The Nigerian Media and Ebola Virus Disease
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 3
Abstract
The focus of this paper is the examination of the critical role of the Nigerian media in the wake of the outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). In this regard, past occurrences in Zaire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda and the present spread across the West African sub-region have been given some critical review. In all these, the role of the Nigerian media remains in focus. Consequently, the analysis of their functions is based on the Social Responsibility and Agenda Setting theories. Besides, the social-cultural factors that may appear to challenge the successful efforts of the media are also discussed. Finally, the Ebola Virus Disease and its implications for the Nigerian economy, the family, the community and the health professionals justify the conclusion that: to contain the spread of EVD, the media must report objectively and accurately so as to show leadership to the people by demonstrating their deep understanding of the virus.
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Mbuk Mboho, Uwem Akpan, Nsikan Senam
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