Section 01

Our Editorial Mission

BizWatchNigeria.Ng exists to serve as Nigeria’s most reliable sector-based platform for business intelligence, news, and analysis. Established in 2014 and managed by Bizwatch Nigeria Limited, our mission is to empower entrepreneurs, executives, investors, policymakers, and market participants with accurate, timely, and actionable information.

We believe that access to credible business information is a catalyst for economic growth. Everything we publish is guided by that conviction. We hold ourselves to the standard of providing news and intelligence that our readers can trust, act upon, and share with confidence.

“Our editorial compass is defined by three principles: accuracy before speed, fairness before favour, and the public interest before commercial interest.”

Section 02

Editorial Standards & Core Values

All content published on BizWatchNigeria.Ng — regardless of format or author — must uphold the following core standards:

Accuracy

We do not publish information we cannot verify. All factual claims must be supported by at least one credible, identifiable source. Where a claim cannot be independently verified, it must be clearly attributed and caveated. Statistics, data, and figures must reference their origin.

Fairness & Balance

Stories involving allegations, controversies, or disputes must make reasonable effort to present all relevant sides. Individuals or organisations named in a critical context must be given an opportunity to respond prior to publication, and any response received must be included or summarised in the article.

Independence

Editorial decisions at BizWatchNigeria.Ng are made independently of advertising, commercial, or political pressures. No advertiser, partner, or sponsor has any influence over our editorial content. The Editor-in-Chief holds final authority over all editorial decisions.

Transparency

We clearly label all content types so readers always know what they are reading. News reports, opinion pieces, sponsored content, press releases, and paid partnerships are each distinctly identified. We do not disguise advertising as editorial content.

Accountability

We take responsibility for what we publish. Errors are corrected promptly and transparently. We do not silently alter published content — all significant post-publication changes are noted at the top of the article.

Section 03

News Reporting Policy

Original news content on BizWatchNigeria.Ng adheres to the principles of professional journalism practice.

Source Requirements

Reporters and contributors must cite named, identifiable sources wherever possible. Anonymous sources may only be used when the information is of significant public interest and the source’s identity cannot be disclosed without placing them at risk. In such cases, the reason for anonymity must be explained to the Editor-in-Chief and, where possible, acknowledged in the article.

Plagiarism & Attribution

All content must be original. Where information is drawn from other publications, wire services, or reports, it must be clearly attributed with a link or citation. The wholesale reproduction of another outlet’s article, even with attribution, is not permitted.

Conflict of Interest

Journalists and contributors must disclose any personal, financial, or professional interest in a story they are covering. The Editor-in-Chief will assess whether such interest constitutes a conflict and may reassign the story accordingly.

Headlines & Social Media Framing

Headlines must accurately reflect article content. Sensationalist, misleading, or clickbait headlines are not permitted. The same standard applies to social media posts promoting our content.

Section 04

Opinion & Analysis Content

BizWatchNigeria.Ng publishes opinion and analysis pieces as a platform for informed perspectives on business, economic policy, and sector trends. These pieces do not represent the views of BizWatchNigeria.Ng or Bizwatch Nigeria Limited and are always clearly labelled as opinion.

Standards for Opinion Pieces

• All opinion articles must be clearly labelledOpinionorAnalysisat the top of the article.
• Authors must identify themselves with their full name, title, and professional affiliation.
• Opinions must be based on verifiable facts — factual claims within opinion pieces remain subject to our accuracy standards.
• Personal attacks, defamatory statements, or unsubstantiated allegations against named individuals are not permitted, even in opinion format.
• Authors must disclose any financial interest or professional relationship relevant to the subject of their piece.
• Analysis pieces that include data, projections, or statistics must cite their sources.

What We Will Not Publish

• Opinions that constitute defamation, libel, or incitement.
• Content that promotes ethnically or politically divisive agendas under the guise of business commentary.
• Undisclosed advertorial content presented as independent opinion.
• Pieces that are factually inaccurate without acknowledging contested claims.

Section 05

Guest Authors & Contributor Guidelines

We welcome contributions from business leaders, economists, industry professionals, academics, policy analysts, and subject matter experts. Guest authorship is an editorial, not a commercial, arrangement — payment does not guarantee publication.

Eligibility

Contributors should demonstrate relevant expertise in the subject they write about. BizWatchNigeria.Ng reserves the right to verify a contributor’s credentials before publication. We do not publish anonymous guest contributions.

