This study examined the newspaper coverage of HIV/AIDS, malaria and polio in Nigeria to determine... more This study examined the newspaper coverage of HIV/AIDS, malaria and polio in Nigeria to determine the level of attention Nigerian newspapers have given to these three diseases in their reportage over the years vis-a-vis their high prevalence in the country. The author performed content analysis on four Nigerian national newspapers covering from 2010 to 2013. Findings show that Nigerian newspapers have not given adequate attention to HIV/AIDS, malaria and polio in their health coverage. This, therefore, suggests that this may have contributed to the high prevalence of these diseases in Nigeria. The author, therefore, calls for more newspaper coverage of these diseases by Nigerian newspapers as well other media in order to reduce their prevalence in the Nigerian society. Keywords: HIV/AIDS, malaria, polio, newspaper, health reporting, Nigeria.
This study examines the influence of the global health campaignson the coverage of HIV/AIDS, mala... more This study examines the influence of the global health campaignson the coverage of HIV/AIDS, malaria and polio in Nigeriannewspapers. Newspaper among other mass media, give coverage tohealth issues to create awareness and inform members of the public,which may facilitate good health outcomes. HIV/AIDS, malaria andpolio are three major health problems that are ravaging the socio-economic life of members of Nigerian populace. It is, however, reportedby newspaper health reporters in Nigeria that these health problemsalso dominate health pages in Nigerian newspapers compared to otherhealth issues. The researcher, using survey method, found out fromnewspaper health reporters that the dominance of HIV/AIDS, malariaand polio on the health pages of Nigerian newspapers is due to theglobal health campaigns. The health reporters argue that the burdensof these diseases resulted into the ongoing global health campaignsand have consequently widened their media coverage over the years.This, accord...
Journal of Language and Communication (JLC), Sep 16, 2017
In Nigeria, the northern region accounts for the largest population with 53.4 percent and it is n... more In Nigeria, the northern region accounts for the largest population with 53.4 percent and it is noted for various communicable and non-communicable diseases. The region is also noted for the highest prevalence of HIV/AIDS, malaria and polio- the three global scourges. Statistics further indicate that the north has the highest level of illiteracy in Nigeria. It is, therefore, noteworthy that the region is strategically important as its state of affairs has overbearing effects on the socio-economic and political systems of Nigeria. In view of this, this study investigates the newspaper coverage of health issues in relation to the north with particular emphasis on HIV/AIDS, malaria and polo. The author performed content analysis on four national newspapers in Nigeria from 2010-2013 and found a medium correlation coefficient value of .308 between newspaper coverage of HIV/AIDS, malaria and polio and northern region. This correlation value (r = .308) implies that Nigerian newspapers have given a moderate attention or coverage to northern Nigeria in their health coverage. However, the study concludes that if this region can enjoy more coverage from Nigerian newspapers, this may influence policy makers in the health sector to focus more attention on the north. The paper then recommends that more national newspapers may need to be established in the north because location of newspaper organisations has great influence on the coverage of health issues among Nigerian newspapers
The Indonesian Journal of Communication Studies, 2022
Cartooning in journalism practice is, by nature and as demonstrated in many parts of the world, a... more Cartooning in journalism practice is, by nature and as demonstrated in many parts of the world, an intelligent journalistic endeavour undertaken by cartoonists or cartoon journalists to put those in power to accountability and responsibility. It is a special genre of journalism profession to disseminate information graphically and illustratively to members of the public. Cartoonists strategically use cartoons and their journalistic drawings to portray social evils, corrupt practices, criticise policies and programmes of government, actions of various corporate bodies, religious organisations and individuals’ misdemeanours in a satirical and comic form. In the course of performing these multifarious functions in society, cartoonists have been subjected to an array of challenges or have been made to go through various challenges and consequently thrown into dilemma. Investigating these challenges and how cartoon journalists have been able to cope in their trade and profession define t...
