DEADLINE: OCTOBER 5, 2026 — BBC News is hiring a senior journalist who is fluent in Yoruba and English in Lagos State.
This is a permanent, full-time role for a senior journalist who is as skilled in production craft as they are in editorial judgment.
The ideal candidate is someone who understands what makes video content compelling for young and female audiences, knows how to build and run a daily production pipeline, and has the technical confidence to manage live broadcasts in demanding and unpredictable news environments.
This senior journalist must have full fluency in written and spoken Yoruba and English.
The deadline for applications is October 5, 2026.
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