Vacancy: State House Correspondent

We are seeking a correspondent who will play a central role in how The Ikeja Record covers the Lagos State Government and the House of Assembly in Alausa.

The mission of The Ikeja Record is to become the most-trusted and most-accurate information resource for people who live or work in Ikeja. That means seeking out the truth and helping people understand the world from an Ikeja perspective is at the heart of everything we do.

We are seeking a correspondent who will play a central role in how The Ikeja Record covers the Lagos State Government and the House of Assembly in Alausa. We want to cover the government with grace and warmth, but also with unflinching courage. The correspondent will work with co-editors and other colleagues to produce incisive and relevant journalism that spotlights government policies and holds power accountable. This is a fantastic job for someone who is passionate about journalism and truth-seeking, and is interested in deconstructing how power is used to shape society.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily, up-to-the-minute reporting on action in the Statehouse, including on major legislative debates and state budget ne…