Mass Communicator: International Journal of Communication Studies, 2015
Considering the importance of health in society, mass media over the years, have given attention ... more Considering the importance of health in society, mass media over the years, have given attention to its coverage. The specialised nature of health has made its coverage challenging to health reporters all over the world. Health reporters, especially those who are trained in journalism, mass communication and other social sciences, consider health reporting as technical because they do not possess the required scientific expertise to relate well with health and scientific findings and jargons. This has consistently resulted in conflicts between them and health and science researchers and professionals. Health and science experts often accuse health reporters of inaccurate reporting of health facts, misinterpretation of health findings/statistics and misleading information. This study, therefore, examines the effects of health and science training in health reporting among health reporters in Nigeria. Using in-depth interview method, the study found that lack of health and science training actually affects health reporters who are trained in the humanities and social sciences. The interviewed reporters admitted their inadequacies, which were also confirmed by their colleagues, who are trained in the science. However, health reporters without health and science background seek assistance from their colleagues in interpreting health and scientific jargons; they also consult health experts, engage in extensive research in order to manage the challenge of lack of health and science background. The study, however, concludes that health reporting in general is more effective and productive by journalists who have health and science backgrounds.
This study examines the impact of western films on teenagers as it affects the promotion of cultu... more This study examines the impact of western films on teenagers as it affects the promotion of cultural heritage in African society with particular reference to Nigerian society. Much after the independence across the continent, one of the major preoccupations African leaders had to contend with is the restoration of African cultures in their pristine forms which were arguably polluted or collapsed by the colonial masters during their reign. No doubt, teenagers and youth generally, are vital segment of the society who could be instrumental in promoting African cultures. But unfortunately, the mentality and lifestyle of the teenagers in African societies have been grossly affected by exposure to western films to such an extent that rather than promoting African cultures, they have become hardened acolytes and promoters of western cultures. The study therefore examines this situation with particular reference to Nigeria adopting qualitative research method to scholarly present issues inv...
Emerging Trends in Indigenous Language Media, Communication, Gender, and Health, 2020
This chapter examines the use of indigenous languages during antenatal care (ANC) sessions among ... more This chapter examines the use of indigenous languages during antenatal care (ANC) sessions among mothers in Lagos state. Authors investigate factors that influence the use of indigenous languages, the most preferred mode of presentation, and how the languages affect reception, participation, and knowledge of mothers on safe motherhood practices. Using in-depth interviews with nurses and observations during the ANC sessions, the study found that indigenous languages engender participation and are effective in building self-esteem, trust, and confidence of mothers. Songs in the indigenous language, particularly Yoruba language, help mothers retain and recall safe motherhood messages easily. Mothers generally demonstrate their understanding during the question and answer sessions, while also serving as agents of information reinforcement among themselves using indigenous languages. In view of the occasional need for interpreters, the study recommends that health workers should be encou...
The study examined the perception and practice of Integrated Marketing Communication of selected ... more The study examined the perception and practice of Integrated Marketing Communication of selected marketing communication companies in Nigeria that implement IMC campaigns on behalf of their clients. Using an In Depth Interview design, the study elicited responses from Creative Directors of selected marketing communication agencies on their perception of implementing IMC on behalf of their clients. The study sought to know the level or stage of IMC the agencies implemented for their clients, the benefits that accrued to clients from such campaigns, the barriers faced, effectiveness and measurement of IMC result.The study employed in-depth interview research design to answer the research questions drawn for the study. A combination of purposive and systematic random sampling methods was adopted for the study. Three key findings emanated from the study. One, the study ascertained that the selected Nigerian marketing communication agencies practice IMC at the tactical level coordinating...
The important nature of health in society often makes it a prime subject of coverage in the media... more The important nature of health in society often makes it a prime subject of coverage in the media. Today, one of the major areas of coverage in journalism is health because members of society now rely on the media as a major source of health information. Considering the specialised and technical nature of health reporting, health reporters encounter different challenges such as the nature of the health topic being covered, the personality of the health reporters, the kind of relationships with the health and science researchers and the environment within which health reporting is done. In this study, the author investigates the challenges newspaper health reporters encounter in Nigeria in the discharge of their professional duty. Through in-depth interviews with 13 health reporters in Nigeria, the author discovered that: health and science researchers often refused to talk to health reporters; and that health reporters do not have access to current health data and statistics; no pro...
