FIJ Adejumobi Adegbite Fellowship 2025 for Nigerian Journalists

 

FIJ Adejumobi Adegbite Fellowship 2025 for Nigerian Journalists


FIJ is now accepting applications for the 2025 Adejumobi Adegbite Fellowship. The one-year programme supports early-career Nigerian journalists with tools, training, and mentorship to sharpen their investigative reporting.



The Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), in partnership with the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, is now accepting applications for the 2025 Adejumobi Adegbite Fellowship. This one-year programme supports young Nigerian journalists who want to strengthen their skills in investigative, multimedia, and data-driven reporting.



Named after Adejumobi Adegbite, a respected journalist and former U.S. Consulate Information Specialist who died in July 2023, the fellowship aims to honour his legacy by building a new generation of ethical and impactful reporters.


What the Fellowship Covers

Ten selected fellows will receive:Mobile journalism gear
Direct mentorship from experienced journalists
Support to publish stories that serve the public interest


Who Can Apply

To qualify, applicants must:Be Nigerian journalists with no more than five years’ experience
Work full-time, part-time, freelance, or as interns in the media
Reside permanently in Nigeria
Not have taken part in any U.S. government exchange programme
Submit two investigative stories published between May 2023 and May 2025

Note: Features, op-eds, or analysis pieces will not be accepted.

Shortlisted applicants must attend:An opening session in Lagos
Two online sessions
A final session at the end of the programme
How to Apply

Send the following to [email protected] by Monday, 26 May 2025:Two published investigative stories
A personal statement (max 1,000 words) explaining your passion for journalism and how the fellowship will support your career
A detailed CV

More details are available on the FIJ Fellowship announcement page.