By Oluwatoyin Adegoke
There is the need for Journalists to embrace digital learning and adapt to the emerging technologies to stay relevant in the media landscape.
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State stated this while declaring open a 2-day Media Training and Retreat for Journalists in Ogun State put together by the IHS Nigeria Limited in collaboration with the Correspondents’ Chapel of Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, held in Abeokuta.
Governor Abiodun who was represented by the Special Adviser to the governor on Media, Mr Kayode Akinmade described the retreat as a platform to address gaps in areas such as social mentorship, career planning, digital skills, leadership development, and financial viability, among others.
The Governor reaffirmed the present administration’s commitment to continue to partner the media practitioners to drive the economic growth and development of the state
In a lecture entitled ” Understanding the workability of Conventional and New Media: The Pros and Cons” A lecturer at the Nigerian institute of journalism, Lagos,Mr lekan Otufodunrin encouraged practitioners to audit their skills, master digital tools and continuously update their knowledge to meet global standards.
Mr Otufodunrin emphasised the need for media houses to adopt digital-first operations and explore the use of Artificial Intelligence, AI, responsibly
In a remark, the Director Legal, IHS Nigeria, Yemisi Diya-Salawu explained that training was part of IHS Nigeria’s sustainability and community impact activities, aimed to enhance the capacity of journalists working across various platforms in Ogun State.
She also noted that the training was designed to equip journalists with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their profession, particularly in areas such as new media, legal defense, and economic reporting.
Emphasizing the company’s commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, Diya-Salawu highlighted the importance of connectivity in driving socioeconomic growth.
Earlier,the Chairman, Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, Mr Rasak Ayinla commended the organizers for prioritizing capacity building for journalists, noting that such training would enhance professionalism and ethical standards in news reporting.
The event was attended by 100 journalists drawn from various media outlets in Ogun State.