Emerging Trends in Indigenous Language Media, Communication, Gender, and Health, 2020
This chapterexaminesthe use of indigenouslanguages during antenatal care(ANC) sessions among moth... more This chapterexaminesthe use of indigenouslanguages during antenatal care(ANC) sessions among mothers in Lagos state. Authors investigate factors that influence the use of indigenous languages, the most preferred mode of presentation, and how the languages affect reception, participation, and knowledge of mothers on safe motherhoodpractices.Usingin-depth interviewswithnurses and observations during the ANCsessions,thestudy found that indigenouslanguagesengender participation and are effective in building self-esteem, trust, and confidence of mothers. Songs in the indigenous language, particularly Yoruba language, help mothers retain and recall safe motherhood messages easily. Mothers generally demonstrate their understanding during the question and answersessions, while also serving as agents of information reinforcement among themselves using indigenouslanguages.In view of the occasional need for interpreters, the study recommends that health workers should be encouraged to take cou...
The mass media have become central to how citizens define issues and events that happen around th... more The mass media have become central to how citizens define issues and events that happen around them. We live in a highly mediatised society. In this process, journalism occupies a prime place as the main popular convenor and conveyor of information and images (Cottle, 2006) that nurture the “picture in our heads” (Lippman, 1922), The media are not only capable of affecting us through the information they disseminate, they sometimes determine our worldview in general, therefore, contends that in society, the media are central to our existence and they have, over the years, saturated our lives with barrage of messages. According to this makes the media to have an overwhelming cumulative impact in our everyday life, which defines and dominates our broader cultural relations, experiences, values and understanding of the world. Through frequent reportage of issues, the media have also been identified as a major vehicle through which people understand public issues such as conflict, famin...
The important nature of health in society often makes it a prime subject of coverage in the media... more The important nature of health in society often makes it a prime subject of coverage in the media. Today, one of the major areas of coverage in journalism is health because members of society now rely on the media as a major source of health information. Considering the specialised and technical nature of health reporting, health reporters encounter different challenges such as the nature of the health topic being covered, the personality of the health reporters, the kind of relationships with the health and science researchers and the environment within which health reporting is done. In this study, the author investigates the challenges newspaper health reporters encounter in Nigeria in the discharge of their professional duty. Through in-depth interviews with 13 health reporters in Nigeria, the author discovered that: health and science researchers often refused to talk to health reporters; and that health reporters do not have access to current health data and statistics; no pro...
Undoubtedly, the menace of malaria in Africa is not only worrisome but equally nagging. It is suc... more Undoubtedly, the menace of malaria in Africa is not only worrisome but equally nagging. It is such that seems to have defiled all medical solutions or miracles hence, the need for alternate methods to fight the disease so as to reduce its dangers in the continent. Therefore this book is an attempt to promote the use of communication in form of radio as a means of preventing malaria attacks in various communities of Africa. Radio as a channel of mass media is the only one that can reach the remotest part of any community even without electricity. The book which postulates Information, Education and Communication (IEC) through radio as a major means for preventing malaria attacks in Africa would be useful for health workers and researchers, communication experts, radio producers and a host of other professionals.
Declarations I declare that the thesis represents my own work I declare that any copyright ap... more Declarations I declare that the thesis represents my own work I declare that any copyright approvals for material included in the thesis have been obtained Consents Except during the period of any embargo approved pursuant to a request made in the following section, I agree to this thesis being consulted for research or study purposes, provided that due acknowledgement of its use is made where appropriate I consent to a copy of this thesis being included in the University of Canterbury Library Repository Request for an embargo I request an embargo of this thesis for months (to a maximum of 24) from the date of receipt of the thesis by the Library on the basis that (please tick as appropriate):
The violation of professional ethics among journalists in African societies Nigeria inclusive is ... more The violation of professional ethics among journalists in African societies Nigeria inclusive is not only worrisome over the years; it is equally nagging to such an unwholesome point that, ethical ills have taken multidimensional colorations and media practitioners especially the reporters are accused making certain ethical malpractices part and parcel of journalism practice. Unequivocally, journalism profession the world over has over the years been a veritable mechanism for desirable social change and accelerated development. This is manifested in many countries of the world. However and unfortunately, despite the immense contributions of journalism in the process of social change and national development, the noble profession has for long and most particularly in the recent time been bedeviled by the syndrome of brown envelope (BES) – one of the major ethical ills in African societies. Cases of brown envelope in Nigerian society has been quite phenomenal and seems to have defiled...
