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Analysis of Linguistic, Rhetorical and Visual Devices in Covid-19 Pandemic on Facebook Post
No full textThis study analyses linguistic, rhetorical, and visual devices employed in selected Facebook posts related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The study addresses a significant gap in understanding how these posts utilise lexico-semantic, syntactic, rhetorical, and visual strategies to convey information and engage audiences during a global health crisis. The aim is to investigate the stylistic features of COVID-19 Facebook posts, focusing on lexical choices, syntactic structures, rhetorical appeals, and visual elements. The study employs qualitative content analysis as its primary method, drawing on linguistic theories by Leech and Short alongside Van Leeuwen\u27s grammar of visual design to frame the analysis. Findings from the analysis reveal a range of stylistic devices within COVID-19 Facebook posts. Lexico-semantic devices are examined; the use of specific nouns, verbs, adjectives, and abbreviations, as well as cohesion, collocation, connotation, deixis, direct address, and semantic field. Syntactic stylistic devices encompass various sentence types (declarative, interrogative, imperative), clause types (main, subordinate), and phrase types (noun, gerund, verb, preposition, adjective, adverb), along with syntactic devices such as anaphora, coordination, ellipsis, and modulation. Rhetorical devices identified include direct statements, religious appeals, and question-answer formats. Visual stylistic devices encompass iconic (logo, symbols, characters), symbolic (images, colour), and indexical visuals (images). This study contributes to a deeper understanding of how stylistic features are utilised in social media discourse during times of crisis, shedding light on the complex interplay between linguistic, rhetorical, and visual elements in COVID-19-related communications on Facebook
(Mis)Representation of Domestic Violence Against Women in Nigerian Newspaper Reportage
No full textThis study assesses the way and manner in which domestic violence against women is being captured and represented in Nigerian Newspaper reports. It focuses on Daily Trust and Tribune newspapers. It investigates the reality, frequency, prominence, and framing of gender violence reports in the media. The research covers a time frame between July and December 2022. The study employs content analysis of newspaper reports to assess how these reports present cases of domestic violence against women, the reality of the report, the sources of news, and the extent of investigative reporting. Findings reveal that domestic violence reporting is often limited, with news reports buried in less prominent sections. Sensationalism and cultural biases also influence reporting patterns, affecting public awareness and policy responses. The study highlights the need for Nigerian newspapers to adopt a more realistic and comprehensive approach to reporting domestic violence to help enhance societal awareness and advocacy efforts
Native-Centric Ecological Model and Decolonizing Agriculture in Nigeria
No full textHow will sustainable farming seek to fulfil present-day food security while conserving environmental resources? Finding equilibrium in food security is challenged by eco-individualism. Using the philosophical method of analysis, this study finds that eco-individualism characterizes the moral dominance of other members of the earth. The study recommends the implementation of the Native-Centric Ecological Model (NCEM), a decolonization practice aimed at restraining eco-individualism. The NCEM is an idea rooted in agroecology that involves integrating native ecological knowledge, social practices, and community engagement in rice farming to enhance biodiversity and environmental sustainability. It will also help improve food security and enhance sustainable rice farming in Nigeria. The study concludes that improving farmers\u27 well-being, increasing community commitment to ecological practices, and supporting biodiversity conservation will promote the well-being of the earth, aimed at restraining eco individualism
Social Media Platforms as Basic Tools for Voter Mobilisation in Nigeria\u27s 2023 Presidential Election
No full textThe digital revolution has transformed political communication across Africa, with social media emerging as a powerful force in electoral processes. Social media platforms have been very instrumental in providing succour to election awareness. This study examines how social media platforms influenced voter mobilisation during Nigeria\u27s 2023 presidential election in Benue State. Using a survey design, data were collected from 388 respondents across three senatorial zones. The study adapts Agenda-Setting Theory and Technological Determinism Theory as its theoretical framework. Findings reveal Facebook and Twitter (now X) as the most utilised platforms for political engagement. While these tools increased voter awareness and participation, they showed minimal impact on altering voter preferences. Challenges included misinformation, network instability, and harassment of users. The study recommends expanding platform diversity, improving digital infrastructure, and implementing policies to curb electoral misinformation
Barriers to Enrolment into Health Insurance Schemes in Nigeria: the case of Niger State Contributory Health Insurance Scheme
No full textNiger State government has keyed into the health insurance program of the federal government since 2019, with the establishment of the Niger State Health Insurance Scheme. Although the scheme has beautiful mission for the formal and the informal sector workers as well as the students in tertiary institutions and the vulnerable groups, it is yet to enjoy reasonable patronage. Studies on barriers to enrolment into health insurance were mostly conducted in matured health insurance settings, where barriers to enrolment do with operational concerns. It is not clear whether operational concerns may affect enrolment in Niger State where the health insurance scheme is at the take-off stage. Using qualitative research design to explore the enrolment barriers, this study has drawn a sample of 22 respondents across the major tribes, religions, enrolment category and senatorial zones of the state. Four enrolment officers were also part of the respondents. An in-depth interview was conducted on the respondent and the results were analysed in themes. The findings of the study showed that lack of trust in anything government is the major barrier to enrolment among the public sector workers due to their prior experiences of failed schemes run by government. However, inadequate sensitization about the requirements, procedures for enrolment, cost and benefits of the scheme were the barriers to enrolment among the informal and the private sector workers. The enrolment of the vulnerable groups is undermined by the lack of social register from where the list of the qualified people would be extracted. In addition, the lack of National Identification Number, which is the pre-requisite for enrolment, deters enrolment of the vulnerable groups. The problem of insecurity in the state also affects outreach and enrolment. Necessary suggestions are given to the government
