Nigeria’s technology-driven Credit Rating Agency, DataPro, on March 26, 2026, convened media practitioners across the country for its annual virtual training programme aimed at strengthening understanding of credit rating and financial analysis.
The initiative, launched in 2021 as part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), is designed to deepen public awareness of the credit rating industry and enhance the capacity of journalists and analysts to interpret and report financial information accurately.
This year’s session attracted participants from the print and electronic media, editors covering capital markets, financial analysts, communication professionals, and industry influencers.
Attendees commended DataPro for sustaining the programme, noting that it continues to improve their analytical skills and professional competence in financial reporting.
Speaking on the theme, “Reporting Financial Analysis in the Age of AI,” the Executive Director/Chief Rating Officer of DataPro, Oladele Adeoye, stressed the evolving role of journalists in a data-driven era.
“Financial reporting is no longer just about numbers; it is about trust, transparency, and resilience,” Adeoye said. “In the age of artificial intelligence, media practitioners must be equipped to interpret dynamic data and communicate it in ways that empower society and support informed decision-making.”
He further explained that the integration of artificial intelligence into financial systems has significantly transformed how data is generated, processed, and disseminated, making it imperative for journalists to understand emerging tools and trends shaping the industry.
According to him, the training focused on practical insights into credit rating methodologies, risk assessment, and the application of AI-driven tools in financial reporting.
Participants were also exposed to techniques for simplifying complex financial data for public consumption without compromising accuracy.
DataPro noted that the programme aligns with broader efforts to promote transparency, accountability, and investor confidence in Nigeria’s financial markets.
By equipping journalists with relevant knowledge, the agency aims to foster more informed reporting that can support market stability and economic growth.
The company added that it will continue to expand its capacity-building initiatives, including its annual International Credit Rating Webinar held every October, which brings together global experts and stakeholders to discuss developments in the credit rating ecosystem.
Industry observers say such initiatives are increasingly important as Nigeria’s financial landscape becomes more sophisticated, requiring media professionals to possess deeper analytical skills and a strong grasp of both traditional and technology-driven financial tools.
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