Submission Requirements

• Submissions should be between 600 and 1,500 words unless otherwise agreed with our editorial team.
• Content must be original and not published or pending publication elsewhere.
• Contributors must submit a short bio (50–80 words) and a professional headshot.
• All factual claims must include sources, data references, or links.
• Submissions must be made in Word format or Google Docs to the editorial team ateditorial@bizwatchnigeria.ng.

Editorial Rights

BizWatchNigeria.Ng reserves the right to edit submissions for clarity, length, tone, and compliance with our editorial standards. Significant edits will be shared with the contributor prior to publication. We also reserve the right to decline any submission without obligation to provide a reason.

Contributor Disclosure

Guest contributors must disclose any financial relationships, affiliations, or conflicts of interest relevant to the subject of their contribution. Failure to disclose material conflicts may result in retraction of the published piece and exclusion from future contributions.

Important: Submitting content to BizWatchNigeria.Ng grants us a non-exclusive licence to publish, edit, and archive the piece on our platform. Contributors retain copyright over their work.

Section 06

Press Release Policy

BizWatchNigeria.Ng receives and publishes press releases from companies, government agencies, NGOs, and individuals as a service to our readers and the business community.

Labelling

All press releases are clearly labelled Press Release and are not represented as original editorial reporting. Readers understand that press releases represent the views and claims of the issuing organisation, not of BizWatchNigeria.Ng.

Standards for Publication

• Press releases must be relevant to business, finance, industry, or economic affairs in Nigeria or the broader African market.
• We do not publish press releases that contain unsubstantiated defamatory claims against third parties.
• Releases that are political campaign material or partisan in nature will not be published.
• We reserve the right to edit press releases for length and house style without altering material meaning. We will notify the issuing party if significant edits are made.
• All press releases must include a verifiable contact name and address for the issuing organisation.

Press releases may be submitted to newsdesk@bizwatchnigeria.ng.

Section 07

Sponsored Content & Commercial Partnerships

BizWatchNigeria.Ng accepts sponsored content, native advertising, and commercial partnerships as part of our business model. We are committed to ensuring that commercial content never compromises the integrity of our editorial environment.

Disclosure & Labelling

All sponsored content is prominently labelled Sponsored or Paid Partnership at the top of the content. This labelling is non-negotiable. Commercial content will never be presented to resemble editorial reporting.

Editorial Firewall

Sponsors and advertisers have no influence over our editorial decisions, story selection, or coverage. A commercial relationship with BizWatchNigeria.Ng does not guarantee positive editorial coverage, nor does the absence of a commercial relationship result in negative coverage.

Content Standards

• Sponsored content must meet our basic accuracy and decency standards.
• We will not publish sponsored content that is misleading, defamatory, or that makes false claims about competitors.
• Sponsored content promoting financial products, investment schemes, or health claims must comply with applicable Nigerian regulatory standards.
• BizWatchNigeria.Ng reserves the right to decline or retract sponsored content that conflicts with our editorial values.

For advertising and partnership enquiries, contact adverts@bizwatchnigeria.ng.

Section 08

Interview Policy

Interviews published on BizWatchNigeria.Ng feature business leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, economists, and other subject matter experts. Our interviews aim to generate insight and knowledge for our readership, not to serve as platforms for uncontested promotion.

Standards

• Interview questions must seek to generate substantive insight, not merely promotional content for the interviewee.
• Interviewees may review a transcript for factual accuracy prior to publication but may not alter the substance of their answers or add new responses without disclosure.
• Any material provided by an interviewee’s PR team in lieu of direct responses must be clearly noted in the published piece.
• Where an interviewee makes significant factual claims, our editorial team will make reasonable effort to verify those claims independently.

On-the-Record vs Off-the-Record

All interviews are considered on-the-record unless an off-the-record agreement is explicitly established before the interview begins. Information offered off-the-record will not be published without the interviewee’s subsequent consent. “Background only” information may inform our reporting without attribution.

Section 09

Video Content Policy

Video content produced or hosted by BizWatchNigeria.Ng — including interviews, panel discussions, explainers, and market updates — is subject to the same editorial standards as our written content.

Standards

• Video content featuring news or analysis must be editorially independent and clearly sourced.
• Sponsored video content must be clearly labelledSponsoredat the beginning of the video and in all accompanying text.
• Video interviews follow our standard interview policy, including the right of interviewees to review transcripts for factual accuracy.
• User-generated video content may only be published with the verified consent of the creator and must be clearly attributed.
• We do not use deceptively edited footage to misrepresent events or statements.