Globalization, Migration, and Economic Growth in Nigeria
No full textThe study aimed to empirically examine the effect of globalization and migration on Nigeria\u27s economic growth. The study covered the period 33 years (1990 – 2022). The variables used in the study are foreign direct investment, trade openness, foreign exchange rate, remittances, and gross domestic product. The ARDL (autoregressive distributed lag) model was employed for the study and a long-run relationship was established. Findings revealed that remittance had a significantly positive effect on Nigeria\u27s economic growth in the long run. The finding of the error correction mechanism revealed a speed of adjustment to equilibrium of 31.1%. The study suggested that the government, as a key player, should take immediate action to formulate policies that bolster and optimize the advantages of remittance inflows. This is crucial as remittances have been found to positively and significantly affect economic growth in the short and long run. These measures may encompass reducing transaction expenses, improving financial literacy among recipients, and encouraging investments to amplify the developmental effects of remittances
Digital Economy, Institutional Quality and Inclusive Growth in Selected African Countries
No full textThis study investigates how institutional quality and the digital economy influence inclusive growth in a selected African nation between 2000 and 2022. The study uses the dynamic system Generalized Method of Moments (SGMM) to capture the dynamic aspect of inclusive growth while also accounting for any endogeneity difficulties. The research divides the nations into three income brackets: lower income (LI), upper middle income (UMI), and lower middle income (LMI). This allows for better understanding of the implications of the digital economy and institutional quality in various economic situations. The Digital Economy Index (DEI), the Institutional Quality Index (InsQ), Gross Capital Formation (GCF), Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), and Official Development Assistance (ODA) were among the key variables examined. Additional approaches for verifying the model\u27s validity and durability included panel unit root tests, cointegration tests, and diagnostic tests such as the Arellano-Bond and Hansen test. The findings revealed that institutional quality and the digital economy both make important contributions to inclusive growth, with the advantages being greater in higher-income countries. However, the effect of the digital economy varies, with Upper Middle-Income (UMI) countries experiencing the greatest significances. Furthermore, institutional quality is critical for driving growth, particularly in UMI countries. The study concludes that enhancing institutional quality and digital infrastructure is critical to promoting inclusive growth in Africa. Digital infrastructure expenditures are critical for LI countries. While UMI nations should concentrate on fostering creative settings, LMI countries should prioritize institutional improvements. These guidelines are vital for promoting equitable, long-term economic growth that transcends social class
Macroeconomic Determinants of Poverty in Nigeria: Econometric Assessment of Selected Variables
No full textNigeria is a nation of contradictions; it is a rich nation with poor people and there is widespread poverty amidst plenty. This study examined the relationship of selected macroeconomic variables (inequality, unemployment, inflation and fertility rate) with poverty in Nigeria for the period 1991 to 2022. It made use of Autoregressive Distributed Lag regression method and Granger causality test. The result shows that fertility as well as lagged values of inflation and unemployment are significantly related to poverty but inequality does not. In addition, out of these variables, it is only unemployment that Granger causes poverty and the relationship is weak. Consequently, it was concluded that fertility has significant impact on poverty in Nigeria; unemployment and inflation have delayed but significant impact on poverty, and poverty has significant impact on both fertility and unemployment. Inequality has no significant relationship with poverty. In line with the findings, it was recommended that poverty reduction strategies that emphasizes fertility education, labour intensive investment strategies and entrepreneurship development should be prioritized by relevant development actors such as the government and Civil Society Organisations
Determinants of Islamic Crowdfunding Adoption in Nigeria: Exploring Factors Influencing Acceptance and Usage
No full textThe study attempts to examine the major factors that affect investors’ intention to use Islamic crowdfunding models in Nigeria. The study is premised on the quantitative method to draw the statistical inference on crowdfunding for MSMEs. The population of the study is Two Thousand Three Hundred and Forty-One (2341), members of the Niger Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NCCIMA). 289 questionnaires were retrieved from respondents representing 85% of the 342-sample size of the study. The study uses multiple regression on study variables - Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, Perceived Risk, and Subjective Norm. The findings revealed that perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, and the subjective norm have a significant effect on investors’ Intention to Use Islamic Crowdfunding Model in Nigeria; while perceived risk has no significant effect on investors’ Intention to Use Islamic Crowdfunding Model in Nigeria. The study therefore recommends that investors should create awareness and invest in incubating new start-ups using the Islamic Crowdfunding models, also government should facilitate the establishment of appropriate platforms and regulations to ease participation in the Islamic Crowdfunding model in Nigeria
Firm Age and Environmental Disclosure of Listed Oil and Gas Marketing Companies in Nigeria: Global Reporting Initiative 11 Perspective
No full textThis study examines the significance of Firm Age on Environmental Disclosure of listed Oil and Gas Marketing Companies in Nigeria. The study used a longitudinal data obtained from 10 oil and gas marketing companies listed on the Nigeria Exchange Group for a period of 10 years ranging from 2011 and 2020. The study employed content analysis by extracting environmental disclosure data as specified by the Global Reporting Initiative 11 of 2021 and applied Panel Regression techniques. The findings of the study reveals that no significant relationship exist between firm age and environmental disclosures of listed oil and gas marketing companies with a p-value of 0.087. The paper recommends that listed oil and gas marketing companies should continue to undertake its operations and gather more experience in relation to the compliance with the disclosure framework as it is expected that in the long run, the compliance with the Global Reporting Initiative on environmental reporting even though is still optional, but will culminate into further benefits to the listed oil and gas marketing companies