This is to inform journalists across board that the prestigious Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) is pleased to invite you to submit your entries for the 18th edition of the Wole Soyinka Award for Investigative Reporting (WSAIR).
As a matter of urgency, this cogent and an important information was sent to (theforesight.com.ng) TheForesight Online Platform in Lagos on Wednesday 4th October, 2023 by the Executive Director/CEO, WSCIJ, Motunrayo Alaka.
She said that the applications are open from Wednesday, 4th October to Tuesday, 24th October 2023 (by 4 pm). Click here for more information about the criteria.
The Wole Soyinka Award for Investigative Reporting aims to recognize exceptional journalism across various genres, including print, online, photojournalism, editorial cartooning, television and radio that investigate public and corporate corruption, expose human rights violations, and highlight regulatory abuses in Nigeria.
A panel of media experts and industry professionals will assess entries using WSCIJ’s meticulous award coding and vetting system. Judges will evaluate submissions based on criteria such as the quality of investigation, strength of evidence, adherence to ethical reporting standards, journalistic courage, individual creativity, public interest, tangible impact, and overall presentation.
This award, since its inception in 2005, has celebrated the contributions of 116 finalists, 59 Soyinka Laureates, 13 investigative journalists of the year and 28 honorary award recipients.
Be rest assured that your submission is based on merit as the ‘centre is at the centre’ of recognizing exceptional journalism across various genres, as you show your commitment to investigative journalism, feel free to enter your entry by applying for the category based on your beat.
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