By Henry Akubuiro
Photo: Dare Oluwatuyi
IT was three days of learning and fun for Nigerian journalists at the recently concluded NLNGChangeYourStory2023 workshop, which took place at Sheraton Hotel, Lagos.
To this end, Nigeria LNG Limited has expressed fulfilmen with the successful conclusion of the 2023 workshop for journalists, aimed at enhancing their digital communication and social media skills.
The three-day workshop brought together over 20 journalists from various editorial sections. The annual capacity-building workshop, sponsored by NLNG, also focused on mobile and multimedia journalism. The event was organised in collaboration with The Journalism Clinic, a renowned institution in the field. The 2023 cohort included Henry Akubuiro and Steve Agbota of The Sun, among other journalists from Nigerian print, TV, radio and online media houses.
During the closing ceremony last Thursday, Mr. Andy Odeh, the General Manager of External Relations and Sustainable Development at NLNG, stated that the initiative was born out of a vision conceived in 2015, aimed at equipping journalists with the necessary tools and skills to navigate the ever-changing landscape of digital communication and social media. He emphasised NLNG’s recognition of the significance of embracing new technologies and platforms to effectively convey stories that resonate with the Nigerian populace in today’s fast-paced digital age.
Mr. Odeh stated, “The driving force behind this workshop lies in our firm belief that our stakeholders are not just partners in our current success; they are an integral part of our journey towards greater heights. At Nigeria LNG, we understand that our growth and success are intricately linked to the growth and success of those around us. We aim to create a symbiotic relationship where both parties thrive together.”
He further elaborated on NLNG’s commitment to capacity building, expressing the Company’s profound belief in the immense potential of its stakeholders.
Recognising the pivotal role journalists play in shaping narratives and influencing public opinion, NLNG sought to empower them by providing the necessary skills to change their own stories and, consequently, shape the nation’s stories. To deliver this workshop, NLNG collaborated with renowned journalist Dan Mason and partnered with The Journalism Clinic, led by the esteemed Taiwo Obe.
These experts shared their wealth of knowledge and experience and guided participants through the intricacies of digital communication and social media.
The first #NLNGChangeYourStory workshop was held in 2015, after which there was a hiatus. The annual workshop resumed in 2021 and, since then, over 70 journalists have been trained, reinforcing their digital communication and social media competencies.
The #NLNGChangeYourStory workshop, said Yemi Adeyemi, Acting Manager, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, had contributed to empowering journalists, equipping them with the skills needed to thrive in the evolving digital era. NLNG’s dedication to capacity building remains steadfast, reinforcing its commitment to the growth and success of its stakeholders and the nation.
NLNG is owned by four Shareholders: the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (49%), Shell Gas B.V. (25.6%), TotalEnergies Gaz & Electricite Holdings (15%), and Eni International N.A. N. V. S.àr.l (10.4%).tial of delivering sustained value to our people through building on the very laudable ‘catching them young’ framework.”
He assured that the Booksellers would continue to apply themselves to beneficial initiatives Iike piracy. On the UN SDGs Book Club African Chapter, he said booksellers across Nigeria and Africa also restated their determination to ensure that the selected titles in the series were available to the reading public in a timely and efficient manner.
The event, which was moderated by the Interim President of the Network of Book Clubs and Reading Promoters in Nigeria, Mr. Richard Mammah, also saw the introduction of the new leaders of the recently formed CSS Bookshops Book Club and readings by participating school children that were in attendance.
It also witnessed remarks from booksellers’ leaders on the continent that were drawn from Uganda, Tanzania and Egypt. While Mr Charles Batambuze of the Uganda Booksellers Association pledged the readiness of Uganda Booksellers to continue to support and key into the laudable work of the UN SDGs Book Club, Madam Hobokela of the Tanzania Booksellers Association stressed that the success of the initiative would be best guaranteed by a continuing drive to carry stakeholders along.
The Executive Committee of the CSS Bookshop Book Club, which was also formally introduced at the event, included its Coordinator, Mr. Tade Akinyemi; Secretary, Juliet Okoro and Mrs Bosede Adu. A celebration cake was also cut to mark the event.
CSS Bookshops Limited was first established in 1869, and maintains branches in Lagos, Port Harcourt, Kaduna and Abuja.
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