By Ebenezer Adurokiya
Seplat Energy Plc has trained 35 journalists drawn from major media organisations across Edo and Delta States on career growth and capacity development.
The intensive two-day programme, which held from Wednesday to Thursday, November 27, underscores the company’s commitment to excellence, entrepreneurship, and the economic empowerment of media practitioners.
Facilitated by Eloh Consulting Ltd in Benin City, the training brought together journalists from the Nigerian Tribune, The Nation, The Sun, Vanguard, News Agency of Nigeria, The Guardian, and Daily Independent, among others from Warri, Sapele, and Benin.
In his welcome remarks, Seplat Media Consultant, Mr. Daniel Aibangbe, said the initiative forms part of Seplat Energy’s continued investment in media development. He emphasised the company’s dedication to equipping journalists with modern skills and deepening collaboration “as the year 2025 winds down.”
A key focus of the training was the evolving trend of Mobile Video Journalism (MOJO). Media professional Mr. Nnamdi Uwaemelulam urged journalists to embrace technology-driven storytelling by integrating videos and social media into their work. He described MOJO as “cost-effective, flexible, and creatively liberating,” enabling journalists to produce engaging and authentic content.
“Writing alone is no longer enough,” he said. “Journalists must be tech-savvy. The opportunities available today are enormous—technology has come to stay, and we must embrace it.”
Uwaemelulam also highlighted the ethical side of MOJO, advising journalists to prioritise safety and personal well-being, while teaching them practical skills in camera handling, video production, and monetization platforms.
Former Director at the Lagos Business School, Dr. Solomon Avbioroko, delivered a session on Personal Effectiveness, Organisation, and Work-Life Balance. He urged journalists to adopt to-do lists, manage their time wisely, and prepare for life after active employment.
“The discipline of how you spend your time determines your effectiveness,” he said. “Be innovative, plan for retirement, and focus on opportunities rather than problems. Time is money—invest it.”
Digital marketing expert, Mr. Patrick Oke, also trained participants on building personal brands and selling digital products across platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and X.
Participants described the training as timely and transformational. NAN correspondent, Mr. Usman Aliyu, commended the organisers, calling the workshop “eye-opening and life-changing.”
