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By Henry Uche
The US Consulate General in Lagos is extending its support for the Media Career Development Network (MCDN) for a second year to strengthen the capacity of emerging Nigerian journalists through a year-long Journalism Clinic beginning in November 2026.
The expanded programme will deliver 12 monthly training sessions across multiple cities, including Lagos, Ibadan, Benin City, Port Harcourt, Calabar, Awka and Enugu. Bringing together early-career journalists from print, online, radio and television outlets, the programme will combine expert-led instruction, practical skills development and opportunities to connect with experienced journalists and subject matter experts.
The initiative aims to equip journalists with the requisite knowledge and skills to report more effectively on issues shaping the U.S.–Nigeria relationship, particularly trade, investment, technology, the creative economy and other areas of bilateral cooperation. The Journalism Clinic will strengthen participants’ understanding of freedom of expression as a cornerstone of democratic governance, prosperity, innovation and long-term economic development.
The Executive Director of MCDN, Lekan Otufodunrin, in a statement, commended the US government for its commitment to supporting independent journalism in Nigeria.
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“We appreciate the opportunity to provide the training and networking opportunity for journalists in Nigeria to enhance their skills by learning from accomplished journalists and experts who will lead the various sessions,” Otufodunrin stated.
Interested journalists can apply by filling in this form: https://forms.gle/uVQ8DkuquQVBsjQh8, with details of their reporting interests. Selected participants will be notified ahead of each monthly session.
The Media Career Development Network is a journalism training and mentoring organisation committed to helping media professionals build stronger, more sustainable and fulfilling careers.
