ABSTRACT
This project is on “the press in Nigerian politics: with analysis of issues and patterns of news coverage.
The aim of the study is to find out whether or not the Nigerian press is selective in its report of similar political issues that affect the progress and functioning of the nation or not.
To carry out this research, the research, the researcher adopted the survey research method. A total of 200 samples were used to represent the sex (male and female) of Enugu Metropolis.
A questionnaire was constructed for the study. The questionnaire is made up of 17 questions that were administered to respondents. They were later collected. The data contained in them were carefully analysed.
There was the review of relevant literature for the study. Summary of the finding was given, conclusions were drawn, while the researcher made some recommendations at the end up the study.
Among the many findings of this study, is that the press in Nigerian politics is a direct force in creating awareness, shaping perception, informing and educating the general masses.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title page
Certification page
Dedication
Acknowledgement
Abstract
Table of contents
Abstract
CHAPTER ONE
1.1 Introduction/background of the study
1.2 Statement of research problems
1.3 Objective of the study
1.4 Research questions
1.5 Research hypotheses
1.6 Definitions of terms
1.7 Assumptions
1.8 Significance of the study
1.9 Limitation of the study
1.10Theoretical frame work
CHAPTER TWO
2.0 Review of literature
2.1 The review
2.2 Media ownership and control
2.3 Pre independence press
2.4 Press in 1998 election and transition
2.5 Summary of literature
CHAPTER THREE
3.0 Research methodology
3.1 Research design
3.2 Population
3.3 Samples
3.4 Measuring instruments
3.5 Nature of questionnaire
3.6 Data collection
3.7 Data analysis
CHAPTER FOUR
4.0 Data analysis and result
4.1 Sample characteristics
4.2 Testing of hypothesis
CHAPTER FIVE
5.0 Summary and recommendation
5.1 Summary
5.2 Recommendation
5.3 Bibliography