This chapter examines the use of indigenous languages during antenatal care (ANC) sessions among ... more This chapter examines the use of indigenous languages during antenatal care (ANC) sessions among mothers in Lagos state. Authors investigate factors that influence the use of indigenous languages, the most preferred mode of presentation, and how the languages affect reception, participation, and knowledge of mothers on safe motherhood practices. Using in-depth interviews with nurses and observations during the ANC sessions, the study found that indigenous languages engender participation and are effective in building self-esteem, trust, and confidence of mothers. Songs in the indigenous language, particularly Yoruba language, help mothers retain and recall safe motherhood messages easily. Mothers generally demonstrate their understanding during the question and answer sessions, while also serving as agents of information reinforcement among themselves using indigenous languages. In view of the occasional need for interpreters, the study recommends that health workers should be encou...
This study examines the characterisation of issues in the 1999 Yoruba-Hausa inter-ethnic conflict... more This study examines the characterisation of issues in the 1999 Yoruba-Hausa inter-ethnic conflict in Sagamu, south-western Nigeria. The occurrence of the1999 Yoruba-Hausa conflict in Sagamu had some historical significance. It was the first inter-ethnic conflict that occurred two months after the enthronement of democracy in Nigeria in 1999. Furthermore, it was the first inter-ethnic conflict between the Yoruba and the Hausa in Sagamu community after many centuries of peaceful co-existence. Therefore, the authors investigate how four major Nigerian national newspapers, National Concord, The Guardian, The Punch and Nigerian Tribune reported and characterised issues during this conflict. The study triangulates between indepth interview and content analysis research methods for data gathering in order to unpack issues embedded in the research questions. Theoretically, the study explicates framing theory given its relationship and appropriateness to the characterisation of issues in the...
This study examined the newspaper coverage of HIV/AIDS, malaria and polio in Nigeria to determine... more This study examined the newspaper coverage of HIV/AIDS, malaria and polio in Nigeria to determine the level of attention Nigerian newspapers have given to these three diseases in their reportage over the years vis-a-vis their high prevalence in the country. The author performed content analysis on four Nigerian national newspapers covering from 2010 to 2013. Findings show that Nigerian newspapers have not given adequate attention to HIV/AIDS, malaria and polio in their health coverage. This, therefore, suggests that this may have contributed to the high prevalence of these diseases in Nigeria. The author, therefore, calls for more newspaper coverage of these diseases by Nigerian newspapers as well other media in order to reduce their prevalence in the Nigerian society. Keywords: HIV/AIDS, malaria, polio, newspaper, health reporting, Nigeria.
This study examines the influence of the global health campaignson the coverage of HIV/AIDS, mala... more This study examines the influence of the global health campaignson the coverage of HIV/AIDS, malaria and polio in Nigeriannewspapers. Newspaper among other mass media, give coverage tohealth issues to create awareness and inform members of the public,which may facilitate good health outcomes. HIV/AIDS, malaria andpolio are three major health problems that are ravaging the socio-economic life of members of Nigerian populace. It is, however, reportedby newspaper health reporters in Nigeria that these health problemsalso dominate health pages in Nigerian newspapers compared to otherhealth issues. The researcher, using survey method, found out fromnewspaper health reporters that the dominance of HIV/AIDS, malariaand polio on the health pages of Nigerian newspapers is due to theglobal health campaigns. The health reporters argue that the burdensof these diseases resulted into the ongoing global health campaignsand have consequently widened their media coverage over the years.This, accord...
