IBP Nigeria Debt Accountability Journalism Fellowship 2027 For Nigerian Journalists

November 10, 2026

IBP Nigeria Debt Accountability Journalism Fellowship 2027 for Nigerian Journalists

Brief Description

The International Budget Partnership (IBP) Nigeria, in partnership with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) Nigeria, has launched applications for the Debt Accountability Journalism Fellowship 2027. This targeted workshop initiative aims to deepen Nigerian reporters’ understanding of public debt, government borrowing, fiscal accountability, and the direct consequences of debt management on public services and citizens. If you are a practicing media professional covering public finance, governance, or essential services, this fellowship offers technical training to unpack complex public debt decisions. Selected fellows will sharpen their skills to track public funds, examine legislative oversight, and produce high-impact investigative reports across print, digital, radio, and television channels.

Name of Host Institution

International Budget Partnership (IBP) Nigeria and Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) Nigeria

Requirements/Eligibility Criteria

Must be a practicing journalist with professional experience, preferably at least two years in active reporting (established media affiliation is prioritized, though freelancers with strong track records are welcome).
Demonstrated experience reporting on public finance management, including national or subnational budgets, public expenditure, revenue mobilization, procurement, fiscal transparency, or public resource accountability.
Active reporting footprint across beats such as governance, economy, health, education, infrastructure, or agriculture, with clear experience examining public funds.
Strong professional interest in debt accountability, public borrowing, debt management, legislative oversight, and civic impact (prior public debt reporting is not mandatory).
Work across print, digital/online, television, radio, or multimedia platforms within national, regional, or community media outlets.
Preferably aged 25 to 45, though strong applicants outside this range will also be considered.
Full commitment to attending all workshop sessions and applying key learnings to future published reporting.

Deadline

November 13, 2026

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Q: Do I need prior experience reporting specifically on public debt to apply?

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No, prior public debt reporting experience is not required, provided you have experience reporting on broader public finance topics like budgets, public spending, or governance.

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Q: Are freelance journalists eligible for the fellowship?

Yes, while journalists with established media affiliations are prioritized, freelancers with strong reporting records and public finance experience are encouraged to apply.

Q: What is the age requirement for applicants?