Chronicling Daily Times’ Century of Influence, Controversies, Survival
From a four-page colonial newspaper to a leading voice, Daily Times has spent a century at journalism intersection, politics, business and national memory. Its rise, domination, government takeover, decline, privatisation,
The Daily Times, established in 1926, has witnessed Nigeria's transformation from a British colony to an independent nation, surviving through various political, economic, and social changes. At its peak, the newspaper was a powerful media organization and a significant part of Nigerian public discourse. However, the newspaper experienced a decline and underwent privatization, facing controversies along the way.
Today, as it prepares to celebrate its centenary in 2026, Daily Times stands at a crucial juncture, seeking to reinvent itself while preserving its rich heritage.
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