Seplat Energy Plc, a leading Nigerian indigenous energy company, has successfully concluded the second phase of its media training programme for journalists and media practitioners in Nigeria. The programme, held in partnership with Channels Academy, aimed to enhance the skills of 45 Capital Market Editors/Correspondents, Judiciary, and Business writers.
The training covered essential topics such as capital market issues, business practices, regulatory frameworks, and ethical standards. Media professionals from print, electronic, and online platforms attended the 2-day programme, which featured modules on:
1. The Intersection of Law, Capital Markets, and Business
2. Reporting Skills and Best Practices
3. Data Analysis and Interpretation
4. Ethical Dilemmas and Professional Standards
Regulatory Frameworks and Compliance, Market and Legal Risk Management, Investigative Reporting Techniques, and Leveraging Technology in Journalism were also discussed.
Representatives from Seplat Energy and Channels Academy emphasized the importance of empowering journalists and the media industry. They highlighted the significance of balanced storytelling and the media’s role in shaping public opinion.
The media professionals praised Seplat Energy for its commitment to advancing Nigeria’s media industry and called on other corporations to emulate its governance stance and dedication to success. This training programme demonstrates Seplat Energy’s ongoing efforts to support the growth and development of the media industry.