Journal of Language and Communication (JLC), Sep 16, 2017
In Nigeria, the northern region accounts for the largest population with 53.4 percent and it is n... more In Nigeria, the northern region accounts for the largest population with 53.4 percent and it is noted for various communicable and non-communicable diseases. The region is also noted for the highest prevalence of HIV/AIDS, malaria and polio- the three global scourges. Statistics further indicate that the north has the highest level of illiteracy in Nigeria. It is, therefore, noteworthy that the region is strategically important as its state of affairs has overbearing effects on the socio-economic and political systems of Nigeria. In view of this, this study investigates the newspaper coverage of health issues in relation to the north with particular emphasis on HIV/AIDS, malaria and polo. The author performed content analysis on four national newspapers in Nigeria from 2010-2013 and found a medium correlation coefficient value of .308 between newspaper coverage of HIV/AIDS, malaria and polio and northern region. This correlation value (r = .308) implies that Nigerian newspapers have given a moderate attention or coverage to northern Nigeria in their health coverage. However, the study concludes that if this region can enjoy more coverage from Nigerian newspapers, this may influence policy makers in the health sector to focus more attention on the north. The paper then recommends that more national newspapers may need to be established in the north because location of newspaper organisations has great influence on the coverage of health issues among Nigerian newspapers
The Indonesian Journal of Communication Studies, 2022
Cartooning in journalism practice is, by nature and as demonstrated in many parts of the world, a... more Cartooning in journalism practice is, by nature and as demonstrated in many parts of the world, an intelligent journalistic endeavour undertaken by cartoonists or cartoon journalists to put those in power to accountability and responsibility. It is a special genre of journalism profession to disseminate information graphically and illustratively to members of the public. Cartoonists strategically use cartoons and their journalistic drawings to portray social evils, corrupt practices, criticise policies and programmes of government, actions of various corporate bodies, religious organisations and individuals’ misdemeanours in a satirical and comic form. In the course of performing these multifarious functions in society, cartoonists have been subjected to an array of challenges or have been made to go through various challenges and consequently thrown into dilemma. Investigating these challenges and how cartoon journalists have been able to cope in their trade and profession define t...
Mass Communicator: International Journal of Communication Studies, 2015
Considering the importance of health in society, mass media over the years, have given attention ... more Considering the importance of health in society, mass media over the years, have given attention to its coverage. The specialised nature of health has made its coverage challenging to health reporters all over the world. Health reporters, especially those who are trained in journalism, mass communication and other social sciences, consider health reporting as technical because they do not possess the required scientific expertise to relate well with health and scientific findings and jargons. This has consistently resulted in conflicts between them and health and science researchers and professionals. Health and science experts often accuse health reporters of inaccurate reporting of health facts, misinterpretation of health findings/statistics and misleading information. This study, therefore, examines the effects of health and science training in health reporting among health reporters in Nigeria. Using in-depth interview method, the study found that lack of health and science training actually affects health reporters who are trained in the humanities and social sciences. The interviewed reporters admitted their inadequacies, which were also confirmed by their colleagues, who are trained in the science. However, health reporters without health and science background seek assistance from their colleagues in interpreting health and scientific jargons; they also consult health experts, engage in extensive research in order to manage the challenge of lack of health and science background. The study, however, concludes that health reporting in general is more effective and productive by journalists who have health and science backgrounds.
This study examines the impact of western films on teenagers as it affects the promotion of cultu... more This study examines the impact of western films on teenagers as it affects the promotion of cultural heritage in African society with particular reference to Nigerian society. Much after the independence across the continent, one of the major preoccupations African leaders had to contend with is the restoration of African cultures in their pristine forms which were arguably polluted or collapsed by the colonial masters during their reign. No doubt, teenagers and youth generally, are vital segment of the society who could be instrumental in promoting African cultures. But unfortunately, the mentality and lifestyle of the teenagers in African societies have been grossly affected by exposure to western films to such an extent that rather than promoting African cultures, they have become hardened acolytes and promoters of western cultures. The study therefore examines this situation with particular reference to Nigeria adopting qualitative research method to scholarly present issues inv...
