LightRay! Young African Women in Media Leadership series: Meet Elizabeth Osayande
Elizabeth Osayande is bold. She takes on ideas that are five times her size and runs with it. A Freelance Journalist with close to nine years in the media space, her moniker, Iyaloja, as she covers the education beat with the Vanguard Newspaper Limited sticks on her like cheese on pizza. On the record, she […]
FFN HOSTS MAIDEN MEDIA CONVERSATION
The Female Freelancers Network (FFN) is set to host a groundbreaking virtual panel discussion titled “AI and Ethics of Writing” on May 4th at 2 PM. The event aims to explore the ethical considerations surrounding the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and writing. The panel will feature experts such as Dr Suraj Olunifesi, a distinguished […]
Don’t just spotlight others, brand yourself, PR specialist tells journalists
Public relations expert and media specialist, Canadian-based, Esther Ijewere, has tasked journalists to build and brand themselves even as they engage in bringing others to the spotlight. Ijewere, who is the founder of Women of Rubies, made the charge as the guest speaker at the October media exposé, organised by the Female Freelancers Network, FFN, […]
Investigative Journalism Grants: Prioritize integrity over personal gains – Expert
Renowned journalist, Mrs. Juliana Francis, has emphasized the importance of using investigative journalism grants for their intended purpose rather than personal enrichment. Speaking at the monthly media training organized by the Female Freelancers Federation (FFF), Francis, the esteemed publisher of SecurityNewsAlert, spoke extensively on the topic, ‘The Rudiments of Pitching and Winning.’ During her address, […]
Female Freelancers Federation train journalists on Gaining Global Relevance
No fewer than 40 freelance journalists drawn from various media organisations from across Nigeria were trained by the Female Freelancers Federation (FFF), on gaining global relevance through pitching. Sharing valuable insights on pitching your way to international success, the guest speaker, serial award-winning journalist and media entrepreneur, Kowoforola Belo-Osagie, said that journalism goes beyond merely […]
How to attain global relevance in media practice
The Female Freelancers Federation (FFF), led by Elizabeth Osayande, on May 27, organized its 3rd edition of Media Expose, titled “Gaining Global Relevance via Pitching,” in the ever-evolving world of journalism. Although the webinar was open to all genders, it predominantly attracted female freelance journalists eager to learn about pitching from the award-winning journalist, Kofoworola […]
How to be a global journalist- Kujenya
Journalists interested in being relevant in the global space should have a broad knowledge of international affairs, different cultures and issues. The Executive-in-Charge, of Media Mentors Leadership Academy, Ms. Joke Kujenya stated this at a media training organised recently by the Female Freelancers Federation, (FFF) with the theme “Becoming a Global Journalist” “You must have the capacity […]
How Journalists Can Maintain Editorial Independence through Investment — Lekan Otufodunrin
Executive Director of the Media Career Development Network, Mr Lekan Otufodunrin has shared valuable insights with members of the Female Freelancers Federation (FFF) in Nigeria and other journalists about investing wisely and building a successful career. Speaking at an online webinar on “Tips on Investments as a freelance journalist”, Otufodunrin emphasised the importance of securing […]
Elizabeth Osayande wins Vanguard Media’s International Internship University Award
WanaData member Elizabeth Osayande has received the prestigious Awardee, International Internship University 250 plus Innovative Young African Awards from Vanguard Media Limited. The award celebrates outstanding Africans who have demonstrated a commitment to promoting the actualisation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), active citizenship, youth participation, community services, and good governance and policy advocacy in […]