The Inoyo Toyo Foundation (ITF) has organised a training programme for journalists on the investigative approach to ethical journalism, describing it as one of the most effective ways to hold leaders and public officers accountable.
Chairman of the Committee for the Ray Ekpu Prize for Investigative Journalism, Mr. Nsikak Essien, made the call while speaking at the forum, urging journalists in the state to strengthen their investigative reporting skills in order to promote accountability, transparency, and quality journalism in Nigeria.
The training, aimed at enhancing the capacity of journalists to conduct high-quality investigations and produce impactful reports, brought together media practitioners and resource persons who shared insights on improving professional standards in the media industry.
Welcoming participants, Essien, a former editor of Concord Newspapers, said the workshop was designed to significantly improve journalists’ ability to carry out thorough investigations and produce reports that meet global standards of professionalism.
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He expressed appreciation to Mr. Udom Inoyo and the Inoyo Toyo Foundation for their continued support in advancing the practice of journalism in Akwa Ibom State and beyond.
Essien also commended the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Akwa Ibom State Council, under the leadership of Mr. Nsibiet John, for partnering in the organisation of the workshop.
He further acknowledged the International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR), Abuja, particularly its Executive Director, Mr. Dayo Aiyetan, for what he described as “extraordinary support” that made the workshop possible.
According to him, several other individuals and organisations also contributed financially and materially to the success of the programme.
Essien urged participants to take full advantage of the training to sharpen their professional skills and add value to their journalism practice, stressing that investigative journalism remains a vital tool for promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance in society.
Declaring the workshop open, he expressed optimism that the knowledge gained would strengthen investigative reporting and enable journalists to produce stories with meaningful impact on society.
Resource persons at the workshop included the Executive Director of ICIR, Mr. Dayo Aiyetan, who spoke on “How to Plan a Successful Investigation.”
Mr. Ibanga Isine delivered a lecture on “Investigative Reporting in the Akwa Ibom State Environment,” while Mr. Ekemini Simeon shared his experiences in investigative journalism.
In his remarks, Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Akwa Ibom State Council, Mr. Nsibiet John, commended the Inoyo Toyo Foundation and the Committee for the Ray Ekpu Prize for Investigative Journalism, led by Mr. Nsikak Essien, for their commitment to promoting impactful journalism and strengthening the professional capacity of journalists in the state.
