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MAC113Social Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

History of Nigeria Mass Media

This course provides an overview of the history of mass media in Nigeria. It explores the evolution of newspapers from the pre-colonial era to post-independence, highlighting the contributions of key figures and the political factors that shaped their development. The course also examines the expansion of broadcast media and the impact of deregulation on the industry. It aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the historical context of Nigerian mass media.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Nigerian Mass MediaHistoryNewspapersBroadcastingColonialism

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Mass Media Definition

2

History of Nigerian Press

3

Colonial Newspapers

4

Post-Colonial Media

5

Freedom of the Press

6

Evolution of Broadcasting

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Journalist

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Media Analyst

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Public Relations Officer

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Broadcasting Professional

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Communications Specialist

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Industry Applications

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NewspapersTelevisionRadioPublic RelationsAdvertising

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction

6h

Unit 1: Meaning and Scope of Mass Media

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Definition of mass media, types of mass communication, and media's role in socialization.
  • •Complete self-assessment exercises on mass media types and components.

Unit 2: Antecedents of Modern Mass Media

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Explore informal and formal transference media.
  • •Identify adjuncts of mass media and their symbiotic relationships.
  • •Complete tutor-marked assignment.

Unit 3: Functions of the Mass Media

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Examine the functions of mass media: surveillance, correlation, socialization, and entertainment.
  • •Analyze mass media systems and coverage.
  • •Discuss dysfunctions of mass media.
Week
2

Module 2: Media Evolution in Nigeria

4h

Unit 1: Contributions of Henry Townsend

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Explore contributions of Henry Townsend to the Nigerian press.
  • •Analyze the establishment, content, and readership of Iwe Irohin.

Unit 2: Other Contributors to Media Evolution in Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Examine the profile of Robert Campbell and the birth of Anglo-African newspaper.
  • •Discuss the role of Anglo-African in the development of Nigeria's press.
Week
3

Module 2: Media Evolution in Nigeria

4h

Unit 3: Advancement of Nigeria Newspapers: The Weekly Record

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Analyze the formation of Lagos Weekly Record.
  • •Discuss issues that attracted the attention of the Weekly Record.

Unit 4: Press Freedom

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Define press freedom and its history.
  • •Examine constitutional guarantees and limits to press freedom.
Week
4

Module 3: Colonial Newspapers

4h

Unit 1: The Birth of Nigerian Newspapers: Zik and the West African Pilot

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Examine the establishment of the West African Pilot.
  • •Discuss the editorial policy and contributions of the Pilot.

Unit 2: Awolowo and the Tribune

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Explore the life of Obafemi Awolowo and his contributions to the media.
  • •Analyze the establishment and role of the Tribune newspaper.
Week
5

Module 3: Colonial Newspapers

4h

Unit 3: The Daily Times

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Trace the birth of the Daily Times.
  • •Examine government ownership and major highlights of the paper.

Unit 4: The Expansion of Newspapers in the East and North

2 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Discuss the expansion of newspapers in the East and North.
  • •Analyze Gaskiya Tafi Kwabo, Citizen, and other publications.
Week
6

Module 4: Post Colonial Media

3h

Unit 1: The Post Independence Media in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 1: Examine post-independence newspapers in Nigeria.
  • •Analyze the Guardian, Post Express, Concord, and Sun newspapers.
Week
7

Module 4: Post Colonial Media

3h

Unit 2: Evolution of Radio/TV Broadcasting in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 2: Trace the evolution of radio and TV broadcasting in Nigeria.
  • •Examine regional broadcasting and the Nigeria Television Service.
Week
8

Module 4: Post Colonial Media

3h

Unit 3: News Agency of Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 3: Discuss the origin, functions, and services of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).
  • •Analyze the management structure of NAN.
Week
9

Module 4: Post Colonial Media

3h

Unit 4: Deregulation of Broadcast Media in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Study Unit 4: Discuss the history and challenges of deregulation of broadcasting in Nigeria.
  • •Analyze the issuance of licenses and the establishment of private broadcasting stations.
Week
10

Module 1: Introduction

4h

Review: Module 1

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 1: Introduction
  • •Focus on key concepts: meaning and scope of mass media, antecedents of modern mass media and functions of the mass media
Week
11

Module 2: Media Evolution in Nigeria

4h

Review: Module 2

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 2: Media Evolution in Nigeria
  • •Focus on key concepts: Contributions of Henry Townsend, other contributors to media evolution in Nigeria, advancement of Nigeria Newspapers: The Weekly Record and press freedom
Week
12

Module 3: Colonial Newspapers

4h

Review: Module 3

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 3: Colonial Newspapers
  • •Focus on key concepts: The birth of Nigerian newspapers: Zik and the West African Pilot, Awolowo and the Tribune, The Daily Times and the expansion of newspapers in the East and North
Week
13

Module 4: Post Colonial Media

4h

Review: Module 4

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 4: Post Colonial Media
  • •Focus on key concepts: The Post Independence Media in Nigeria, Evolution of Radio/TV Broadcasting in Nigeria, News Agency of Nigeria and Deregulation of Broadcast Media in Nigeria

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of key events in Nigerian media history from pre-colonial to post-independence eras.

2

Compare and contrast the editorial policies of different newspapers like the West African Pilot and the Daily Times.

3

Summarize the contributions of key figures like Nnamdi Azikiwe, Obafemi Awolowo, and Henry Townsend.

4

Analyze landmark cases related to press freedom and media regulation in Nigeria.

5

Practice essay questions on the impact of colonialism and deregulation on the Nigerian media landscape.

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