Libby George
About Libby George
Libby George is a Senior Correspondent at Thomson Reuters, based in Lagos, Nigeria since 2019. She has extensive experience in journalism, particularly in energy markets, having previously worked in various roles at notable organizations including Congressional Quarterly and Reuters News Agency.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Libby George has been serving as a Senior Correspondent at Thomson Reuters since 2019. Based in Lagos, Nigeria, she focuses on reporting within the business and energy sectors. Her role involves covering significant developments and trends in these industries, particularly as they relate to the Nigerian market.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Libby George held various positions in journalism. She worked as a Senior Energy Correspondent at Reuters News Agency from 2014 to 2019 in London, where she reported extensively on energy markets. Her career also includes roles at Argus Media as Deputy Editor and at ICIS as a Markets Reporter. Earlier in her career, she gained experience as a Social Policy Reporter at Congressional Quarterly and as a Corporate Filings Alert at Dow Jones Newswires.
Education and Expertise
Libby George holds a Master of Science in International Relations from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), which she completed in 2009. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Political Science from the University of Minnesota in 2005. Her educational background supports her extensive reporting experience, particularly in the fields of energy and business.
Background in Reporting
Libby George began her journalism career with various internships, including positions at the Bureau of National Affairs and the Star Tribune. She worked as a Reporter/Editor at The Minnesota Daily from 2001 to 2005. Her early experiences laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in more specialized reporting, particularly in energy markets.