Chevron Nigeria Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to partner with the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, to support Nigerian media development and growth.
Chevron made this known at a one-day media capacity-building workshop held for FCT-based journalists, sponsored by the oil company.
The general manager of Policy, Government, and Public Affairs, Chevron Nigeria, Mr Esimaje Brikinn, during the training, restated the company’s pledge to invest in human capital and enhance the media’s professional capacity through strategic support.
He noted that this year’s programme is built on the momentum of last year’s successful initiative that empowered over 30 journalists and aimed to further enhance the skills and capacity of media professionals.
Brikinn who was represented by the manager of Communications at Chevron Nigeria, Mr. Victor Anyaegbudike, expressed confidence that this year’s programme would further empower journalists, who serve as crucial agenda-setters and opinion-shapers in the media landscape.
He also acknowledged and appreciated the significant contributions of journalists in providing in-depth coverage and thoughtful analysis of the oil and gas industry’s complex operations.
Brikinn, further acknowledged journalists’ significant contributions to the oil and gas industry, offering insightful coverage and thoughtful analysis of the sector’s intricate activities.
Earlier in his remarks, chairman of NUJ, FCT Council, Osaretin Osadebamwen, commended the collaborative partnership between the NUJ and Chevron, pointing out that the rise of new media and its associated platforms has revolutionized the media landscape, necessitating a paradigm shift.
Osadebamwen emphasised the importance of embracing the transformation, which is essential for enhancing its influence, staying competitive, and thriving in the fast-paced and ever-changing news environment.
“We extend our sincere appreciation to Chevron Nigeria for their continued support, sponsoring this program in 2024, just as they did in 2023. Their contribution significantly advances the growth of journalists and the field of journalism in Nigeria.
“We carefully curated the program’s topics and selected expert resource persons from reputable institutions to ensure comprehensive and authoritative coverage, doing justice to each subject.
“As evident from the program schedule, we have deliberately chosen four key topics—Data Journalism and Social Media Reporting, Digital Rights and the Public Good, and Understanding the New Media and the Power of Trends—to equip participants with the knowledge and expertise needed to enhance their skills.
“These carefully curated topics are designed to empower each attendee, providing them with the tools to excel in their profession,” he said.