The 2016 Golden Pen Awards has been scheduled to hold October 28.
This year’s edition which is the 8th according to Nigerian Breweries, will reward journalists in three categories; the Nigerian Breweries Golden Pen Reporter of the Year, Nigerian Breweries Golden Pen Photo Journalist of the Year and the Nigerian Breweries Golden Pen Report of the Year.
Kufre Ekanem, Nigerian Breweries Corporate Affairs Adviser, said in Lagos that the award is aimed promoting professionalism and objective reportage of events in Nigeria. It is also meant to reward such journalists who abide by the ethics of the journalism profession.
“In March 2014, we gathered here to announce plans for the 6th Nigerian Breweries Golden Pen Award. That 2014 edition was the beginning of the expanded platform that draws attention to critical development areas by rewarding journalists who excel in reporting in themed areas,” he said.
Entries for the award opened June 28 and is expected to close August 19, 2016.
Ekanem noted that an independent jury will then analyze the entries for their originality, news value, use of resources, credibility and factuality. “Other areas of interest would include info-graphics, lay out/headline, clarity and social responsibility.
After the adjudication, a shortlist of nominees would be announced early in October 2016.
winners in the three categories will receive the Golden Pen Award, gift items and cash prizes. (News Express)