Debt Accountability Journalism Fellowship 2027

The International Budget Partnership (IBP) Nigeria and the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) Nigeria invite journalists to apply for this fellowship workshop. It builds understanding of public debt, government borrowing, and fiscal accountability. Applications close on 13 November 2026.

Program Snapshot

• Host Organization: International Budget Partnership (IBP) Nigeria
• Partner: Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) Nigeria
• Funding: Not stated in the call
• Format: Fellowship workshop
• Eligibility: Practicing journalists with public finance reporting experience
• Deadline: 13 November 2026

Focus Areas

• Public debt and government borrowing
• Debt management and legislative oversight
• Fiscal transparency and accountability
• Effects of debt decisions on public services and citizens

About the Fellowship

The organizers designed the workshop for practicing journalists who report on public money. It strengthens their grasp of how debt decisions shape services and citizens’ lives. Fellows are expected to apply what they learn in future reporting. Organizers welcome journalists from print, online, television, radio, and multimedia outlets. National, regional, and community media all qualify.

What Fellows Receive

• Training on public debt, borrowing, and fiscal accountability

Who Can Apply

Organizers seek journalists who meet these criteria:

• Have professional experience, preferably at least two years
• Report on public finance, including budgets, expenditure, revenue, and procurement
• Cover beats such as governance, economy, health, education, infrastructure, or agriculture
• Show interest in debt accountability and legislative oversight
• Commit to full participation
• Established media affiliation gets priority. Freelancers with strong reporting records are welcome. Previous debt reporting is not required. Organizers prefer ages 25 to 45, but strong candidates outside that range may qualify.

How to Apply

Complete the online form yourself before the deadline. The organizers will contact only shortlisted applicants with further details.

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Conclusion

This workshop sharpens journalists’ skills in holding governments accountable for borrowing. Eligible reporters should apply before 13 November 2026.

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