Media and Communication Systems for Sustainability in Nigeria
Cham: Palgrave Macmillan (2025), xxix, 541 pp.
Contains many tables, figures, index
Series: Literature, Cultural and Media Studies
ISBN 978-3-031-75221-6 (pdf); 978-3-031-75220-9 (print)
"The aim of this book is to advance a research agenda on the potential role of media in promoting the UN Sustainable Development Goals in Nigeria. It provides a theoretical and empirical framework for explicating the potential place of media structures and institutions in tackling issues affecting sustainable development in Nigeria. The sub-themes covered include media and educational development in Nigeria, media and sustainable health in Nigeria, media and issues of insecurity in Nigeria, media and economic development in Nigeria, media and agriculture development in Nigeria, and media and environmental issues in Nigeria." (Preface)
1 Achieving Sustainability in Nigeria: An Interplay of Media and Communication Systems / Nelson Okorie, Oluyinka Osunkunle, Kehinde Oyesomi, 1
2 The Role of the Media in Humanising Poverty Through Ethical Storytelling in Nigeria / Ngozi Okpara, 11
3 Development Partners’ Communication Strategies for Sustainable Health Development and Poverty Reduction Initiatives / Kelechi Belinda Udeogu, 37
4 Media Roles and Effective Communication for Food Security in Nigeria / Etumnu Emeka Williams, Ndukwu Mishack, 79
5 SDG 13: A Content Analysis of the WAEC & SSCE Curriculum / Joseph B. Ayantade, Olayinka Susan Ogundoyin, Daniel Ikesinachi Nwogwugwu, 103
6 Using Social Media for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Education in Nigeria / Sunday Goodness John, 123
7 Strategies to Instil Environmental Consciousness and Commitment in Future Generations / Adeola Sidikat Oyeleke, Ifeanyi Ebenezer Onyike, 145
8 Effectiveness of Environmental Education and Awareness Campaigns in Fostering Commitment and Behavioural Change Among Nigerians / Ifeanyi Ebenezer Onyike, 161
9 Climate Change, Content Framing and its Implication for Sustainability in Nigeria / David Opeyemi Ogundele, Oluwaseyi Adewunmi Sodeinde, 183
10 Demystifying the Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Digital Communication Strategy of Nigeria’s E-commerce Industry / Anne Odoh, 209
11 Film, Social Media Violence, Governance, and Insecurity in Nigeria / Chiemela Ogbonna, 233
12 Evaluation of the Nigerian Media’s Development Communication Agenda in the Post-covid Era / O. P. Olanrewaju Ajakaiye, Rachael Ojeka-John, Oluwakemi E. Akerele-Popoola, Jubilee T. Apalowo, 249
13 COVID-19 Vaccine Infodemic among Rural Dwellers: Implications for Sustainable Health in Post-COVID-Era / Rachael Ojeka-John, Bernice O. Sanusi, Ajakaiye O. P. Olanrewaju, Agwu Agwu Ejem, Jubilee T. Apalowo, Oluwakemi E. Akerele-Popoola, 271
14 Mass Media and the Promotion of Sustainable Health in Nigeria: The COVID-19 Experience / Adenike Omotayo Okeya-Olayinka, 289
15 Communication Effectiveness of Media Health Advisory Messages for the Vulnerable in Managing Risks Associated with Disease Outbreak / Ifeyinwa V. Awagu, 303
16 Information Sources and Family Planning Messages Among Women of Childbearing Age in Lagos, Nigeria / Olujoke F. Asekere, Olatunji Rotimi Williams, 321
17 The Marrakesh Treaty and the State of Engagement Towards Inclusive Publishing in Nigeria / Samuel Okere, Oluwafemi T. Olomojobi, Samuel A. Akinmusuyi, Margaret Solo-Anaeto, 339
18 Portrayals of Violent Attacks in Nigeria Represented in Selected Nollywood Films / Adanma Vivian Obiora, Anthony Ogbonna Uche, 365
19 Media Framing and Public Opinion on Chinese-Funded Transportation Infrastructure in Nigeria and Kenya: A Comparative Study / Charity A. Ben-Enukora, John-Bell S. Okoye, Babatunde K. Adeyeye, 379
20 Broadband Penetration, Information-Seeking Behaviour and Streaming Technologies Adoption Patterns Among Online Viewers in Nigeria / Ifeoluwa O. Atakiti, Taiwo A. Ogunwemimo, Oluwafisayo O. Ogunwemimo, 409
21 #NotTooYoungToRun: Nigerian youth are incapable of winning elections / Nwachukwu Andrew Egbunike, 429
22 E-Learning Practices of Journalism Education in Nigerian Higher Education Institutions: Conceptual Context and Challenges / Eric Msughter Aondover, Ifedolapo Ademosu, 451
23 Online Teaching and Sustainable Learning Experiences for Undergraduates: Imperatives for the Post-COVID-19 Era / Cornelius Segun Ojo, Matthew Kolawole Oni, 465
