Charles Monday Alfa Wins ₦500,000 at 2025 Climate Spotlight Media Awards
Abuja, Nigeria – September 26, 2025 –In recognition of his outstanding contribution to climate justice reporting, journalist Charles Monday Alfa has been awarded the prestigious Climate Spotlight Media Award 2025, receiving a cash prize of ₦500,000.
The award ceremony, which took place in Abuja, celebrated journalists who have gone above and beyond in amplifying climate stories, raising awareness on environmental challenges, and holding policymakers accountable to climate action commitments.
Organizers of the event praised Alfa’s commitment to investigative storytelling that sheds light on the human impact of climate change, especially within vulnerable communities in Nigeria. His work was described as “a beacon of truth for both people and planet.”
In his acceptance remarks, Alfa expressed gratitude to the organizers and reaffirmed his dedication to climate reporting.
“This recognition is not just about me, but about the stories of communities at the frontline of climate change. Their voices deserve to be heard, and I will continue to use journalism to bring those stories to the world,” he said. He also appreciated his media organization The Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) Abuja Network Center, for its immense support.
The Climate Spotlight Award is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen climate journalism in Nigeria, spotlight impactful reporting, and encourage more media professionals to prioritize environmental issues.
With this recognition, Charles Monday Alfa joins a growing list of journalists shaping the national conversation on climate justice and inspiring action for a more sustainable future.
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