The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) has announced the call for entries for its WSCIJ Award, which celebrates outstanding journalistic excellence across Nigeria’s media landscape.
The award aims to honour journalists and media teams whose works embody the highest standards of professionalism and accountability while elevating the culture of ethical reporting.
Benefits
Winners will benefit from:
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Enhanced visibility and credibility within the media industry.
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Networking and mentorship opportunities.
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The prestige associated with receiving one of Nigeria’s most respected journalism awards.
Eligibility
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The award is open to Nigerian professional journalists or teams of journalists, including freelancers, aged 18 years and above.
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Eligible works must have been published or broadcast in print, online or electronic media targeted at a Nigerian audience.
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Entries must align with the core values of the WSCIJ Award, including accuracy, fairness, originality and public interest focus.
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Submissions must meet all technical and thematic specifications stated in the official criteria, including publication date, format and subject relevance.
How to apply
Interested applicants must follow the detailed submission steps provided in the WSCIJ Award Entry Criteria document available on the official website.
Required materials include:
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A synopsis of the submitted story.
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A current curriculum vitae with a passport photograph.
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Supporting documents such as proof of publication or broadcast and verification of the story’s accuracy.
All applications must be submitted through the official online portal before the closing date on October 24, 2025.
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