SKOT Impact Academy Sees 450 Applicants for New Cohort

SKOT Impact Academy, the social impact learning program of SKOT Communications, will launch its third six-week, intensive, and tuition-free training program on October 10, 2026, having attracted more than 450 applications from Nigeria and 13 other countries. This brings the total applications across all three cohorts to over 1,300, indicating a rising demand for accessible professional training among early-career public relations and communications professionals.

Founder and Chief Executive Officer of SKOT Communications, Tokunboh George Taylor, noted that the first cohort had 40 participants, which increased to 60 in the second cohort, reflecting the program's expansion. The second cohort included participants from Nigeria, Kenya, and the United Kingdom.

Taylor emphasized that the academy aims to provide practical knowledge and industry exposure, removing financial barriers to professional training. The program is designed to adapt to the evolving demands of the communications profession, focusing on reputation management, crisis communication, and digital platforms.