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Mana Balagbogbo is a Nigerian broadcast journalist, political correspondent, and field reporter with over a decade of experience in television, radio, and on-the-ground reporting. Based in Kogi State, he currently serves as Correspondent for News Central TV, covering politics, governance, security, and public affairs. In a deliberate professional shift, Mana moved from long-form studio anchoring and newsroom leadership into full-time field reporting, immersing himself in grassroots journalism and frontline storytelling. This transition has deepened his reporting range and strengthened his understanding of the real-world dynamics shaping governance and political life at the subnational level. Mana has covered some of Nigeria’s most pressing stories — including national elections, minimum wage reforms, fuel subsidy removal, security operations, and constitutional disputes. His reporting experience extends across West Africa, with coverage of key elections and political transitions in Senegal, Togo, Chad, and South Africa. Known for his ability to simplify complex political and policy issues for diverse audiences, Mana is regarded as a trusted voice on African political developments. He is also a skilled field producer, live reporter, presenter, and fixer, providing end-to-end production support for local and international newsrooms. His notable works include Chibok Girls: 10 Years After, Rivers Political Crisis, and live election-day reporting from INEC headquarters. Available for: * Breaking news coverage & live crosses * Political analysis, commentary & interviews * Scripted TV and radio news packages * Field producing & fixing across Nigeria * Editorial consulting and newsroom support Fluent in English, Mana brings clarity, authority, and professionalism to every assignment. Based in Kogi State | Available nationwide Trusted by newsrooms for live hits and field reports
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One-on-One Interview with Bayo Onanuga - Senior Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu
This video showcases my ability to engage with key government figures and present their perspectives on crucial national matters in a clear and informative manner. This report features a one-on-one interview with Bayo Onanuga, the Senior Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu, where we delve into Nigeria's democracy and the current state of the nation.
Key aspects of my reporting in this video include:
In-depth Interview: Conducting a comprehensive discussion with a prominent government official on high-level national topics.
Exploring National Issues: Delving into various facets of Nigeria's democratic landscape and its current state, offering insights directly from a key stakeholder.
Contextual Analysis: Providing a platform for a nuanced discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing the nation.
Reporting on Nigerian Electoral Reform Advocacy
This video showcases my ability to report on location, summarize key points, and provide context on complex political issues. In this report, I covered the Nigerian Electoral Reform Coalition's (NERC) advocacy visit to Nigeria's National Assembly, where they demanded urgent electoral reform.
Key aspects of my reporting in this video include:
On-site coverage: Providing real-time updates from the advocacy visit.
Summarizing key demands: Clearly explaining NERC's requests for transparent INEC leadership selection and full digitalization of the voting and result collation systems.
Contextual reporting: Highlighting the rationale behind these demands, stemming from concerns over the 2023 general elections.
Impartiality: Demonstrating an objective approach by emphasizing the coalition's independence from political influence.
Concise summary: Delivering a comprehensive overview of the event, its context, and potential next steps.
