MoneyCentral Nigeria is a financial and business news platform focused on delivering up-to-date information, in-depth analysis, and market insights relevant to Nigeria and its economy. It’s operated by MoneyCentral Media Limited and aims to cater to a broad audience, including investors, shareholders, regulators, and businesses—particularly targeting younger readers. The platform covers breaking news, economic trends, finance, value investing, and even sprinkles in some lighter content for engagement. We kicked off with an online presence at moneycentral.com.ng in June 2020 and expanded to include a print publication, which launched on January 18, 2021. The print edition debuted with well-researched stories, investigations, and market intelligence designed to equip readers with actionable knowledge for financial decisions. Bala Augie, the editor for both the online and print platforms, emphasized a no-filler approach—focusing on deep analysis and insider insights to help readers grow their wealth. The team behind it consists of young, motivated analysts churning out daily and weekly content. The platform is a go-to source for authentic financial journalism in Nigeria, aiming to bridge the gap between complex economic data and practical understanding. Beyond that, we are carving a niche in Nigeria’s media landscape by blending traditional reporting with a modern, youth-oriented twist—think serious money talk with a bit of flair.

Source: Code for Africa

Last updated date: July 2026

Location:
Lagos, Nigeria
Year the organization started publishing:
2020
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
National

Content

Editorial coverage:
Generalist, focused on multiple topics
Type of content produced by theme:
Technology
Economy and business
Economy and finance
Journalism genres:
Investigative journalism
Narrative journalism
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Newsletter
Messaging service
Social media platforms
Podcast
WhatsApp
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Tiktok

Audience and reach

Social media audience

Facebook number of followers:
1,000
Twitter number of followers:
3,767
Instagram number of followers:
697

Management and team

Founders

Female:
1
Male:
2
Founders:
Patrick Atuanya, Bala Augie
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
8
Part-time employees:
6
Freelancers or consultants:
4
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit

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