By Nneka Nwogwugwu
Undergraduate students of communication and media studies at the Lagos State University (LASU) are welcome to apply for the Rotimi Sankore Scholarship, recently launched by media entrepreneur Kadaria Ahmed.
Students who are particularly interested in pursuing careers in developmental and data journalism are enjoined to apply for the scheme.
Honouring a media icon
The scholarship is in honour of the late Rotimi Sankore, a prominent Nigerian journalist and advocate whose influence spanned across radio, print, and the development sector. Sankore was particularly renowned for his data-driven approach to journalism and his commitment to women’s rights. Among his notable achievements include:
– Co-founding the Women’s Rights Project of the Civil Liberties Organisation
– Working with various African women’s groups to promote policy changes
– Developing and adopting the Gender Protocol of the Southern African Development Community (SADC)
– Advocating for the ratification of the African Union’s Protocol on the Rights of Women in Africa
– Serving as the Executive Director of the Africa Centre for Development Journalism (ACDJ)
Eligibility Criteria
Interested applicants must:
– Be currently enrolled in LASU’s Communication and Media Studies programme.
– Have completed at least one academic session at LASU.
– Demonstrate academic excellence and financial need.
– Be interested in a future career in developmental and data journalism.
Scholarship Benefits
Selected students will receive funding for :
– Tuition fees.
– Accommodation costs.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit a 200-word personal statement explaining why the selection panel should consider and nominate them.
Relevant supporting documents.
Send applications to rotimisankoreawards@yahoo.com on or before 1 May 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a physical interview.
For further information, visit the official website.
The Rotimi Sankore Scholarship, launched by media entrepreneur Kadaria Ahmed, is open for applications from undergraduate students studying communication and media studies at Lagos State University (LASU). The scholarship aims to support students interested in careers in developmental and data journalism and is named in honor of Rotimi Sankore, a notable Nigerian journalist known for his advocacy in women's rights and his data-driven approach to journalism.
Eligible applicants must be enrolled in LASU's Communication and Media Studies program, have completed at least one academic session, demonstrate academic excellence and financial need, and show interest in a career in developmental and data journalism. The scholarship provides funding for tuition fees and accommodation.
To apply, students should submit a 200-word personal statement and relevant documents to rotimisankoreawards@yahoo.com by May 1, 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. More information is available on the official website.