Section 10

Financial Literacy, Business Intelligence & Market Research Content

BizWatchNigeria.Ng publishes financial literacy content, business intelligence reports, sector analyses, and market research summaries as a public service and value-added offering to our readers. This content is informational in nature.

Important Distinction

Content published under Financial Literacy, Business Intelligence, or Market Research is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, investment guidance, or professional consultation. Readers should seek independent professional advice before making financial or business decisions based on our content.

Standards

• All data, statistics, and projections must be sourced and dated. The source and date of underlying data must be visible to the reader.
• Where market research is produced in partnership with a third party, the partnership must be disclosed prominently.
• BizWatchNigeria.Ng does not recommend specific stocks, securities, assets, or investment products in its editorial content.
• Financial literacy content is written for a general audience and must be clearly distinguished from professional financial advice.
• Content that may move markets or influence investment decisions is subject to heightened accuracy review before publication.

Section 11

Corrections, Clarifications & Complaints

BizWatchNigeria.Ng takes errors seriously. We are committed to correcting mistakes quickly, transparently, and without ego.

Our Corrections Policy

• Significant factual errors will be corrected by appending a clearly dated correction notice at the top of the affected article.
• Minor typographical or stylistic errors may be corrected silently, but significant content changes will always be flagged.
• We do not delete articles to avoid accountability. Where an article is retracted, a notice explaining the retraction will remain in its place.
• Social media posts containing factual errors will also be corrected or deleted and replaced with accurate information.

How to Report an Error

Email editorial@bizwatchnigeria.ng with the article URL, the specific error, and any supporting documentation.

Response Time

We acknowledge complaints within 2 business days and aim to resolve and publish corrections within 5 business days.

Right of Reply

Individuals or organisations that feel they have been misrepresented may request a right of reply. Requests are reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief.

Escalation

Unresolved complaints may be escalated in writing to our Editor-in-Chief at editorial@bizwatchnigeria.ng, marked “Formal Complaint.”

Section 12

Editorial Independence & Conflict of Interest

The editorial independence of BizWatchNigeria.Ng is non-negotiable. No shareholder, advertiser, commercial partner, government agency, or political interest has the authority to direct, suppress, or alter our editorial decisions.

Staff Obligations

• Editorial staff must not accept gifts, hospitality, or benefits of significant value from individuals or organisations they cover or may cover.
• Staff must disclose personal investments in companies or sectors they report on.
• Editorial staff must not engage in political activity that could compromise the perceived independence of BizWatchNigeria.Ng.
• Secondary employment or freelance activities that create a conflict of interest must be disclosed to and approved by the Editor-in-Chief.

Ownership Disclosure

BizWatchNigeria.Ng is owned and operated by Bizwatch Nigeria Limited, a privately held Nigerian media company. Our ownership does not direct, influence, or interfere with our editorial operations.

Section 13

General Disclaimer

Content Accuracy

While BizWatchNigeria.Ng makes every effort to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of content published on this platform, we cannot guarantee that all information is complete, current, or error-free. Information on this site may become outdated and we make no commitment to update it continuously.

Not Professional Advice

Nothing published on BizWatchNigeria.Ng constitutes legal, financial, investment, tax, medical, or any other form of professional advice. Readers should consult qualified professionals before making decisions based on information obtained from this platform.

Third-Party Content

BizWatchNigeria.Ng publishes content from third parties including press releases, sponsored articles, guest contributions, and interview responses. Such content represents the views of the originating party only. We are not responsible for the accuracy of claims made in third-party content, though we apply reasonable editorial standards to all published material.

External Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes. BizWatchNigeria.Ng does not endorse, control, or take responsibility for the content of external websites.

Market Information

Market data, financial figures, and economic statistics published on this platform are sourced from publicly available data providers and may not reflect real-time market conditions. Such information should not be used as the sole basis for financial decisions.

Limitation of Liability

BizWatchNigeria.Ng and Bizwatch Nigeria Limited shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising directly or indirectly from reliance on content published on this platform, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable Nigerian law.

Intellectual Property

All original content published on BizWatchNigeria.Ng — including articles, graphics, videos, and reports — is the intellectual property of Bizwatch Nigeria Limited unless otherwise stated. Reproduction or redistribution of our content without prior written permission is prohibited. Requests for republication may be directed to editorial@bizwatchnigeria.ng.

Governing Law

This editorial policy and all disclaimers are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Any disputes arising in connection with this policy shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Lagos State, Nigeria.

This policy was last reviewed and updated in January 2026. BizWatchNigeria.Ng reserves the right to amend this policy at any time. Significant amendments will be announced on our platform.

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