Applications are currently being accepted for the Debt Accountability Journalism Fellowship 2027 for Nigerian Journalists. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Debt Accountability Journalism Fellowship
The International Budget Partnership (IBP) Nigeria, in partnership with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) Nigeria, is organising a Debt Accountability Journalism Fellowship Workshop to strengthen journalists' understanding of public debt, government borrowing, fiscal accountability and how debt decisions affect public services and citizens.
The fellowship is intended for practising journalists who have experience reporting on public finance issues, including government budgets, revenue, public expenditure, procurement, fiscal transparency or accountability in the management of public resources.
Benefits of Debt Accountability Journalism Fellowship
- Better knowledge of debt and public finance reporting.
- Improved capacity to investigate and report on government borrowing and spending.
- Stronger understanding of accountability issues in public resource management.
- Skills and insights that can be applied to future journalism work
Debt Accountability Journalism Fellowship Requirements
The fellowship is open to practising Nigerian journalists who:
- Have professional journalism experience, preferably at least two years.
- Have experience reporting on public finance issues, including government budgets, public expenditure, revenue mobilisation, procurement, fiscal transparency and accountability.
- Cover relevant beats such as governance, economy, health, education, infrastructure and agriculture, with experience examining public funds.
- Have an interest in debt accountability, public borrowing, debt management, legislative oversight and the impact of debt on public services and citizens. Previous experience reporting specifically on public debt is not required.
- Work across print, online/digital, television, radio or multimedia platforms, including national, regional and community media.
- Are preferably between 25 and 45 years old, although strong candidates outside this age range may be considered.
- Are committed to participating fully in the programme and applying the knowledge gained to future reporting.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
13 November, 2026
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