Prime 9ja Online

https://prime9ja.com.ng
Prime 9ja Online is a Nigerian digital news platform founded on March 11, 2016, by Chima Joseph Ugo. Headquartered in Edo State, Nigeria, the organization is dedicated to delivering accurate and reliable news to Nigerians and Africans. Its mission is to remain Nigeria's primary source of digital news, providing factual information to keep millions informed daily. The platform covers a wide range of topics, including politics, business, entertainment, sports, education, and technology, catering to a diverse audience seeking comprehensive news coverage. In March 2023, Prime 9ja Online launched a Pidgin English version of its website, Prime 9ja Online Pidgin, to reach a broader audience and promote the use of Nigerian Pidgin language. This initiative aims to bridge the communication gap between the media and the public, making news more accessible to Nigerians who prefer Pidgin English. The organization upholds high standards of professionalism, integrity, and media literacy, ensuring that its content is accurate, unbiased, and relevant. It has a team of experienced journalists and editors committed to delivering timely and credible news. Prime 9ja Online has been recognized for its growth and innovation in the Nigerian media landscape. In June 2022, Stamp Nigeria ranked it among the 19 fastest-growing newspaper startups in Nigeria. Additionally, in December 2022, Media Bias/Fact Check rated Prime 9ja Online as the least biased and most credible online newspaper in Nigeria, making it the only newspaper in the country to receive this rating as of the time. The organization is committed to ethical journalism, adhering to a strict code of ethics that prohibits staff from participating in political activities to maintain impartiality. This commitment to unbiased reporting has earned Prime 9ja Online a reputation as a trustworthy news source in Nigeria and beyond.

Source: Code for Africa

Last updated date: July 2026

Location:
Benin, Nigeria
Year the organization started publishing:
2016
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
National

Content

Editorial coverage:
Generalist, focused on multiple topics
Type of content produced by theme:
Politics
Sports
Economy and business
Entertainment and culture
Law and crime
DEIA: Diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility
Journalism genres:
Reviews
Essays
Information services
Investigative journalism
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Data journalism
Crowdsourcing
Explanatory journalism
Collaborative journalism
Fact-checking
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Newsletter
Messaging service
Social media platforms
Podcast
Telegram
Twitter
Facebook

Audience and reach

Social media audience

Facebook number of followers:
492
Twitter number of followers:
10,900
Instagram number of followers:
750
YouTube number of followers:
83

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
Chima Joseph Ugo
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
5
Part-time employees:
9
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit

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