the future of journalism in nigeria

Media Organisations and Stakeholders must invest in the capacity building and technology to meet up with the media challenges in the 21st century.

A Cross Section of Media Practitioners made this demand at the end of a one day forum on the future of journalism in Nigeria held at the school of the media and communication Pan African University, Lagos.

A Senior Fellow,of the School , Mr Richard Ikiebe told VON Correspondent Qasim Akinreti that the media of the future should embrace the social media platforms.

As one of the immediate solutiond to the challenges ahead journalism practice in nigeria, a centre for media leadership has been set up by the Nigerian Guild of Editors and School of media and Communication Pan African University.

According to Mr. Richard Ikiebe the media centre was put together to train visionary leaders in the Nigerian who can be role model for young journalists.

Ikiebe said the centre would also bridge the gap between the academics and the newsroom with a view to enhance professionalism and integrity in the Nigerian media.