SKOT Academy breaks borders, launches in Kenya, UK

…deepens Africa’s communication talent investment with third cohort SKOT Impact Academy is expanding its footprint beyond Nigeria with a new hybrid learning model in Kenya and the United Kingdom, as the communication training institution moves to deepen investment in Africa’s next generation of communication professionals. The social impact learning programme for early-career public relations and communications professionals, is set to commence the third cohort of its six-week, intensive, tuition-free training programme on October 10. Tokunbo George-Taylor, founder/CEO at SKOT Communications, speaking on the commencement of the third cohort, said the academy’s growth reflects both the depth of talent within the communications ecosystem and the need for greater investment in developing that talent. “When we launched SKOT Impact Academy, we knew there was a need for more accessible and practical pathways into the communications profession. “As we begin our third cohort, we see clear evidence of both the demand for this kind of opportunity and the depth of talent that exists within our industry,” she said. Taylor emphasised that the impact and growth of the academy is not simply about numbers. “It is about the people and careers we can influence and the contribution they will go on to make to our industry. As the Academy grows, our ambition is to reach more people, deepen the quality and relevance of the programme, and extend its impact across Africa and beyond. We believe this is only the beginning of what SKOT Impact Academy can become,” she noted. Since its launch, the academy has continued to grow from 40 participants to a broader learning community, expanding its programme to 60 participants through a hybrid model, comprising physical and virtual participants joining from Nigeria, Kenya, and the United Kingdom. More than 1,300 applications have now been received across the Academy’s three cohorts, reflecting sustained interest in the programme. The latest cycle further demonstrates this growing demand, with 450+ applications received for Cohort 3 from across Nigeria and beyond. This included representation from 14 countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Pakistan, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Malawi, Bangladesh, Nepal, Tanzania and The Gambia. This growing reach of the Academy comes as the communications profession continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing business, media, and digital landscape. Today’s communications professionals are expected to do more than understand media relations or produce compelling stories. They must navigate reputation, crisis, digital platforms, technology, emerging trends, and increasingly complex stakeholder expectations, while understanding how communication connects to broader organisational objectives. The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

SKOT Impact Academy is expanding its footprint beyond Nigeria with a new hybrid learning model in Kenya and the United Kingdom, as the communication training institution moves to deepen investment in Africa’s next generation of communication professionals. The social impact learning programme for early-career public relations and communications professionals, is set to commence the third cohort of its six-week, intensive, tuition-free training programme on October 10. Tokunbo George-Taylor, founder/CEO at SKOT Communications, speaking on the commencement of the third cohort, said the academy’s growth reflects both the depth of talent within the communications ecosystem and the need for greater investment in developing that talent. “When we launched SKOT Impact Academy, we knew there was a need for more accessible and practical pathways into the communications profession. “As we begin our third cohort, we see clear evidence of both the demand for this kind of opportunity and the depth of talent that exists within our industry,” she said. Taylor emphasised that the impact and growth of the academy is not simply about numbers. “It is about the people and careers we can influence and the contribution they will go on to make to our industry. As the Academy grows, our ambition is to reach more people, deepen the quality and relevance of the programme, and extend its impact across Africa and beyond. We believe this is only the beginning of what SKOT Impact Academy can become,” she noted. Since its launch, the academy has continued to grow from 40 participants to a broader learning community, expanding its programme to 60 participants through a hybrid model, comprising physical and virtual participants joining from Nigeria, Kenya, and the United Kingdom. More than 1,300 applications have now been received across the Academy’s three cohorts, reflecting sustained interest in the programme. The latest cycle further demonstrates this growing demand, with 450+ applications received for Cohort 3 from across Nigeria and beyond. This included representation from 14 countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Pakistan, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Malawi, Bangladesh, Nepal, Tanzania and The Gambia. This growing reach of the Academy comes as the communications profession continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing business, media, and digital landscape. Today’s communications professionals are expected to do more than understand media relations or produce compelling stories. They must navigate reputation, crisis, digital platforms, technology, emerging trends, and increasingly complex stakeholder expectations, while understanding how communication connects to broader organisational objectives. The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

