The media and the military have had a complex and evolving relationship throughout history, and Nigeria is no exception. Various factors, including social structure, technological advancements, changes in the media landscape, and shifts in military strategies, have significantly influenced the dynamics of this relationship. This paper employs a quantitative methodology and utilises Framing Theory as its theoretical framework to explore the contemporary practices and constraints that shape the media-military relationship in Nigeria. It examines the challenges and opportunities arising from these interactions and highlights potential avenues for improving media-military relations, ultimately fostering a more harmonious and effective communication environment between the two institutions within Nigeria and beyond.

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Media-Military Relationship in Nigeria: Context, Practices, and Constraints

  • Sani K. Usman

摘要

The media and the military have had a complex and evolving relationship throughout history, and Nigeria is no exception. Various factors, including social structure, technological advancements, changes in the media landscape, and shifts in military strategies, have significantly influenced the dynamics of this relationship. This paper employs a quantitative methodology and utilises Framing Theory as its theoretical framework to explore the contemporary practices and constraints that shape the media-military relationship in Nigeria. It examines the challenges and opportunities arising from these interactions and highlights potential avenues for improving media-military relations, ultimately fostering a more harmonious and effective communication environment between the two institutions within Nigeria and beyond.