THE U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, in collaboration with the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), has launched the Adejumobi Adegbite Fellowship to support young Nigerian journalists.

Named in honour of the late Adegbite, a former U.S. Consulate staff and journalist, the one-year fellowship will provide training, mentorship, and tools to 10 early-career reporters.

Applicants must have under five years of journalism experience and submit two published investigative stories alongside a personal statement and CV.

Interested applicants are to email the above to programmes@fij.ng on or before Monday, May 26, 2025:

The fellowship aims to promote excellence and integrity in investigative reporting in Nigeria.