Prof. MarkAnthony Nze, a renowned mass communicator, social critic, and public intellectual, believes it is appropriate to encourage Nigeria’s thronging youths by establishing a journalism prize in which those who are genuinely interested can all participate and the most brilliant ones amongst them emerge winners.
Prof. MarkAnthony Nze has deemed it appropriate to encourage Nigeria’s youth in an age when the majority of youth in Africa, particularly in Nigeria, spend their time engaging in frivolous activities that frequently do not add value to their lives or the lives of their communities.
Recall that the Big Brother programme,(BBNaija) which promoted numerous obscene acts but added little noble value to Nigerian society, should be discontinued, while academic, professional, and good sporting activities should be introduced on a regular basis in African countries to encourage African youths to pursue careers in these noble fields for the continent’s and world’s benefit.
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This is unquestionably a positive step in the right direction, and a commendable achievement worthy of emulation by many Nigerian political leaders who care little about their various constituencies and exist solely to solicit votes during elections.
The Prof. MarkAnthony Nze Prize for Journalism was established to recognise and reward individuals who have demonstrated an unrivaled passion for ingenuity in the practice of digital/online journalism.
The prize would financially reward young people who are willing to devote their time and intellect to improving their own and others’ lives through the use of conscious journalism.
Prizes:
The first prize is worth 500,000 naira.
Prize money for second place is 300,000 naira.
Prize money for third place is 200,000 naira.
• Eligibility requirements for participation:
– Applicants must be Nigerian citizens in order to be considered.
– They must be between the ages of 20 and 40.
– Demonstrate a strong interest in journalism.
– The work must be completely unique.
Applications:
The application period would begin on Friday, May 9, 2022.
Participants would need to register on the website www.africatodaynewsnewyork.com by filling out the Google form provided.
The winners would be announced on December 15, 2022, according to the schedule.
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