Daylight Nigeria

https://www.daylightng.com
Daylight Nigeria is an independent daily online newspaper published from Lagos that reports on national news, politics, opinion, entertainment and social issues. Founded in the mid-2010s and operated by Mattuxx Media Limited, the organization produces original journalism including news reports, interviews, photo features and opinion pieces aimed at a Nigerian and diaspora readership seeking timely coverage and commentary on public affairs and culture. Daylight places emphasis on leadership, civic matters and entertainment journalism, and it complements straight news with longer-form interviews and photo essays to provide context and human-interest perspectives. The outlet is led by publisher and editor-in-chief Azuh Amatus, a multiple award-winning journalist and media entrepreneur with a background in print and online publishing. Under his stewardship Daylight established initiatives that extend beyond reporting, including the Daylight Annual Leadership Awards (DALA), a program that recognises leadership and achievement in public life. The organisation’s editorial remit positions it as both a general-interest news service and a platform for commentary and cultural coverage, attracting readers interested in governance, social issues, entertainment and opinion. Daylight operates as a Lagos-based media brand with a history of engagement in Nigeria’s media landscape through events, awards and coverage of national debates. Its mix of timely news, opinion columns and feature journalism targets an audience of civic-minded Nigerians, professionals, and members of the diaspora who follow national developments and cultural conversations. The combination of an experienced publisher, a focus on leadership recognition, and a varied editorial mix gives Daylight a profile as a versatile online newsroom in Nigeria’s digital media ecosystem.

Source: Code for Africa

Last updated date: July 2026

Location:
Lagos, Nigeria
Year the organization started publishing:
2014
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
National

Content

Editorial coverage:
Generalist, focused on multiple topics
Type of content produced by theme:
Politics
Sports
Entertainment and culture
Journalism genres:
Opinion
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Podcast

Audience and reach

Social media audience

Twitter number of followers:
719

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
Azuh Amatus
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

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