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PM News

PM News is a Nigerian evening newspaper that has been in circulation since its founding in the early 1990s. It is part of the Independent Communications Network Limited (ICNL), a media company that also publishes other notable Nigerian publications. The newspaper is known for its focus on breaking news, providing updates on events as they happen. It has maintained a strong presence in the Nigerian media landscape due to its accessibility and relevance.

Nigeria Magazine

The journal began as "The Nigerian Teacher". From 1936 until 1959, it was published as "Nigeria": a quarterly magazine of general interest. After Nigeria's Independence in 1960, the journal became "Nigeria Magazine" and continued until 1990. The journal introduced "Special Issues" and was a quarterly magazine for "everyone interested in the progress of the country." Compiled by the Education Department, Lagos in collaboration with private contributors and all government departments and published under the aegis of the Nigerian Government. The contributing authors were often experts and highly regarded scholars.

The Republic

The Republic newspaper was a Nigerian publication active during the early 1960s, coinciding with the nation's First Republic period. While specific details about its founding year and headquarters are limited, it is plausible that the newspaper operated out of Lagos, aligning with the South West geopolitical zone, which was a central hub for media and political activities during that era.

Today in History

See what happened on this day, years ago.

The text is an announcement for admission into a diploma, advanced diploma, and certificate course in journalism at a college in Lagos, Nigeria. The program is designed for working journalists and fresh school leavers, and will run for 24 months (full-time) or 30 months (part-time). The minimum admission requirements include four credits at one sitting or five credits at two sittings in GCF/SSCL/WASC/NECO examination, with English Language being one of the subjects. The course will be taught by seasoned scholars and practitioners, and will include classroom and practical work with modern equipment. The program offers opportunities for students to develop their skills and talents in print and broadcast journalism.