The social impact learning programme for early-career public relations and communications professionals, is set to commence the third cohort of its six-week, intensive, tuition-free training programme on October 10. Tokunbo George-Taylor, founder/CEO at SKOT Communications, speaking on the commencement of the third cohort, said the academy’s growth reflects both the depth of talent within the communications ecosystem and the need for greater investment in developing that talent. “When we launched SKOT Impact Academy, we knew there was a need for more accessible and practical pathways into the communications profession. “As we begin our third cohort, we see clear evidence of both the demand for this kind of opportunity and the depth of talent that exists within our industry,” she said. Taylor emphasised that the impact and growth of the academy is not simply about numbers. “It is about the people and careers we can influence and the contribution they will go on to make to our industry. As the Academy grows, our ambition is to reach more people, deepen the quality and relevance of the programme, and extend its impact across Africa and beyond. We believe this is only the beginning of what SKOT Impact Academy can become,” she noted. Since its launch, the academy has continued to grow from 40 participants to a broader learning community, expanding its programme to 60 participants through a hybrid model, comprising physical and virtual participants joining from Nigeria, Kenya, and the United Kingdom. More than 1,300 applications have now been received across the Academy’s three cohorts, reflecting sustained interest in the programme. The latest cycle further demonstrates this growing demand, with 450+ applications received for Cohort 3 from across Nigeria and beyond. This included representation from 14 countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Pakistan, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Malawi, Bangladesh, Nepal, Tanzania and The Gambia. This growing reach of the Academy comes as the communications profession continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing business, media, and digital landscape. Today’s communications professionals are expected to do more than understand media relations or produce compelling stories. They must navigate reputation, crisis, digital platforms, technology, emerging trends, and increasingly complex stakeholder expectations, while understanding how communication connects to broader organisational objectives. The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

Tokunbo George-Taylor, founder/CEO at SKOT Communications, speaking on the commencement of the third cohort, said the academy’s growth reflects both the depth of talent within the communications ecosystem and the need for greater investment in developing that talent. “When we launched SKOT Impact Academy, we knew there was a need for more accessible and practical pathways into the communications profession. “As we begin our third cohort, we see clear evidence of both the demand for this kind of opportunity and the depth of talent that exists within our industry,” she said. Taylor emphasised that the impact and growth of the academy is not simply about numbers. “It is about the people and careers we can influence and the contribution they will go on to make to our industry. As the Academy grows, our ambition is to reach more people, deepen the quality and relevance of the programme, and extend its impact across Africa and beyond. We believe this is only the beginning of what SKOT Impact Academy can become,” she noted. Since its launch, the academy has continued to grow from 40 participants to a broader learning community, expanding its programme to 60 participants through a hybrid model, comprising physical and virtual participants joining from Nigeria, Kenya, and the United Kingdom. More than 1,300 applications have now been received across the Academy’s three cohorts, reflecting sustained interest in the programme. The latest cycle further demonstrates this growing demand, with 450+ applications received for Cohort 3 from across Nigeria and beyond. This included representation from 14 countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Pakistan, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Malawi, Bangladesh, Nepal, Tanzania and The Gambia. This growing reach of the Academy comes as the communications profession continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing business, media, and digital landscape. Today’s communications professionals are expected to do more than understand media relations or produce compelling stories. They must navigate reputation, crisis, digital platforms, technology, emerging trends, and increasingly complex stakeholder expectations, while understanding how communication connects to broader organisational objectives. The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

“When we launched SKOT Impact Academy, we knew there was a need for more accessible and practical pathways into the communications profession. “As we begin our third cohort, we see clear evidence of both the demand for this kind of opportunity and the depth of talent that exists within our industry,” she said. Taylor emphasised that the impact and growth of the academy is not simply about numbers. “It is about the people and careers we can influence and the contribution they will go on to make to our industry. As the Academy grows, our ambition is to reach more people, deepen the quality and relevance of the programme, and extend its impact across Africa and beyond. We believe this is only the beginning of what SKOT Impact Academy can become,” she noted. Since its launch, the academy has continued to grow from 40 participants to a broader learning community, expanding its programme to 60 participants through a hybrid model, comprising physical and virtual participants joining from Nigeria, Kenya, and the United Kingdom. More than 1,300 applications have now been received across the Academy’s three cohorts, reflecting sustained interest in the programme. The latest cycle further demonstrates this growing demand, with 450+ applications received for Cohort 3 from across Nigeria and beyond. This included representation from 14 countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Pakistan, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Malawi, Bangladesh, Nepal, Tanzania and The Gambia. This growing reach of the Academy comes as the communications profession continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing business, media, and digital landscape. Today’s communications professionals are expected to do more than understand media relations or produce compelling stories. They must navigate reputation, crisis, digital platforms, technology, emerging trends, and increasingly complex stakeholder expectations, while understanding how communication connects to broader organisational objectives. The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

