MTN Nigeria Announces 25 Fellows for Fifth MIP Cohort

MTN Nigeria has announced the selection of 25 media practitioners and digital content creators for the fifth cohort of its Media Innovation Programme (MIP), underscoring its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s media industry through capacity building, innovation, and leadership development.

The Media Innovation Programme, run in partnership with the School of Media and Communication at Pan‑Atlantic University, continues to serve as a platform for equipping journalists, broadcasters, and digital content creators with the skills, exposure, and mentorship needed to thrive in today’s evolving media ecosystem.

During the opening day of the programme, Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer Tobe Okigbo spoke about the initiative, describing it as a reflection of the company’s dedication to innovation, partnership, and continuous learning.

“At MTN Nigeria, innovation, insight, knowledge, skills, and partnership matter deeply to us. The Media Innovation Programme represents all these values – a partnership not just with Pan‑Atlantic University, but with every fellow. This programme is an adventure in learning, one that challenges participants to reconsider assumptions, revise opinions, rethink ideas, and ultimately grow both professionally and personally,” Okigbo said.