Media and Communication in Nigeria

Media and Communication in Nigeria
Author: Bruce Mutsvairo
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2021-12-31
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1000511804

Communication is changing rapidly around the world, particularly in Africa, where citizens are embracing digital technologies not only to improve not only interpersonal communication but also the state of their financial well-being. This book investigates these transformations in Nigeria’s booming communication industry. The book traces communications in Nigeria back to pre-colonial indigenous communications, through the development of telecommunication, broadcasting networks, the press, the Nigerian film industry (‘Nollywood’) and on to the digital era. At a time when Western voices still dominate the academic literature on communication in Africa, this book is noteworthy in drawing almost exclusively on the expertise of Nigerian-based authors, critiquing the discipline from their own lens and providing an important contribution to the decolonisation of communication studies. The authors provide a holistic analysis of the sector, encompassing print journalism, broadcast journalism, public relations, advertising, film, development communication, organisational communication and strategic communication. Analysis of the role of digital technologies is woven throughout the book, concluding with a final section theorising the future of communication studies in Nigeria in the light of the digital media revolution. Robust in its theoretical and methodological underpinnings, this book will be an important reference for researchers of media and communication studies, and those working on Africa specifically.

Mass Media and Society in Nigeria

Mass Media and Society in Nigeria
Author: Lai Oso
Publisher: African Books Collective
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2012-05-30
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9788422756

This collection of essays originates from discussions at various fora about the need for Nigerian media scholars to analyse the country's media industry and practice. Some of the areas covered are: Socio-historical context of the development of Nigerian media; A critical analysis of state press relations in Nigeria, 1999-2005; Journalism ethics in Nigeria; and Newspapers' cartoons portrayal of human rights abuses in periods of economic deregulation in Nigeria.

Perspectives on ICT4D and Socio-Economic Growth Opportunities in Developing Countries

Perspectives on ICT4D and Socio-Economic Growth Opportunities in Developing Countries
Author: Ndayizigamiye, Patrick
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 507
Release: 2020-10-09
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1799829855

Technology has been hailed as one of the catalysts toward economic and human development. In the current economic era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, information acquisition, transformation, and dissemination processes are posed to be the key enablers of development. However, in the context of developing countries, there is a need for more evidence on the impact that ICT has on addressing developmental issues. Such evidence is needed to make a case for investments in ICT-led interventions to improve people’s lives in developing countries. Perspectives on ICT4D and Socio-Economic Growth Opportunities in Developing Countries is a collection of innovative research on current trends that portray the ICT and development nexus (ICT4D) from economic and human development perspectives within developing countries. While highlighting topics including mobile money, poverty alleviation, and consumer behavior, this book is ideally designed for economists, government officials, policymakers, ICT specialists, business professionals, researchers, academicians, students, and entrepreneurs.

Exploring Journalism Practice and Perception in Developing Countries

Exploring Journalism Practice and Perception in Developing Countries
Author: Salawu, Abiodun
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 358
Release: 2017-08-11
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 152253377X

Media outlets play a pivotal role in fostering the positive and beneficial development of countries in modern society. By properly informing citizens of critical national concerns, the media can help to transform society and promote active participation. Exploring Journalism Practice and Perception in Developing Countries is a crucial reference source for the latest scholarly material on the impacts of development journalism on contemporary nations and the media’s responsibility to inform citizens of government and non-government activities. Highlighting a range of pertinent topics such as media regulation, freedom of expression, and new media technology, this book is ideally designed for researchers, academics, professionals, policy makers, and students interested in the role of journalist endeavors in developing nations.

Impacts of the Media on African Socio-Economic Development

Impacts of the Media on African Socio-Economic Development
Author: Nelson, Okorie
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 349
Release: 2016-11-23
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1522518606

Technology and media are now integrated in various facets of society, including social and economic development. This has allowed for new and innovative methods for aiding in development initiatives. Impacts of the Media on African Socio-Economic Development is an essential research publication for the latest scholarly information on societal and economical dimensions of development and the application of media to advance progress. Featuring extensive coverage on many topics including gender empowerment, international business, and health promotion, this book is ideally designed for government officials, academics, professionals, and students seeking current research on social realities and achieving further development in emerging economies.

Mass Media, People, and Politics in Nigeria

Mass Media, People, and Politics in Nigeria
Author: Luke Uka Uche
Publisher: Concept Publishing Company
Total Pages: 292
Release: 1989
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9788170222323

This Study Brings To The Fore The Precarious Predicament Of The Mass Media Of A Country Whose Political Culture Is Characterised By Divergent And Powerful Interest Groups With Insatiable Political And Economic Demands On The Larger Political Entity. It Demonstrates How Nigeria`S Development As A Nation State Has Similarily Influenced The Way And Manner Of The Organisation, Administration And Contents Of Her Mass Media Systems.

Signal and Noise

Signal and Noise
Author: Brian Larkin
Publisher: Duke University Press
Total Pages: 332
Release: 2008-03-31
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780822341086

DIVExamines the role of media technologies in shaping urban Africa through an ethnographic study of popular culture in northern Nigeria./div

African Language Digital Media and Communication

African Language Digital Media and Communication
Author: Abiodun Salawu
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 364
Release: 2018-10-03
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1351120409

While some academic attention has been paid to the impact of new digital technologies on African media in the colonial languages of English, French and Portuguese, there is a dearth of research into African language digital communication. This book analyses the online presence of African language media. The chapters in the book focus on the speed, structure, content, navigation and interactivity, operations and performance, and audience of the online media. They also pay particular attention to how social media such as Facebook, Twitter and WhatsApp have been appropriated by African language media. Using a wide range of case studies, the contributors assess the challenges of adopting digital technologies by the media, and how the technologies have impacted journalistic practice and media operations. Examining the ability of the African language press to adopt new technologies, this book will be of interest to scholars of media, journalism, communication, social media and culture in Africa.

Journalism and Ethics

Journalism and Ethics
Author: Information Resources Management Association
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2019
Genre: Electronic books
ISBN: 9781787855946

Journalism and Ethics: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice examines the impacts of journalism on society and the media's responsibility to accurately inform citizens of government and non-government activities in an ethical manner.

Nigerian Media Industries in the Era of Globalization

Nigerian Media Industries in the Era of Globalization
Author: Unwana Samuel Akpan
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 367
Release: 2023-01-09
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1666922862

In Nigerian Media Industries in the Era of Globalization, editor Unwana Samuel Akpan provides a timely collection of relevant, key, and well-informed contributions on the Nigerian media industries in a changing media landscape. This collection assembles both media professionals and professors of media practice and theory to address how the Nigerian media industry has changed in a globalized world. The chapters apply scholarship, research, and industry experience to modern media narratives as well as a blend of Nigerian cultural concepts and idioms of communication. The contributors provide a historicized account of the Nigerian indigenous media systems and Nigerian mainstream media industry; examine media law in Nigeria and media ownership in Nigeria; express concerns over fake news in relation to elections; explore changes in journalism, broadcasting, health communication, organizational communication, AI in countering terrorism, sports media; and draw conclusions on how the media has changed in digital spaces. This book is essential for media scholars and media professionals who are interested in the growth and survival of the Nigerian media in the era of globalization.