Emerging Trends in Indigenous Language Media, Communication, Gender, and Health, 2020
This chapter examines the use of indigenous languages during antenatal care (ANC) sessions among ... more This chapter examines the use of indigenous languages during antenatal care (ANC) sessions among mothers in Lagos state. Authors investigate factors that influence the use of indigenous languages, the most preferred mode of presentation, and how the languages affect reception, participation, and knowledge of mothers on safe motherhood practices. Using in-depth interviews with nurses and observations during the ANC sessions, the study found that indigenous languages engender participation and are effective in building self-esteem, trust, and confidence of mothers. Songs in the indigenous language, particularly Yoruba language, help mothers retain and recall safe motherhood messages easily. Mothers generally demonstrate their understanding during the question and answer sessions, while also serving as agents of information reinforcement among themselves using indigenous languages. In view of the occasional need for interpreters, the study recommends that health workers should be encou...
The study examined the perception and practice of Integrated Marketing Communication of selected ... more The study examined the perception and practice of Integrated Marketing Communication of selected marketing communication companies in Nigeria that implement IMC campaigns on behalf of their clients. Using an In Depth Interview design, the study elicited responses from Creative Directors of selected marketing communication agencies on their perception of implementing IMC on behalf of their clients. The study sought to know the level or stage of IMC the agencies implemented for their clients, the benefits that accrued to clients from such campaigns, the barriers faced, effectiveness and measurement of IMC result.The study employed in-depth interview research design to answer the research questions drawn for the study. A combination of purposive and systematic random sampling methods was adopted for the study. Three key findings emanated from the study. One, the study ascertained that the selected Nigerian marketing communication agencies practice IMC at the tactical level coordinating...
The important nature of health in society often makes it a prime subject of coverage in the media... more The important nature of health in society often makes it a prime subject of coverage in the media. Today, one of the major areas of coverage in journalism is health because members of society now rely on the media as a major source of health information. Considering the specialised and technical nature of health reporting, health reporters encounter different challenges such as the nature of the health topic being covered, the personality of the health reporters, the kind of relationships with the health and science researchers and the environment within which health reporting is done. In this study, the author investigates the challenges newspaper health reporters encounter in Nigeria in the discharge of their professional duty. Through in-depth interviews with 13 health reporters in Nigeria, the author discovered that: health and science researchers often refused to talk to health reporters; and that health reporters do not have access to current health data and statistics; no pro...
Emerging Trends in Indigenous Language Media, Communication, Gender, and Health, 2020
This chapterexaminesthe use of indigenouslanguages during antenatal care(ANC) sessions among moth... more This chapterexaminesthe use of indigenouslanguages during antenatal care(ANC) sessions among mothers in Lagos state. Authors investigate factors that influence the use of indigenous languages, the most preferred mode of presentation, and how the languages affect reception, participation, and knowledge of mothers on safe motherhoodpractices.Usingin-depth interviewswithnurses and observations during the ANCsessions,thestudy found that indigenouslanguagesengender participation and are effective in building self-esteem, trust, and confidence of mothers. Songs in the indigenous language, particularly Yoruba language, help mothers retain and recall safe motherhood messages easily. Mothers generally demonstrate their understanding during the question and answersessions, while also serving as agents of information reinforcement among themselves using indigenouslanguages.In view of the occasional need for interpreters, the study recommends that health workers should be encouraged to take cou...
The mass media have become central to how citizens define issues and events that happen around th... more The mass media have become central to how citizens define issues and events that happen around them. We live in a highly mediatised society. In this process, journalism occupies a prime place as the main popular convenor and conveyor of information and images (Cottle, 2006) that nurture the “picture in our heads” (Lippman, 1922), The media are not only capable of affecting us through the information they disseminate, they sometimes determine our worldview in general, therefore, contends that in society, the media are central to our existence and they have, over the years, saturated our lives with barrage of messages. According to this makes the media to have an overwhelming cumulative impact in our everyday life, which defines and dominates our broader cultural relations, experiences, values and understanding of the world. Through frequent reportage of issues, the media have also been identified as a major vehicle through which people understand public issues such as conflict, famin...
The important nature of health in society often makes it a prime subject of coverage in the media... more The important nature of health in society often makes it a prime subject of coverage in the media. Today, one of the major areas of coverage in journalism is health because members of society now rely on the media as a major source of health information. Considering the specialised and technical nature of health reporting, health reporters encounter different challenges such as the nature of the health topic being covered, the personality of the health reporters, the kind of relationships with the health and science researchers and the environment within which health reporting is done. In this study, the author investigates the challenges newspaper health reporters encounter in Nigeria in the discharge of their professional duty. Through in-depth interviews with 13 health reporters in Nigeria, the author discovered that: health and science researchers often refused to talk to health reporters; and that health reporters do not have access to current health data and statistics; no pro...
