The two papers are the largest circulating newspapers in Northern Nigeria.

[2] The group of newspapers ranks among the top seven in Nigeria in advertising revenue.

[4] The company presents the "Daily Trust African of the Year" award, recognizing and celebrating Africans who have made positive contributions that affect the lives of other people and have attracted pan-African attention during the award year.

[5] The chairman of the board and chief executive officer is Kabiru Abdullahi Yusuf.

He was a Senior Lecturer of the Department of Political Science, Usman Dan Fodio University, Sokoto, and has worked as a columnist and commentator for companies that include the Daily Triumph, Citizen Magazine, Newswatch and BBC Africa Service.