Iliya Kure
Journalist |Researcher
Summary
With extensive experience in journalism, media, and communication, I am a seasoned professional known for weaving compelling narratives that inform, inspire, and engage diverse audiences. My career has been marked by impactful contributions to reputable media outfits, including tenure at Radio Nigeria, Voice of America, e-Global notícias em português, and Africa Prime News.
I hold a Master's degree in Specialized Journalism from the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, USA, where I received the inaugural Charlotta Bass Research Fellowship to research human rights and social justice issues....
Journalism
As a Journalist, I can research, write, edit, proofread, and file news stories, features, and articles.
Social Advocacy
I can organize efforts and speak out in favor of better public policies, and laws to create a just society.
Media Relations
I work with media to inform the public of an organization's vision, mission, and activities in a credible manner.
Research
I can conduct interviews and analyze data to gauge public opinion on social issues, services, campaigns, and personalities.
Communication
I help organizations develop communication strategies and policies, as well as develop messages like fact sheets.
Social Media
I can set up, as well as develop and post content on various social media platforms; monitor site, oversee creative design, and respond to reader comments.
Certificate of Honour
Awarded by Journalists Initiatives on Immunization Against Polio (JAP) in recognition of reports on polio eradication on 11th November 2008 in Kaduna, Nigeria.
Mentorship Award in Media for Family Planning
Mentorship Award in Media for Family Planning presented by Nigerian Urban Reproductive Health Initiatives (NURHI) on 8th August 2018 in Kaduna, Nigeria.
Media Award of Excellence
Media Award of Excellence was presented by Enactus Kaduna Polytechnic Chapter on 21st November 2016 in Kaduna, Nigeria.
Helping Hands Award
Helping Hands Award was presented by Haemophilia Foundation of Nigeria on 13th December 2015 in Kaduna, Nigeria.
The street
By the Flags
Stressing a point
The savannah
The savannah
The plains
Work Portfolio
Nigerian medical students’ dreams dashed
Former Nigeria Textile Workers Still
Allissa V. Richardson, PhD
Allissa V. Richardson, PhD, is an award-winning journalism scholar at the University of Southern California, who studies how marginalized communities use smartphones to produce innovative forms of journalism — especially in times of crisis.
Gabriel Khan
Gabriel Kahn is professor of professional practice at the University of Southern California. He studies the disruption and evolution of the news industry and works on data-driven projects that promote innovation in the profession of journalism.
Joseph Edegbo
Joseph Edegbo has spent over 40 years practicing journalism in Nigeria. He has travelled widely reporting on various topics including politics and development. He is currently the Managing Editor of Africa Prime News, an online news website.
Grace Alheri Abdu
Grace Alheri Abdu is the managing editor of Voice of America Hausa service in Washington D.C. With more than 35 years of journalism experience, she researches and writes on family, gender, and child development issues.