Undoubtedly, the menace of malaria in Africa is not only worrisome but equally nagging. It is suc... more Undoubtedly, the menace of malaria in Africa is not only worrisome but equally nagging. It is such that seems to have defiled all medical solutions or miracles hence, the need for alternate methods to fight the disease so as to reduce its dangers in the continent. Therefore this book is an attempt to promote the use of communication in form of radio as a means of preventing malaria attacks in various communities of Africa. Radio as a channel of mass media is the only one that can reach the remotest part of any community even without electricity. The book which postulates Information, Education and Communication (IEC) through radio as a major means for preventing malaria attacks in Africa would be useful for health workers and researchers, communication experts, radio producers and a host of other professionals.
Declarations I declare that the thesis represents my own work I declare that any copyright ap... more Declarations I declare that the thesis represents my own work I declare that any copyright approvals for material included in the thesis have been obtained Consents Except during the period of any embargo approved pursuant to a request made in the following section, I agree to this thesis being consulted for research or study purposes, provided that due acknowledgement of its use is made where appropriate I consent to a copy of this thesis being included in the University of Canterbury Library Repository Request for an embargo I request an embargo of this thesis for months (to a maximum of 24) from the date of receipt of the thesis by the Library on the basis that (please tick as appropriate):
The violation of professional ethics among journalists in African societies Nigeria inclusive is ... more The violation of professional ethics among journalists in African societies Nigeria inclusive is not only worrisome over the years; it is equally nagging to such an unwholesome point that, ethical ills have taken multidimensional colorations and media practitioners especially the reporters are accused making certain ethical malpractices part and parcel of journalism practice. Unequivocally, journalism profession the world over has over the years been a veritable mechanism for desirable social change and accelerated development. This is manifested in many countries of the world. However and unfortunately, despite the immense contributions of journalism in the process of social change and national development, the noble profession has for long and most particularly in the recent time been bedeviled by the syndrome of brown envelope (BES) – one of the major ethical ills in African societies. Cases of brown envelope in Nigerian society has been quite phenomenal and seems to have defiled...
This chapter examines the use of indigenous languages during antenatal care (ANC) sessions among ... more This chapter examines the use of indigenous languages during antenatal care (ANC) sessions among mothers in Lagos state. Authors investigate factors that influence the use of indigenous languages, the most preferred mode of presentation, and how the languages affect reception, participation, and knowledge of mothers on safe motherhood practices. Using in-depth interviews with nurses and observations during the ANC sessions, the study found that indigenous languages engender participation and are effective in building self-esteem, trust, and confidence of mothers. Songs in the indigenous language, particularly Yoruba language, help mothers retain and recall safe motherhood messages easily. Mothers generally demonstrate their understanding during the question and answer sessions, while also serving as agents of information reinforcement among themselves using indigenous languages. In view of the occasional need for interpreters, the study recommends that health workers should be encou...
This study examines the characterisation of issues in the 1999 Yoruba-Hausa inter-ethnic conflict... more This study examines the characterisation of issues in the 1999 Yoruba-Hausa inter-ethnic conflict in Sagamu, south-western Nigeria. The occurrence of the1999 Yoruba-Hausa conflict in Sagamu had some historical significance. It was the first inter-ethnic conflict that occurred two months after the enthronement of democracy in Nigeria in 1999. Furthermore, it was the first inter-ethnic conflict between the Yoruba and the Hausa in Sagamu community after many centuries of peaceful co-existence. Therefore, the authors investigate how four major Nigerian national newspapers, National Concord, The Guardian, The Punch and Nigerian Tribune reported and characterised issues during this conflict. The study triangulates between indepth interview and content analysis research methods for data gathering in order to unpack issues embedded in the research questions. Theoretically, the study explicates framing theory given its relationship and appropriateness to the characterisation of issues in the...
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