The Next Edition is a Nigerian online newspaper published by Next Edition Centre for Investigative Journalism and Gender Advocacy and based in Ikeja, Lagos. It reports daily on national affairs — politics, policy, business, security and the economy — alongside culture, entertainment and sport. The newsroom also runs region desks for the North-Central, North-East, North-West, South-East, South-South and South-West, ensuring coverage that reflects Nigeria’s diversity. Investigative and accountability reporting is a core strand of its work. Its “Investigations” and “Special Reports” sections scrutinise public officials, government spending and institutional failures. In October 2025, for example, it covered the minister of science and technology’s disputed academic credentials, part of a broader focus on integrity in public life. The organisation states a commitment to truth, responsible journalism and respect for human dignity. Its stated vision is to be one of Nigeria’s most authoritative, reliable and friendly media organisations, and it aims to grow into a multimedia platform while keeping readers informed, educated and entertained. The outlet writes for digitally savvy young and middle‑class audiences and offers interviews, editorials and opinion columns that amplify multiple perspectives. Rooted in Lagos with contributors across the country, The Next Edition positions itself as a civic‑minded newsroom that gives voice to the voiceless, holds power to account and provides context-rich reporting for a national audience.

Source: Code for Africa

Last updated date: July 2026

Location:
Lagos, Nigeria
Year the organization started publishing:
2017
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
National

Content

Editorial coverage:
Generalist, focused on multiple topics
Type of content produced by theme:
Environment
Politics
Economy and business
Lifestyle
Health and well-being
Entertainment and culture
Journalism genres:
Interviews and reporting
Investigative journalism
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Explanatory journalism
Curated/aggregated content
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Social media platforms
Podcast

Audience and reach

Social media audience

Facebook number of followers:
12,000
Twitter number of followers:
7
Instagram number of followers:
995
YouTube number of followers:
21

Management and team

Founders

Female:
5
Male:
2
Founders:
Victoria Ibanga Ibanga Isine Sakibu Olokojobi Change Maduagwu Edwin Nwayen Ekerete Ibanga
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
6
Part-time employees:
4
Freelancers or consultants:
2
Volunteers:
10

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
Non-profit

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