Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has trained more than 40 journalists in artificial intelligence, digital storytelling and data-driven reporting at the 2026 edition of its “Change Your Story” workshop in Lagos.
The three-day workshop, held from March 11 to 13, brought together journalists from print, broadcast and digital media under the theme, “Re-calibrate, Create, Connect.”
Sessions focused on the growing role of artificial intelligence in journalism, data visualisation, digital tools for real-time reporting and strategies for tackling misinformation in an increasingly fast-moving media environment. Participants also examined how digital communication is reshaping journalism, with discussions centred on the use of new media technologies to improve live reporting, expand audience reach across borders and deepen engagement on digital platforms.
NLNG’s General Manager, External Relations and Sustainable Development, Dr. Sophia Horsfall, urged participants to apply the lessons from the training to raise the standard of their work.
“NLNG views this engagement as a strategic partnership. We provide the energy that powers nations and generates revenue for our nation; you provide the information that powers our minds. We have been proud to host you, but our pride will only be justified when we see the ‘New Standard’ in your next feature, your next broadcast, and your next investigative report.
“As you head back to your various stations, I urge you to take the spirit of this workshop with you,” she said.
The programme featured a mix of expert-led sessions and practical training.
Digital communication specialist Dan Mason led sessions on digital storytelling, while veteran media trainer Taiwo Obe facilitated a journalism clinic focused on newsroom practice and storytelling techniques.
Mason described the NLNG initiative as an important platform for building digital skills among Nigerian journalists and praised the enthusiasm of participants.
“For me, it’s a really good place to work. I feel strongly that at each training session, people listened. It’s really about people going away with a little bit more of confidence to say, ‘I’m going to do this. I can do this.’ And in a way, that’s all you need.
“But what you have here is the essential ingredient in developing journalism, which is the ability to make mistakes and then learn from them,” he said.
He also said Nigeria had a strong foundation for the future of journalism, particularly because of the high level of interest in news among young people.
“They care. In your use of mobile platforms, you are way ahead. People have trust in journalism and journalists. And while there may be issues with people or younger generations not wanting to look at the news, you’ve got such a great and strong foundation to build upon.
“So, I see hope and opportunity in Nigeria, though I see the problems as well, because I’m a journalist. I see fantastic opportunities here,” he added.
NLNG launched the Change Your Story initiative in 2014 in partnership with The Journalism Clinic. Since then, the programme has trained about 400 journalists across Nigeria.
