In a bid to bridge classroom knowledge with practical industry exposure, Mass Communication students of Skyline University Nigeria (SUN) paid a technical visit to Bayero University Press situated at Bayero University Kano (BUK), Premier Radio and Media Trust Group regional office in Kano State – the publishers of Daily Trust Newspapers and Trust TV.
The educational excursion, held on April 17th 2025, was designed to deepen students’ understanding of real-world communication practices and particularly publishing production techniques. The visit provided an opportunity for the students to engage directly with experienced staff at the printing press.
The students were accompanied by the Head of the Department of Mass Communication, Mr. Bashir Usman and some lecturers from the department – Mr. Usman Bello Balarabe and Ms. Hafsa Bello alongside Mr. Rabiu Hassan, the studio manager at the university.
During the tour, the students were received by senior and technical staff, who offered insights into of media publishing and how technology has transformed the industry in recent years. The visit also featured interactive sessions, where students discussed the evolving trends in Nigerian media publishing, challenges in journalism, and the role of communication in national development.
Speaking during the visit, Mr. Bashir Usman, noted that such technical visits are essential in nurturing future communication professionals. “It is important that students see how theory translates into practice. Institutions like BUK, Media Trust Group and Premier Radio serve as models for media education in Nigeria,” he said.
Students described the experience as enriching and inspiring, particularly as they observed firsthand the workflow of media publishing at Media Trust Group, Premier Radio and the depth of BUK’s research-driven approach.
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