reporting
- Media professionals passionate about driving social change
Benefits of Participation
- Gain practical accountability reporting skills
- Learn how to apply the RUSH approach effectively
- Improve follow-up strategies for impactful journalism
- Enhance your influence on policy and public discourse
Deadline: Thursday, 9 April 2026
