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Radio Nigeria’s Alfred Ajayi wins Best Solutions Journalism Reporting 2025 Award

 

Radio Nigeria Journalist, Alfred Ajayi has emerged winner of the Best Solutions Journalism Reporting category at the 2025 Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) Excellence in Journalism West Africa Awards.

 

The announcement was made during the award ceremony on Wednesday, which celebrates outstanding professionalism, ethical reporting and impactful storytelling across the sub-region.

 

Ajayi’s report was recognized for its depth, clarity and strong focus on practical, evidence-based responses to societal challenges – a key hallmark of solutions journalism.

 

Reacting to the honour, Ajayi expressed gratitude to God and appreciation to colleagues and supporters who inspired his work.

 

“First of all, I dedicate this to God who gives inspiration that makes the difference. I am also grateful to my employer, Radio Nigeria, who gave the platform that has brought the best out of me.

 

“This award is particularly cherished because it is a sweet of consistent efforts since 2023 since I came to know about Solutions Journalism.”

 

“Indeed hard work pays no matter the incentive or enticement to the contrary.”

 

The CJID Excellence in Journalism Awards is regarded as one of West Africa’s most prestigious platforms for rewarding exceptional contributions to the media landscape.

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