15 Journalists to Compete in Russia in October 2026
New Day Education and RUDN University have announced the 15 international finalists for their journalism competition.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Scholarships
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New Day Education and RUDN University have shortlisted 15 journalists for an upcoming international competition. The finalists are scheduled to travel to Russia in October 2026 to engage in professional development and media activities.
Why it matters
The program aims to foster international media collaboration and provide participants with professional development opportunities. By bringing together journalists from diverse backgrounds, the initiative facilitates cross-cultural engagement within the global media sector.
The competition has selected 15 journalists, including Gbenga Oyetola Johnson of OYOMIND News in Ibadan, to participate in the international program. These finalists represent the total cohort selected for the upcoming event.
The players
New Day Education
This organization collaborates with academic institutions to provide international professional development and educational programs.
RUDN University
Also known as the Peoples Friendship University of Russia, this institution serves as a center for international academic cooperation.
Gbenga Oyetola Johnson
He is a journalist associated with the Ibadan-based online news platform OYOMIND News and is among the selected finalists.
The details
The collaboration provides finalists with international exposure and direct engagement with established media practitioners. Participants will experience the educational and professional environment in Russia as part of the initiative.
Timeline
Finalists are scheduled to travel to Russia in October 2026 for the competition.
Culture Shift
This competition reflects the broader movement toward globalizing professional media training and expanding cross-border networking for journalists. It highlights a shift where institutional partnerships increasingly facilitate international knowledge sharing rather than relying on local training alone.
For media professionals, this program represents an opportunity to gain international credentials and expand their professional network beyond their home regions. Journalists looking to participate in future cycles should monitor participating universities and educational foundations for upcoming application windows.
The takeaway
Journalists interested in global opportunities should prioritize building portfolios that demonstrate international appeal and cross-cultural reporting skills. Networking with academic and professional development organizations remains a critical step for securing placement in international exchange programs.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.
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