The Daily Trust Foundation has officially become a corporate member of the Nigerian Institute of Training and Development (NITAD), marking a significant milestone in its journey as a leading promoter of professional excellence and capacity building in Nigeria.
Founded as the non-profit arm of Media Trust Limited, the Daily Trust Foundation has consistently invested in the professional growth of journalists across the country. With this new membership, the Foundation now enjoys formal recognition as a qualified institution to conduct diverse training programmes beyond journalism, extending its reach into broader areas of human capital development.
The Nigerian Institute of Training and Development (NITAD) is widely regarded as the foremost professional body for training and human resources development in Nigeria. Established to set standards and regulate training, learning, and development, NITAD has played a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s workforce by certifying institutions and individuals committed to advancing professional skills.
Over the years, NITAD has become synonymous with excellence in training, offering accreditation to organizations that meet its rigorous standards. Its membership is considered a badge of credibility, enabling institutions to design and deliver programs that align with global best practices in human resource development.
Speaking on the development, Dr Theophilus Abbah, the Programme Director of the Foundation, noted that the membership is a validation of its commitment to professionalism and quality. He emphasized that the recognition would enable the Foundation to scale up its training initiatives and collaborate with other institutions in advancing knowledge and skills.
For years, the Daily Trust Foundation has been at the forefront of nurturing journalists through specialized training in investigative reporting, ethics, and digital skills. Its programmes have empowered hundreds of reporters to uphold the highest standards of journalism, thereby strengthening the media’s role in democracy and development.
In the coming days, the Foundation is set to unveil its latest initiative—the DTF Digital Academy. This academy will provide e-learning opportunities tailored for practicing journalists, offering flexible access to courses on digital reporting, multimedia storytelling, and emerging trends in the media industry.
The DTF Digital Academy is designed to bridge the gap between traditional newsroom training and modern digital demands. With online modules accessible nationwide, journalists will be able to upgrade their skills without leaving their duty posts, ensuring continuous professional development in a rapidly evolving media landscape.
The dual achievement of joining NITAD and launching the Digital Academy underscores the Daily Trust Foundation’s vision of becoming a hub for knowledge and innovation in the field of media and journalism in Nigeria.
