By Nana A. Sadi, Dutse
The Beta Nigeria Campaign, a national education initiative focused on addressing teacher shortages, out-of-school children, and improved education spending, recently concluded a successful Capacity-Building Workshop for media influencers in Dutse, Jigawa State.
The two-day training equipped journalists, social media influencers, and education advocates with the skills to leverage media for positive change, amplifying critical education issues and promoting accountability among policymakers.
Participants at the workshop engaged in robust discussions on education policy, systemic challenges, and the vital role of media in driving effective advocacy.
Aida Isah, Program Coordinator for Beta Nigeria, explained that experts from various media outlets and Beta Nigeria led sessions covering education accountability, impactful storytelling, and leveraging media for effective policy engagement.
Attendees also participated in hands-on content creation exercises, developing compelling advocacy videos that underscored the urgent need for increased investment in teacher recruitment, training, and improved education policies.
Several participants expressed confidence that the program would empower youth content creators and media professionals to advocate for educational development in Jigawa State.
A key highlight was the presentation of participant-created video advocacy content, showcasing their storytelling skills and aligning their messages with national and international education advocacy priorities.
The workshop reinforced the media’s crucial role in shaping public discourse, urging journalists and influencers to utilize their platforms to demand urgent action from policymakers regarding education reforms.
Beta Nigeria says it remains dedicated to championing quality education for all Nigerian children by advocating for policies that effectively address the ongoing education crisis.
