MTN Nigeria, in collaboration with the School of Media and Communication at Pan Atlantic University, has officially launched the fourth cohort of the Media Innovation Programme (MIP), welcoming 20 outstanding media professionals from across Nigeria’s print, broadcast, digital, and content creation sectors.
The six-month fully funded certificate programme, which commenced on May 19, 2025, is aimed at equipping Nigerian journalists and media professionals with the tools and insights needed to thrive in an evolving, tech-driven media landscape.
Launched in 2022, the MIP was developed to strengthen the local media ecosystem by offering exposure to the intersection of media, technology, and innovation. Participants engage in a blend of academic instruction, field visits, innovation hub immersions, and are expected to develop projects capable of transforming the media space in Nigeria.
As part of the curriculum, the fellows will embark on an international study trip to the University of Johannesburg, where they will engage with key players in South Africa’s media, business, and public sectors — reinforcing pan-African collaboration and bilateral ties.
Tobe Okigbo, Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer at MTN Nigeria, remarked:
“Out of over 3,000 applications, only 20 were selected, reflecting the calibre of talent we are nurturing. MIP started as an internal idea and has grown into one of our most impactful initiatives. We want journalists who are passionate about Nigeria and dedicated to improving it.”
Representing the Dean of the School of Media and Communication, Professor Ngozi Opara added:
“MIP is about reimagining storytelling in the age of AI, data, and digital transformation. Our graduates are not just reporters — they are narrative-shapers and influencers.”
The 2025 MTN MIP Fellows are:
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Adaku Onyenucheya – The Guardian
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Adebayo Adeyemi Micheal – AIT
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Adebayo Rasaq Abolaji – New Telegraph
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Adekeye Emmanuel Ayobami – ADAMIM ’O’ GO 93.1 FM
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Amarachi Nkechi Ubani – Channels Television
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Asukwo Oduo – Pulse Nigeria
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Blessings Mosugu – News Central TV
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Chinwe Peace Micheal – Business Day
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David Afolayan – TechNext
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Desmond Okon – TheCable
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Edun Rebecca – Megaletrics
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Eshokeme Oludare James – Africa News
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Georgina Ndukwe-Ezeanyika – Arise News Channel
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Precious David-Ogaga – NTA
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Precious Ijeoma Igbonwelundu – The Nation
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Royal Odiri Ibeh – Leadership
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Salem King – Digital Content Creator
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Tega Onojaife – Smooth 98.1 FM
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Vanessa Ukamaka Richard-Bassey – Sparkling 92.3 FM
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Zainab Yetunde Adam – SMK Radio 96.5 FM
MTN reaffirmed its dedication to the future of journalism and innovation in Nigeria’s media industry.
More details can be found at www.mtnmip.smc.edu.ng.