Deadline: November 13, 2026
Applications are open for the Debt Accountability Journalism Fellowship 2027. The International Budget Partnership (IBP) Nigeria, in partnership with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) Nigeria, is organising a Debt Accountability Journalism Fellowship Workshop to strengthen journalists’ understanding of public debt, government borrowing, fiscal accountability and how debt decisions affect public services and citizens.
The fellowship is intended for practising journalists who have experience reporting on public finance issues, including government budgets, revenue, public expenditure, procurement, fiscal transparency or accountability in the management of public resources.
Eligibility
They are looking for journalists who:
- Have professional experience, oreferablyat least two years. Established media affiliation is prioritised; freelancers with strong reporting records are welcome.
- Have experience reporting on public finance management including budgets, public expenditure, revenue mobilisation, procurement, fiscal transparency and accountability.
- Work across relevant beats such as governance, economy, health, education, infrastructure and agriculture, with exoerience examining public funds.
- Have an interest in debt accountability, public borrowing, debt management, legislative oversight and the effects on pulic services and citizens. Previous public debt reporting is not required.
- Work across print, online/digital, television, radio and multimedia, including national, regional and community media.
- Are preferably aged 25-45, while strong candidates outside this range may be considered.
- Are committed to participating fully and applying the learning to future reporting.
Application
Applicants will be assessed based on their professional experience, relevant reporting work, motivation and potential to apply the knowledge gained.
Complete the form yourself. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted with further details.
For more information, visit Debt Accountability Journalism Fellowship.