24 Public Engagement in Social Media Advocacy and Citizen Journalism Practice in Nigeria / Omolayo Jegede, Chidinma Obi, 477
25 Digital Social Capital, Occupational Migration and the ‘Japa Syndrome’ in Nigeria: Impediments to Sustainability in the Health Sector / Tolu Olagunju, 497
26 Perceptions of Advertising Professionals of ARCON’s Ban on the Use of Foreign Elements in Nigerian Advertisements: Implications for Sustainable Development / Mofoluke Ibidunni Akoja, Oloruntosin Omotoyosi Odu, 515
2 The Role of the Media in Humanising Poverty Through Ethical Storytelling in Nigeria / Ngozi Okpara, 11
3 Development Partners’ Communication Strategies for Sustainable Health Development and Poverty Reduction Initiatives / Kelechi Belinda Udeogu, 37
4 Media Roles and Effective Communication for Food Security in Nigeria / Etumnu Emeka Williams, Ndukwu Mishack, 79
5 SDG 13: A Content Analysis of the WAEC & SSCE Curriculum / Joseph B. Ayantade, Olayinka Susan Ogundoyin, Daniel Ikesinachi Nwogwugwu, 103
6 Using Social Media for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Education in Nigeria / Sunday Goodness John, 123
7 Strategies to Instil Environmental Consciousness and Commitment in Future Generations / Adeola Sidikat Oyeleke, Ifeanyi Ebenezer Onyike, 145
8 Effectiveness of Environmental Education and Awareness Campaigns in Fostering Commitment and Behavioural Change Among Nigerians / Ifeanyi Ebenezer Onyike, 161
9 Climate Change, Content Framing and its Implication for Sustainability in Nigeria / David Opeyemi Ogundele, Oluwaseyi Adewunmi Sodeinde, 183
10 Demystifying the Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Digital Communication Strategy of Nigeria’s E-commerce Industry / Anne Odoh, 209
11 Film, Social Media Violence, Governance, and Insecurity in Nigeria / Chiemela Ogbonna, 233
12 Evaluation of the Nigerian Media’s Development Communication Agenda in the Post-covid Era / O. P. Olanrewaju Ajakaiye, Rachael Ojeka-John, Oluwakemi E. Akerele-Popoola, Jubilee T. Apalowo, 249
13 COVID-19 Vaccine Infodemic among Rural Dwellers: Implications for Sustainable Health in Post-COVID-Era / Rachael Ojeka-John, Bernice O. Sanusi, Ajakaiye O. P. Olanrewaju, Agwu Agwu Ejem, Jubilee T. Apalowo, Oluwakemi E. Akerele-Popoola, 271
14 Mass Media and the Promotion of Sustainable Health in Nigeria: The COVID-19 Experience / Adenike Omotayo Okeya-Olayinka, 289
15 Communication Effectiveness of Media Health Advisory Messages for the Vulnerable in Managing Risks Associated with Disease Outbreak / Ifeyinwa V. Awagu, 303
16 Information Sources and Family Planning Messages Among Women of Childbearing Age in Lagos, Nigeria / Olujoke F. Asekere, Olatunji Rotimi Williams, 321
17 The Marrakesh Treaty and the State of Engagement Towards Inclusive Publishing in Nigeria / Samuel Okere, Oluwafemi T. Olomojobi, Samuel A. Akinmusuyi, Margaret Solo-Anaeto, 339
18 Portrayals of Violent Attacks in Nigeria Represented in Selected Nollywood Films / Adanma Vivian Obiora, Anthony Ogbonna Uche, 365
19 Media Framing and Public Opinion on Chinese-Funded Transportation Infrastructure in Nigeria and Kenya: A Comparative Study / Charity A. Ben-Enukora, John-Bell S. Okoye, Babatunde K. Adeyeye, 379
20 Broadband Penetration, Information-Seeking Behaviour and Streaming Technologies Adoption Patterns Among Online Viewers in Nigeria / Ifeoluwa O. Atakiti, Taiwo A. Ogunwemimo, Oluwafisayo O. Ogunwemimo, 409
21 #NotTooYoungToRun: Nigerian youth are incapable of winning elections / Nwachukwu Andrew Egbunike, 429
22 E-Learning Practices of Journalism Education in Nigerian Higher Education Institutions: Conceptual Context and Challenges / Eric Msughter Aondover, Ifedolapo Ademosu, 451
23 Online Teaching and Sustainable Learning Experiences for Undergraduates: Imperatives for the Post-COVID-19 Era / Cornelius Segun Ojo, Matthew Kolawole Oni, 465
24 Public Engagement in Social Media Advocacy and Citizen Journalism Practice in Nigeria / Omolayo Jegede, Chidinma Obi, 477
25 Digital Social Capital, Occupational Migration and the ‘Japa Syndrome’ in Nigeria: Impediments to Sustainability in the Health Sector / Tolu Olagunju, 497
26 Perceptions of Advertising Professionals of ARCON’s Ban on the Use of Foreign Elements in Nigerian Advertisements: Implications for Sustainable Development / Mofoluke Ibidunni Akoja, Oloruntosin Omotoyosi Odu, 515
