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CSDI shines with six awards at CJID’s 10th Anniversary

Storytellers from the Centre for Storytelling and Development Initiative (CSDI) have distinguished themselves at the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development’s (CJID) 10th Anniversary, winning six prestigious awards across multiple categories. The awards were presented during CJID’s Dinner and Awards…

How YALI’s Education Drive supports rural schools in Ondo

Learn how YALI Ondo Network is transforming rural education in Nigeria through its Education Drive Project, providing hope and support to underserved pupils.

Harnessing storytelling for climate action

By Rukayat Fatai Climate change is no longer a distant threat; it is a present reality that impacts communities across the globe. From the rising sea levels affecting coastal communities in Lagos to the devastating wildfires in Canada and Australia,…

Deborah Okedoyin: The African scientist redefining global food safety

By Saheed Ibrahim  In a world where food safety and sustainable agriculture are critical to our future, Deborah Okedoyin, a trailblazing African PhD student at Kansas State University, is making waves. The Nigerian is pioneering innovative research that explores the…

AI: CSDI advocates holistic journalism education reform

By Roland Bayode The Centre for Storytelling and Development Initiative (CSDI) has called for a holistic approach to education and training in the journalism field.  The organization dedicated to empowering young Africans and promoting the continent’s image through storytelling made…

Olympics: Nigeria’s Rene Wakama is Paris 2024 Best Coach

By Saheed Ibrahim In a remarkable achievement, Nigeria’s Rena Wakama has been named the best female Basketball coach of the Paris 2024 Olympics by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA). This recognition comes on the heels of her historic year leading…