Nigeria, April 12 -- The Africa Centre for Development Journalism (ACDJ) on Saturday marked the one-year remembrance of its late Executive Director and Editor-in-Chief, Rotimi Sankore.

Until his passing on 12 April 2024, Mr Sankore led ACDJ's efforts in promoting data-driven journalism focused on health, governance, and public policy.

In a statement issued by the centre, the organisation paid tribute to Mr Sankore's legacy, recalling his commitment to democratic accountability, human rights, gender equality, and public health.

"Rotimi was more than a journalist. He fiercely advocated for democratic accountability, human rights, gender equality, and public health across the African continent," the statement read.

"His legacy stands tal...