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By Chukwuma Umeorah
To curb misinformation and restore trust in journalism, CBI News has said it will introduce its digital news platform to promote credible and contextual storytelling across Africa.
According to its founder, Chris Baywood Ibe, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Baywood Group, “the digital platform is designed to provide verified, real-time news and in-depth analysis through a user-friendly interface. It will also feature documentaries, explainers, and live updates aimed at strengthening factual and balanced reporting.
Ibe noted that the mobile app to be launched officially on November 7, 2025 will be accessible through web and mobile applications on Android and iOS.
He said the initiative reflects a commitment to rebuilding confidence in journalism. “CBI News is not just another news platform; it is a commitment. A commitment to truthful reporting, to elevating storytelling, and to rebuilding trust in journalism. Africa deserves a platform that projects its stories with dignity and clarity, and CBI News is that platform.”
He added that the event will bring together media executives, communication professionals, and industry experts for a discussion titled “The Trust Crisis: Rebuilding Credibility in the Nigerian Media Landscape.” The session will examine how technology can help restore public confidence and improve accountability in news reporting.
According to Managing Director of CBI Digital Media, Gbenga Adebija, the platform aims to change how audiences consume news. “Our operating philosophy is to amplify African voices, provide accurate and timely news from an investigative and human angle perspective as a means of differentiation from other news platforms to achieve the highest levels of audience engagement,” Adebija stated.
