Democratisation process and governance crisis in contemporary Nigeria: A re-examination

Omoleke, Ishaq Isola; Olaiya, Taiwo A.

doi:10.5897/ajpsir2014.0702

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“…By this, certain acts of electioneering brigandage are either unreported or under-reported. Arguably therefore, the media has been functional, perhaps strengthened, through the transitions from one administration to another since the return to the present democratic dispensation in 1999 (Omoleke & Olaiya, 2015). In sum, the efforts of the media have helped to deepen the democratic values and consolidate the democratization project in Nigeria.…”

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A Theoretic Perspective on Critical Communications, Mass Media and Effectual Democracy in Nigeria

Ogundiwin¹,

Nwachukwu²,

Babajide³

2020

ASS

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In contemporary times, democracy has become the political buzzword and, indeed, the basic acceptable form of government with the emergence of liberalism which links democracy with freedom, consent, and political and legal equality. The mass media – which include newspapers, radio and television – play a prominent role in governance and democratic sustainability of any state. In fact, it is a truism that the media serve as the watchdog of governmental activities, ensuring that quality information with which the governed can hold their leaders accountable is made available. The mass media were actively involved in the struggles against colonialism and military rule, as well as the eventual restoration of democratic government in Nigeria. However, in Nigeria, the mass media are fast becoming a pawn in the hands of the government and party in power in particular, and are found in conspiracy with the political elite class in general. This article takes on the contributions of the mass media to effectual democracy in Nigeria. Using agenda setting theoretical framework, it x-rays the effectiveness and shortcomings of the media in delivering on its mandate as the fourth estate of the realm towards ensuring that democratic practices in Nigeria produce the intended result of promoting good and inclusive governance. The paper adopts qualitative research design with data drawn from secondary sources only. It equally uses descriptive and content data analysis. It is found that the mass media have indeed been the middlemen in entrenching democracy in Nigeria but these efforts are being undermined by pecuniary, ownership, political and structural-institutional influences. It is concluded that while the mass media strive to ensure the general inclusion of the populace in the process of governing which fulfills a core democratic tenet, they can do more to overcome the challenges. Among other things, this paper recommends that the government should be deliberate in guaranteeing the freedom of the press to allow for free transmission of information between the government and the people without fear or favour, and likewise, the press should be professional, objective, critical and independent in their reportage, embracing the virtue of investigative journalism.

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A Theoretic Perspective on Critical Communications, Mass Media and Effectual Democracy in Nigeria

Ogundiwin¹,

Nwachukwu²,

Babajide³

2020

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“…Democracy in Nigeria has not provided its dividends to the people envisioned. Democracy has failed to bring good governance in Nigeria (Omoleke & Olaiya, 2015). The election period is characterized by rigging, thuggery, violence, and money politics.…”

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Youth Perception on the Importance of Voting During Elections in Nigeria

2021

NMMC

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Voting apathy among Nigerian youth had been a significant issue in Nigeria's fledgling democracy. Does that mean that elections do not seem to be important among the youth? Thus, this study evaluates youth perception of voting's importance during elections during the 2018 Ekiti gubernatorial elections. The study sampled the opinion of 1369 youth from 18 to 35 years across the three senatorial districts of the state. Findings show that an overwhelming majority (78.1%) of the respondents see the 2018 Ekiti governorship election as important. This shows that the youth are very interested in the coming Election as 69.7% agreed they would vote during the 2018 Ekiti governorship election. The youths (83.3%) know that their vote matters, even as they agreed (74.8%) voting in Election is vital to Democracy. Therefore, the level of voting signals youth's role in the democratic process can never be overemphasized. Therefore, it is recommended that youths not stop at voting but also contest for elective positions and be active in the democratic process during and after elections.

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Comparing the “New” and the “Old” Regimes of Legislative-Executive Relations and Its Implications in Governance: Evidence from Osun State

Adeyeni

Shiyanbade

Ogunbela

2023

Advances in African Economic, Social and Political Development

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Democratisation process and governance crisis in contemporary Nigeria: A re-examination

Cited by 4 publications

References 3 publications

A Theoretic Perspective on Critical Communications, Mass Media and Effectual Democracy in Nigeria

A Theoretic Perspective on Critical Communications, Mass Media and Effectual Democracy in Nigeria

Youth Perception on the Importance of Voting During Elections in Nigeria

Comparing the “New” and the “Old” Regimes of Legislative-Executive Relations and Its Implications in Governance: Evidence from Osun State

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