“When One Finger Picks Oil, It Reaches Others”: An Examination of Nigerian Journalists’ Perspective on Motivations for Online Harassment

Uwalaka, Temple; Amadi, A. Fred

doi:10.1080/23743670.2024.2349097

African Journalism Studies

2023

DOI: 10.1080/23743670.2024.2349097

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“When One Finger Picks Oil, It Reaches Others”: An Examination of Nigerian Journalists’ Perspective on Motivations for Online Harassment

Temple Uwalaka,

A. Fred Amadi

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News Censorship and the Practice of Citizen Journalism

Abdulmumi,

Joseph

2024

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This study delves into the relationship between news censorship and citizen journalism within the contemporary media landscape. It scrutinizes how news censorship, encompassing government intervention and self-censorship by media entities, impacts transparency and freedom of expression. In response to these constraints, citizen journalism emerges as a vital alternative platform for information dissemination, especially in authoritarian contexts. However, citizen journalism encounters hurdles such as the absence of formal training and the inherent risks associated with independent reporting. Nonetheless, despite these challenges, citizen journalism serves as a potent counterforce to censorship, empowering individuals to share suppressed information and shape public discourse. Through comprehensive analysis, the study underscores the pivotal role of citizen journalism in circumventing censorship and offering diverse perspectives. Yet, it also brings to light the imperative need for enhanced training and support mechanisms to bolster the quality and credibility of citizen journalism. Ultimately, the study concludes that safeguarding freedom of expression and fostering support for citizen journalism are indispensable for nurturing transparency and democratic discourse. To this end, To this end, the study advocates for comprehensive initiatives aimed at bolstering citizen journalism. These include not only providing ample training resources to equip citizen journalists with the necessary skills and knowledge but also facilitating robust collaboration between them and traditional media outlets. Such collaboration can foster mutual understanding, enhance the exchange of information, and strengthen the overall quality of reporting.

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News Censorship and the Practice of Citizen Journalism

Abdulmumi,

Joseph

2024

ASH

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Hostility towards the Press in Nigeria: Examining Online Responses to the Burning of TVC Headquarters in Lagos, Nigeria

Uwalaka,

Amadi,

Enyindah

2024

Journal of Asian and African Studies

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This study examines responses from Facebook and X users regarding the burning of TVC headquarters by protesters in Lagos, Nigeria. Data for the study were from a mix of quantitative and qualitative content analysis of Facebook and X posts ( N = 41,188) of netizens in Nigeria who responded to the burning of TVC headquarters in Lagos. The thematic content analysis categorised the responses into Validators, Defenders, Intimidators and Accusers. We show that greater percentage of Facebook and X users in Nigeria validated and encouraged violence against journalists in Nigeria. We highlight the seriousness of harassment of journalists and its impact to press freedom.

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“When One Finger Picks Oil, It Reaches Others”: An Examination of Nigerian Journalists’ Perspective on Motivations for Online Harassment

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