“As we begin our third cohort, we see clear evidence of both the demand for this kind of opportunity and the depth of talent that exists within our industry,” she said. Taylor emphasised that the impact and growth of the academy is not simply about numbers. “It is about the people and careers we can influence and the contribution they will go on to make to our industry. As the Academy grows, our ambition is to reach more people, deepen the quality and relevance of the programme, and extend its impact across Africa and beyond. We believe this is only the beginning of what SKOT Impact Academy can become,” she noted. Since its launch, the academy has continued to grow from 40 participants to a broader learning community, expanding its programme to 60 participants through a hybrid model, comprising physical and virtual participants joining from Nigeria, Kenya, and the United Kingdom. More than 1,300 applications have now been received across the Academy’s three cohorts, reflecting sustained interest in the programme. The latest cycle further demonstrates this growing demand, with 450+ applications received for Cohort 3 from across Nigeria and beyond. This included representation from 14 countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Pakistan, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Malawi, Bangladesh, Nepal, Tanzania and The Gambia. This growing reach of the Academy comes as the communications profession continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing business, media, and digital landscape. Today’s communications professionals are expected to do more than understand media relations or produce compelling stories. They must navigate reputation, crisis, digital platforms, technology, emerging trends, and increasingly complex stakeholder expectations, while understanding how communication connects to broader organisational objectives. The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

Taylor emphasised that the impact and growth of the academy is not simply about numbers. “It is about the people and careers we can influence and the contribution they will go on to make to our industry. As the Academy grows, our ambition is to reach more people, deepen the quality and relevance of the programme, and extend its impact across Africa and beyond. We believe this is only the beginning of what SKOT Impact Academy can become,” she noted. Since its launch, the academy has continued to grow from 40 participants to a broader learning community, expanding its programme to 60 participants through a hybrid model, comprising physical and virtual participants joining from Nigeria, Kenya, and the United Kingdom. More than 1,300 applications have now been received across the Academy’s three cohorts, reflecting sustained interest in the programme. The latest cycle further demonstrates this growing demand, with 450+ applications received for Cohort 3 from across Nigeria and beyond. This included representation from 14 countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Pakistan, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Malawi, Bangladesh, Nepal, Tanzania and The Gambia. This growing reach of the Academy comes as the communications profession continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing business, media, and digital landscape. Today’s communications professionals are expected to do more than understand media relations or produce compelling stories. They must navigate reputation, crisis, digital platforms, technology, emerging trends, and increasingly complex stakeholder expectations, while understanding how communication connects to broader organisational objectives. The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

“It is about the people and careers we can influence and the contribution they will go on to make to our industry. As the Academy grows, our ambition is to reach more people, deepen the quality and relevance of the programme, and extend its impact across Africa and beyond. We believe this is only the beginning of what SKOT Impact Academy can become,” she noted. Since its launch, the academy has continued to grow from 40 participants to a broader learning community, expanding its programme to 60 participants through a hybrid model, comprising physical and virtual participants joining from Nigeria, Kenya, and the United Kingdom. More than 1,300 applications have now been received across the Academy’s three cohorts, reflecting sustained interest in the programme. The latest cycle further demonstrates this growing demand, with 450+ applications received for Cohort 3 from across Nigeria and beyond. This included representation from 14 countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Pakistan, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Malawi, Bangladesh, Nepal, Tanzania and The Gambia. This growing reach of the Academy comes as the communications profession continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing business, media, and digital landscape. Today’s communications professionals are expected to do more than understand media relations or produce compelling stories. They must navigate reputation, crisis, digital platforms, technology, emerging trends, and increasingly complex stakeholder expectations, while understanding how communication connects to broader organisational objectives. The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

