Unlocking digital potential: NLNG hosts second ‘Change Your Story’ workshop for journalists

By Ambrose Nnaji

NLNG has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing media development in Nigeria with the successful completion of the second edition of the #NLNGChangeYourStory workshop for 2026, held in Lagos.

The workshop brought together 40 media professionals from various outlets to explore the evolving role of artificial intelligence and digital communication in journalism. Focused discussions emphasised the potential of emerging media technologies to enhance real-time reporting, expand global audience reach, and deepen digital engagement.

Sophia Horsfall, NLNG’s General Manager for External Relations and Sustainable Development, described the event as part of the company’s wider mission to strengthen media partnerships and foster professional excellence in journalism. She highlighted the importance of informed reporting in shaping public perception, particularly within critical sectors like energy and sustainability.

“We provide the energy that powers nations; you provide the information that powers minds,” Horsfall noted, urging participants to incorporate the knowledge gained into their work to elevate journalistic standards.

The workshop featured expert-led sessions, including digital communication specialist Dan Mason on digital storytelling, and veteran journalist Taiwo Obe’s hands-on Journalism Clinic. The participants honed skills in data visualization, audience engagement, and online verification—tools that will aid their digital transition.

With over 400 journalists trained in digital communication, NLNG continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to supporting the media industry’s digital evolution.