Are you a Nigerian journalist passionate about climate and energy transition stories? Applications are now open for the Climate Reporting Gap Fellowship in Nigeria, an initiative by Surge Africa and One World Media (OWM) to bridge the gap in climate reporting across the country.
This fellowship will support six Nigerian journalists to produce original, data-driven, and solutions-focused stories on climate finance and energy transition, with a strong focus on inclusion and grassroots perspectives.
Whether you work in print, audio, video, or multimedia, this opportunity is tailored to help you deliver impactful journalism that resonates locally and regionally.
What’s in it for you?
Selected fellows will receive:
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Grants between £3,000 and £5,000 to fund their reporting projects.
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One-on-one mentorship with experienced climate and media professionals.
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In-depth training and editorial support throughout the fellowship.
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A fully funded training trip to Colombia, South America.
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Global promotion of your work by partner organisations.
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Lifetime membership of the OWM global alumni network.
What kind of stories Are eligible?
The Fellowship supports a wide range of story formats that explore climate and energy transition issues, including:
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Political Accountability: Explore the politics behind climate finance and the diplomacy shaping Nigeria’s energy transition. Stories should drive urgency and call for transparency.
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Reality on the Ground: Amplify grassroots voices by showing how climate change and energy policies affect real people and communities, particularly through social and economic lenses.
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Data-Driven Reporting: Use climate science, data, and real-life case studies to inform compelling storytelling that brings new insights.
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Challenges and Solutions: Highlight local struggles, innovative responses, and untold stories that centre communities within the broader climate conversation.
Who can apply?
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Mid-career and experienced journalists/filmmakers with at least 3–5 years of experience
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Applicants based in Nigeria, reporting on Nigerian issues
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No prior background in climate finance required, but applicants should show a clear interest in climate and energy reporting
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Strong, creative proposals that highlight underreported issues or give voice to those often unheard
How to apply
Click here to apply.
Deadline: August 20, 2025
The Climate Reporting Gap Fellowship in Nigeria, hosted by Surge Africa and One World Media, is open for applications. This fellowship aims to assist six Nigerian journalists in crafting original, data-driven stories on climate finance and energy transition, focusing on inclusion and grassroots perspectives. Participants, whether in print, audio, video, or multimedia, will benefit from grants between £3,000 and £5,000, mentorship with climate and media experts, comprehensive training, a funded trip to Colombia, and global promotion of their work. Additionally, they will gain lifetime access to the OWM global alumni network.
Eligible stories can cover political accountability, grassroots impacts, data-driven insights, and local solutions to climate issues. The fellowship targets mid-career journalists and filmmakers with 3-5 years of experience, based in Nigeria, although prior expertise in climate finance isn't required. Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in climate and energy reporting and propose creative projects that address underreported issues. Applications are open until August 20, 2025. Interested journalists can apply through the provided One World Media link.
