Timothy Ekeledirichukwu Onyejelem

Federal University Otuoke, Baylesa State Nigeria · Department of Journalism and Media Studies

This research examined the socio-cultural and semiotic dynamics of the representation of the girl child in Nollywood films. The study adopted an eclectic approach by combining the Digital Generative Multimedia Tool Theory (DGMTT) as postulated by Onyejelem and Aondover (2024), and Semiotics Theory by Saussure (1983) and Peirce (1958) in analyzing t...

Effective crisis communication plays a crucial role in preserving an organization’s reputation during significant national or even internal crises in the organisation. This study investigates the impact of crisis communication strategies on the public perception of an organization, focusing on Caleb University. The research delves into how effectiv...

The poem "Girls’ Vision for the Future" addresses the ongoing challenges faced by girl children in a world often marked by inequality and marginalization. Despite their undeniable potential and strength, many girls encounter significant barriers to achieving their dreams, including limited access to education, societal stereotyping, and cultural...

Background: Exclusive breastfeeding is one of the major requirements for a balanced child's health and brain development. It provides essential nutrients, antibodies, and other bioactive components that shield infants from infections and diseases. Despite the numerous benefits, the practice remains sub-optimal in many parts of Nigeria, including En...

Proverbs are taken to be the compass through which the people navigate through words. These proverbs, sometimes, serve as established principles for explaining, understanding and predicting outcomes of actions, events and prospects among the people. However, today, these age-long proverbs are being reconstructed by the younger generation in order t...

The Nigerian film industry, particularly Nollywood, has a significant impact on societal attitudes and norms, but there is a lack of comprehensive studies on how it promotes children's rights. This study aimed to examine the intersection of child rights advocacy efforts in Nigeria and the Nigerian movie industry, focusing on the portrayal of child...

This study examines the role of Nollywood films in promoting child rights in Nigeria. Using Development Media and Social Representation Theories, the study analyzed five locally produced movies and 663 respondents. The findings revealed that Nigerian films depict various issues of child rights, including neglect, child labor, emotional abuse, child...

Child Rights Implications of Al Jazeera & #39;S Language And Screening Of Immigrant Children In The Isreali-Gaza War: An Ethnographic Analysis By Christian Tuotamuno DIRI, PhD Department of Journalism and Media Studies, Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State, Nigeria E-mail: dirict@fuotuoke.edu.ng Tel: +2348035511278 Timothy Ekeledirichukwu ONYE...

The late 1990s saw the rise of social media, which changed how people consumed and disseminated information. Youth find social networking sites to be quite appealing and popular, and they frequently spend a lot of time using the platforms’ communication affordances. Since McLuhan contended in the 20th century that technologies aid in extending huma...

The Israel-Hamas war has been a long-standing conflict with significant implications for the lives of those living in the region. Among the most vulnerable are immigrant children, who often face unique challenges and experiences during times of conflict. With the increasing use of digital generative images to depict the impact of war on children, i...

The advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the way multimedia content is created, processed, and consumed. The Digital Generative Multimedia Tool Theory (DGMTT) aims to provide a theoretical framework for understanding the implications, mechanics, and potential of AI-driven tools in the realm of multimedia. The theory addresses t...

The fight against drug abuse among teenagers has remained a global challenge. The degree to which drug-related crimes take a bickered chunk on Nigerian children, particularly, teenagers, has also remained a subject of enquiry in recent times. The Nigerian film industry has over the years demonstrated its commitment as a viable platform for entertai...

The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies has significantly transformed the fields of digital photography and photojournalism, introducing both promising opportunities and formidable challenges. The proliferation of AI-driven editing software and image manipulation techniques threatens to undermine the credibility of photojournalis...

DAY 1: WEDNESDAY, 6 TH DECEMBER 2023 9.00am-11.00am-Opening Ceremonies 11.00am-12.00noon-Tea/Coffee Break 12.00noon-2.00pm-1 st Syndicate Session-Panels 01, 1, 2, and 3 • Panel 01: Special Panel for International Presenters on Zoom: All Sub-Themes • Panel 1: Communication, Mass Media and Good Governance in Africa • Panel 2: Communication, Mass Medi...

Abstract Children's rights have gained importance and recognition in international discourse since 1989, when the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) was ratified. The ability of film to convey complex narratives and emotional truths while overcoming linguistic and cultural barriers has made it a potent advocacy medium in r...

The profession of photography has undergone significant transformations over the past few decades, influenced by rapid technological advancements, shifts in consumer preferences, and the proliferation of digital platforms. Despite the growing interest in photography as both an art form and a career, there is a lack of comprehensive research that ca...

Background: This study examined the Nigerian newspapers' coverage on the fight against COVID-19 using the Guardian, Daily Sun, Daily Trust, and This Day Newspapers as a study. This study was anchored on McComb and Shaw's agenda-setting theory which describes the "ability (of the news media) to influence the salience of topics on the public agenda"....

ABSRACT This work evaluated Nigerian press coverage of High Blood Pressure (HBP). The researchers were motivated to carry out this empirical study to ascertain whether the print media gave adequate coverage to HBP within the period of study. Four research questions were raised and analyzed. Thus, The Guardian, Vanguard and This Day newspapers we...

Non-linear editing is a film editing technique that occurs within a computer environment. It is a technological improvement on the analog system of film production. Most recent films and television programmes in Nigeria are edited with this technology. This study examined the non-linear editing processes involved in the production of the film, Miss...