Abstract: This study critically evaluates the essential role of the press in promoting and sustaining democracy in Nigeria, with a focus on public perception and press performance. The research adopts a mixed-method approach, combining a detailed literature review and empirical field data collected via structured questionnaires and interviews from 80 respondents, including lecturers, lawyers, politicians, … Read more
ABSTRACT: Allegations have emerged in various circles suggesting that state governments often utilise their broadcast media as instruments of propaganda. This study investigates such claims, focusing on the Enugu State Broadcasting Service (ESBS) radio and television as a case in point. The research is grounded in Stuart Hall’s critical theory, which explores how dominant societal … Read more
Abstract: This study investigates the e-readiness of higher institutions with a focus on the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Benin Centre. E-readiness, encompassing the preparedness of institutions to integrate Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into their educational systems, is critical for academic development, global competitiveness, and socio-economic growth. Leveraging qualitative and quantitative methods, the … Read more
Abstract: This study explores the critical role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in detecting and preventing fraud within the Nigerian banking sector, with a focus on selected banks in Anambra State. Employing inferential statistical analysis, the research provides a generalized conclusion on the impact of ICT on fraud management. The study utilized a questionnaire … Read more
ABSTRACT: This study examines the evolving trends in the use of human models within the Nigerian advertising industry, focusing on their effectiveness and ethical implications. Advertising, as a vital tool for influencing consumer behavior, increasingly employs models to create engaging and persuasive marketing messages. This research employs a mixed-methods approach, including surveys and interviews with … Read more
Abstract: This study explores the concept of a web-driven information system for Nigerian museums, focusing on the creation of digital museums to enhance accessibility and preserve cultural heritage. While physical museums remain critical repositories of history and culture, they face limitations in accessibility, space, and time constraints for visitors. Digital museums, which emerged in the … Read more
CHAPTER ONE The banking industry has made significant advancements in adopting information technology (IT) for managing information and enhancing customer service delivery. Although IT is a subset of information management, it serves as a vital tool for its implementation. According to Akuwudike and Ugwu (2002), information technology involves the collection, recording, storage, processing, and communication … Read more
ABSTRACT: This study evaluates the role of mass media in the fight against corruption in Nigeria, focusing on their contribution to the dissemination of anti-corruption efforts led by bodies such as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). Corruption has long plagued Nigeria’s socio-political … Read more