Ugochi Oluigbo is a pioneering Nigerian environmental journalist, broadcaster, and media strategist whose impactful storytelling has transformed the landscape of environmental communication in West Africa. With over a decade of experience in investigative journalism and public engagement, she is best known as the creator and host of “Green Angle”, one of Nigeria’s longest-running and most influential environmental television programs. Through this platform, Ugochi has elevated public awareness on critical environmental issues such as climate change, deforestation, pollution, biodiversity loss, and the health impacts of environmental degradation.

Her commitment to environmental journalism goes beyond news reporting—it’s rooted in a deep sense of advocacy and social responsibility. Ugochi’s work brings environmental issues into public consciousness in ways that resonate with everyday Nigerians, particularly underserved and vulnerable communities most affected by environmental injustice. She is widely recognized for her ability to translate complex scientific data and policy language into accessible, compelling stories that educate, inspire, and influence change.

Ugochi is a recipient of several prestigious awards, including the UNEP/UNESCO Young Environmental Journalist Award and the UNDP-sponsored Journalism for Sustainable Development Award. Her investigative pieces have contributed to policy dialogue, community mobilization, and improved environmental governance in Nigeria. Her work has also been featured in international media and conferences focused on sustainability, press freedom, and the role of journalism in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Beyond her work on screen, Ugochi is a sought-after trainer and consultant in the fields of climate communication, media strategy, and sustainability reporting. She has trained journalists, communication officers, and development professionals on how to effectively frame environmental stories and use media as a tool for behavior change. She also collaborates with NGOs, governmental agencies, and international development organizations to design campaigns that bridge policy and public engagement.

Ugochi holds degrees in Mass Communication and Broadcast Journalism and continues to deepen her expertise through professional development in environmental science, climate policy, and public affairs. Her work is guided by a vision of a more informed, just, and environmentally conscious society—one in which media is a force for climate resilience, transparency, and accountability.

As one of Nigeria’s most influential voices in environmental advocacy through journalism, Ugochi Oluigbo continues to inspire a new generation of communicators who see media not just as a platform—but as a catalyst for meaningful environmental change.