Wikipedia talk:WikiProject Nigeria/Nigerian sources

Channels Tv

Hello Princess of Ara, I couldn't locate Channels TV in the list. Why? --Comr Melody Idoghor (talk) 15:42, 7 October 2021 (UTC)[reply]

The list is non-exhaustive. You can definitely add it. People (including myself) tend to priotise new media organizations (reliable sources with strong online presence) over television stations, but Channels can certainly be included.HandsomeBoy (talk) 15:49, 7 October 2021 (UTC)[reply]

@HandsomeBoy: Noted sir. Thanks --Comr Melody Idoghor (talk) 15:52, 7 October 2021 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you for the response captain @HandsomeBoy! @Idoghor Melody, like our coordinator said, you're welcome to be bold and add to the list. The talk page is always open to discuss other sources of uncertain reliability. Cheers!.
Princess of Ara 16:10, 7 October 2021 (UTC)[reply]

@Princess of Ara:Noted ma, Thanks--Comr Melody Idoghor (talk) 16:12, 7 October 2021 (UTC)[reply]

Is soccerhub.com.ng reliable?

I found out that the site is popular among football fans, is it reliable, can someone confirm? Oloriebi 16:46, 26 April 2022 (UTC)[reply]

Hello @Oloriebi234, apologies for the late response. I just saw this. I wouldn't consider it to be a reliable source since it is largely written by only one contributor and it does not seem to have editorial oveersight. Princess of Ara 06:09, 13 May 2022 (UTC)[reply]

Arise?

I came across Arise News and wondered if they should be added. Here's their about page. Mujinga (talk) 14:56, 25 September 2022 (UTC)[reply]

Mujinga, Yes. It is reliable. Best, Reading Beans (talk) 20:20, 18 October 2022 (UTC)[reply]

The Nigerian Observer and Prime 9ja Online isn't reliable?

I was wondering if The Nigerian Observer and Prime 9ja Online are not reliable sources (I could not find them on the list). I think they are reputable, both are based in Edo State, the former is both print & online and the latter is online-only.

Courtesy ping to @Reading Beans _{[one of my mentors :)]} Vanderwaalforces (talk) 12:14, 20 August 2023 (UTC)[reply]

@Vanderwaalforces, to be honest, I am leaning towards nominating Prime 9ja Online for deletion. But, I'll hold my horses (perhaps Princess of Ara or anyone else could) and wait; so, I would not consider adding Prime 9ja Online to the list unless a consensus is reached. The Nigerian Observer is reliable, so, you can add it to the list. Best, Reading Beans (talk) 15:45, 20 August 2023 (UTC)[reply]

@Reading Beans Okay, thanks! Vanderwaalforces (talk) 15:48, 20 August 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Daily Nigerian and The Whistler NG

i was thinking of adding Daily Nigerian and The Whistler. I know daily Nigerian is reliable. What of The Whistler. Editing Wizard (talk) 11:26, 21 October 2023 (UTC)[reply]

In my opinion, The Whistler is a referencable source.HandsomeBoy (talk) 20:52, 26 July 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Vanguard

Given the RSN discussions on Vanguard being closed with consensus for marginal reliability, would it be all right to adjust the entry for Vanguard here? Thanks. VickKiang (talk) 00:47, 23 October 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Advertorials

At what point do we sit down and have a realistic conversation about all the advertorials that some of these supposed 'reliable sources' are pumping out, and are being used to defend pages in AFD? Specifically Pulse, Vanguard, and The Nation. Nswix (talk) 18:15, 16 December 2023 (UTC)[reply]

This is a tricky one that could have unintended consequences in the long-run.HandsomeBoy (talk) 20:54, 26 July 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Discussion at RSN involving Nigeria sources

There is a discussion on the Reliable Sources Noticeboard regarding some Nigeria sources that could be of interest. -- LCU ActivelyDisinterested «@» °∆t° 20:45, 26 July 2024 (UTC)[reply]

@ActivelyDisinterested: Please provide links, I can't see it from your contribution history.HandsomeBoy (talk) 20:56, 26 July 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Sorry it's not something I've raised, I just thought it might be of interest to editors who watch this page. The direct link is WP:RSN#Nigerian News Sources. -- LCU ActivelyDisinterested «@» °∆t° 21:16, 26 July 2024 (UTC)[reply]