Since its launch, the academy has continued to grow from 40 participants to a broader learning community, expanding its programme to 60 participants through a hybrid model, comprising physical and virtual participants joining from Nigeria, Kenya, and the United Kingdom. More than 1,300 applications have now been received across the Academy’s three cohorts, reflecting sustained interest in the programme. The latest cycle further demonstrates this growing demand, with 450+ applications received for Cohort 3 from across Nigeria and beyond. This included representation from 14 countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Pakistan, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Malawi, Bangladesh, Nepal, Tanzania and The Gambia. This growing reach of the Academy comes as the communications profession continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing business, media, and digital landscape. Today’s communications professionals are expected to do more than understand media relations or produce compelling stories. They must navigate reputation, crisis, digital platforms, technology, emerging trends, and increasingly complex stakeholder expectations, while understanding how communication connects to broader organisational objectives. The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

More than 1,300 applications have now been received across the Academy’s three cohorts, reflecting sustained interest in the programme. The latest cycle further demonstrates this growing demand, with 450+ applications received for Cohort 3 from across Nigeria and beyond. This included representation from 14 countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Pakistan, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Malawi, Bangladesh, Nepal, Tanzania and The Gambia. This growing reach of the Academy comes as the communications profession continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing business, media, and digital landscape. Today’s communications professionals are expected to do more than understand media relations or produce compelling stories. They must navigate reputation, crisis, digital platforms, technology, emerging trends, and increasingly complex stakeholder expectations, while understanding how communication connects to broader organisational objectives. The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

The latest cycle further demonstrates this growing demand, with 450+ applications received for Cohort 3 from across Nigeria and beyond. This included representation from 14 countries, including Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Pakistan, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Malawi, Bangladesh, Nepal, Tanzania and The Gambia. This growing reach of the Academy comes as the communications profession continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing business, media, and digital landscape. Today’s communications professionals are expected to do more than understand media relations or produce compelling stories. They must navigate reputation, crisis, digital platforms, technology, emerging trends, and increasingly complex stakeholder expectations, while understanding how communication connects to broader organisational objectives. The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

This growing reach of the Academy comes as the communications profession continues to evolve alongside a rapidly changing business, media, and digital landscape. Today’s communications professionals are expected to do more than understand media relations or produce compelling stories. They must navigate reputation, crisis, digital platforms, technology, emerging trends, and increasingly complex stakeholder expectations, while understanding how communication connects to broader organisational objectives. The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

The academy’s tuition-free model removes the cost of professional training as a barrier, while its intensive curriculum exposes participants to the practical realities of public relations and strategic communications. The programme is designed to complement formal education with practical knowledge, industry exposure, and the opportunity to learn from experienced communications professionals. For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

For SKOT Academy, developing the next generation of communications talent requires more than transferring knowledge. It requires creating an environment where early-career professionals can build practical skills, judgement, and confidence alongside foundational communications knowledge. As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

As the Academy enters its third cohort, its growing community of participants and alumni represents an emerging talent pipeline with the potential to contribute meaningfully to the communications industry across Africa and beyond. With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

With each cohort, SKOT Impact Academy continues to build on its ambition to make quality professional development more accessible, while contributing to a stronger, more practical, and better-equipped generation of communications professionals. SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

SKOT Academy is Nigeria’s leading hub for empowering professionals to become influential global storytellers. With a strong commitment to reshaping the communications landscape, our mission is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to thrive in the dynamic world of public relations. Related News Closet full of clothes, nothing to wear? Why buying more isn’t the answer Ibiza Express: A fair meal in Computer Village Recipe of the week: Stuffed yam balls Charles Ogwo Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities. Share

Charles Ogwo is a proactive journalist, driving education, and business innovations for over 10 years. He leads initiatives leveraging tech to enhance storytelling and build topnotch performing team. Charles is passionate about harnessing technology to inform, engage and empower communities.