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Dare Akogun
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Freelance Contributor, Freelance
Abuja, Ilorin, Lagos
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Biography
Dare Akogun is a dynamic media innovator, strategic communication professional, and Climate and Energy Transition journalist with over 11 years of influential contributions to the media industry. Currently serving as the Head of Digital Media, Senior News Editor, and Presenter at Sobi FM 101.9, a leading radio station in Ilorin, Nigeria. Dare is on a mission to leverage his media innovation expertise and project management skills to produce high-quality, accurate, and engaging content. Advocating for reduced fossil fuel consumption, especially coal, and transition to renewable energy to combat global warming. Expertise Highlights: Strategic Communication: Proven record in crafting compelling narratives on sustainability, public policy, governance, climate change, development, and social justice. Business Analysis: Proficient in leveraging analytical skills to distill complex data into actionable insights for informed decision-making. Social Media Marketing: Adept at utilizing various platforms to amplify messaging, engage audiences, and drive impact. Writing Excellence: Authored 200+ articles across prominent platforms, including The Cable Online, ICIR, Dubawa among others. Notable Achievements: BETD 24 Media Fellow, Comprehensive coverage of environmental issues and COP conferences, including COP28 in Dubai COP 27 in Egypt, and the UN-LDC conference in Doha, in 2023. Recognized for media innovation, securing fellowships and grants from prestigious organizations such as Dataphyte, CAPPA, Dubawa, and ICIR. An active member of the Safe Box Network and African Fact-checking Alliance, contributing to the largest fact-checking network in Africa. Educational Background: Master's Degree in Mass Communication, University of Lagos. Certification in Business Administration and Management, Babson College, Massachusetts. Certificate in Oil and Gas Reporting, School of Media and Communication, Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos. Dare Akogun is a recipient of multiple fellowships and grants and a member of Dataphyte, CAPPA, Dubawa, ICIR, Safe Box Network, and African Fact-checking Alliance. Personal Interests: When not immersed in media endeavors, Dare enjoys globetrotting and indulges in his passion for football both playing and watching.
Politics Energy Transition Climate Change Development Governance
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Freelance
De Pere, Wisconsin, United States