By Amin Kef (Ranger)
Ahmed Sahid Nasralla, the President of the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ), took the stage as a guest lecturer at Limkokwing University of Creative Technology in Freetown on May 30, 2024. The esteemed journalist, with over two decades of experience, addressed students at the Faculty of Communication, Media, and Broadcasting, offering insights to guide them towards a successful career in journalism.
During the engaging session, Nasralla emphasized the significance of specialization and teamwork in the field, highlighting the values of professionalism, ethics, integrity, and commitment essential for aspiring journalists. He also discussed the crucial role of SLAJ in advocating for press freedom and ensuring journalist safety in Sierra Leone.
Following the lecture, Nasralla and SLAJ Vice President Sahr James Bangah held discussions with university officials on potential collaborations and specialized training initiatives. Both parties expressed mutual interest in establishing a partnership, with plans to formalize the arrangement through a Memorandum of Understanding in the near future.