@ActivelyDisinterested Thanks for informing here. Vanderwaalforces (talk) 21:21, 26 July 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Discussion of Nigerian sources are again at RSN. Please participate if interested. Hemiauchenia (talk) 01:00, 22 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

@Hemiauchenia, what can Nigerian editors do here that non-Nigerian editors can’t do? Best, Reading Beans, Duke of Rivia 01:58, 22 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Provide informed commentary and insight on the state of media in Nigeria? Nigerian editors are typically going to be better informed about the state of Nigerian media and its practices than non-Nigerians. Hemiauchenia (talk) 02:03, 22 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

I should have probably been more clear that I had this particular currently ongoing discussion in mind: WP:RSN#Nigerian newspapers Hemiauchenia (talk) 02:14, 22 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Bellanaija

The consensus is that BellaNaija is considered reliable for entertainment news. Best, Reading Beans, Duke of Rivia 07:30, 26 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

The following discussion is closed. Please do not modify it. Subsequent comments should be made on the appropriate discussion page. No further edits should be made to this discussion.

Hi my fellow Wikipedians, I would like to know who added BellaNaija and Jaguda to the article's unreliable sources section. Where was consensus reached to add these sources to the list? Bellanaija started off as a blog in 2006, but has since transformed into a full fledge website per their About US page. Their website is here and their blog site is here. Unlike Linda Ikeji's blog, BellaNaija is not known for posting fake stories and there's never been a time when a famous person in Nigeria told BellaNaija to retract an article they published. So I really need to know how consensus was reached. @Vanderwaalforces: and @SafariScribe: I would appreciate your input here. Versace1608 ^{Wanna Talk?} 20:08, 23 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

I have also longed to know how and why BellaNaija is added there as an unreliable source; the latest I can see is from a source assessment from Ammarpad and Celestina007 and the assessment was done with no credible evidence of why they should be labelled blatantly unreliable. BellaNaija usually disclose sponsored posts and I’m just wondering why. I have absolutely no opinion on Jaguda; I used to think they’re a music download website. Best, Reading Beans, Duke of Rivia 20:13, 23 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you, Reading Beans. I really appreciate your comments. Jaguda has been writing critical reviews of albums for as long back as 2010. For a long time, many Nigerian newspapers did not dedicate resources and time to document the Nigerian music industry. It was only a handful of websites like NotJustOk, Jaguda and BellaNaija that have been documenting Nigeria's musical landscape in the 2000s and early 2010s. Versace1608 ^{Wanna Talk?} 20:27, 23 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Versace1608, I should actually thank you more, I have always wanted to do this. Now, it seems like Jaguda has pulled the plug (TBH, I was more of a NotJustOK person than Jaguda), so, I can’t really tell if they’re reliable or not. For BellaNaija, it seems like they publish reliable pieces and discloses sponsored contents. I’m pinging, Ammarpad, Princess of Ara, HandsomeBoy, SafariScribe, Idoghor Melody, Vanderwaalforces and Ibjaja055 to contribute to this discussion. On my end, I suggest we move BellaNaija to reliable source for entertainment. Best, Reading Beans, Duke of Rivia 21:18, 23 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you for the ping @RB, I believe I was the one that added Bellanaija to the unreliable pile based on my enquiry at WP:RSN here. I will however Support moving it to the reliable sources tab. Princess of Ara 21:57, 23 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

I was actually waiting to see or do this. BellaNaija is a credible and reliable news source. They also have proper byline like any other reliable American news site. Infant, most stories especially entertainment are documented or reported by BellaNaija. Please I SUPPORT considering it as a reliable source. Safari Scribe^{Edits! Talk!} 21:30, 23 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

Support: I agree with the points above. I personally classify them as a well-run online magazine that sticks to its niche, verifies information and does not just do direct copy and paste. It is probably not your go-to source to substantiate if a politician is corrupt or incompetent based on fiscal policies or macroeconomic statistics :), it knows its focus and delivers it in a professional manner. I recommend it is listed as reliable in the entertainment-focus (or lifestyle) category. HandsomeBoy (talk) 00:37, 24 February 2025 (UTC)[reply]

The discussion above is closed. Please do not modify it. Subsequent comments should be made on the appropriate discussion page. No further edits should be made to this discussion.