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Celebrity Culture and Journalism Practice in Nigeria Ololade Olatunji Lateef
Konfrontasi: Jurnal Kultural, Ekonomi dan Perubahan Sosial Vol 11 No 4 (2024): Konfrontasi, December
Publisher : Budapest International Research and Critics University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/konfrontasi2.v11i4.318

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Celebrity culture and journalism practice in Nigeria are closely intertwined, reflecting the growing influence of celebrities in shaping public opinion, culture, and media consumption. Nigerian celebrities are often products of the media, with platforms like social media, television, and magazines playing a central role in constructing their public identities. The media industry works to build and maintain celebrity brands, which in turn influences public perception and the celebrity's influence on society. The paper argues that celebrities in Nigeria have a strong presence on social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, which amplify their voices and increase their visibility. This has changed the traditional way celebrities are covered by the media, with social media now serving as an important news source and space for celebrities to control their narratives. In Nigeria, entertainment journalism is a significant aspect of mainstream media. A considerable portion of news, especially in tabloids and online media outlets, focuses on celebrity gossip, lifestyle, and controversies. The rise of entertainment reporting has shifted some media outlets from hard news to a more sensational and celebrity-focused approach. The paper concludes that celebrity culture in Nigeria is a major influence on journalism, with entertainment and celebrity news playing a pivotal role in the media landscape. However, this trend comes with ethical challenges, such as maintaining accuracy, respecting privacy, and balancing sensationalism with responsible reporting.
Knowledge and Perception of Diphtheria Vaccine Messages on Radio among Residents of Ungogo Local Government Area, Kano State Abdullahi Abdullateef; Mainasara Yakubu Kurfi; Ololade Olatunji Lateef; Omolara Oluwabusayo Akin-Odukoya; Muhammad Ridwan
Konfrontasi: Jurnal Kultural, Ekonomi dan Perubahan Sosial Vol 12 No 1 (2025): Konfrontasi, March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/konfrontasi2.v12i1.325

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The re-emergence of diphtheria has become noticeable in Nigeria particularly in Kano state. This study assessed the knowledge level and perception of diphtheria vaccine messages on radio among residents of Ungogo Local Government Area, Kano State. To achieve this, the study employs survey method to quantify the knowledge and perception of the population of study.400 questionnaires are administered and nothing less than 390 are retrieved in both Rijyar Zaki and Tudun Fulani communities. The findings revealed that the residents had knowledge of diphtheria vaccine and radio remains the most important medium for disseminating diphtheria vaccine messages in Ungogo Local Government Area, Kano State. However, about 58.9 percent agreed that diphtheria vaccine is only necessary for children. 66.6 percent agreed that diphtheria vaccine message increased their confidence on the safety and efficacy of the vaccine. Frequency distribution tables are used to present and anlayse data generated from the field. The results of the study showed that the residents perceived diphtheria vaccine messages positively but 33.3 percent did not discuss about diphtheria with their friends, families and community members.
Media Manipulating Allegiances: The Ibrahim Babangida Regime and the Politics of Loyalty, Propaganda, and Elite Control in Nigeria Olayinka Babatunde Adebogun; Ololade Olatunji Lateef; Omotola Ogunbola; Timothy Ekeledirichukwu Onyejelem
Konfrontasi: Jurnal Kultural, Ekonomi dan Perubahan Sosial Vol 12 No 2 (2025): Konfrontasi, June
Publisher : Budapest International Research and Critics University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/konfrontasi2.v12i2.333

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The regime of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), Nigeria’s military ruler from 1985 to 1993, was marked by a sophisticated strategy of political manipulation designed to consolidate power, maintain elite loyalty, and control public perception. This study examines how Babangida’s government deployed propaganda, patronage networks, and psychological tactics to shape political allegiances and suppress dissent. By leveraging state-controlled media, co-opting influential elites, and fostering a culture of political uncertainty, the regime engineered a system where loyalty was rewarded while opposition was systematically neutralized. Through an analysis of government policies, media narratives, and elite interactions during this period, the paper highlights how Babangida’s administration blurred the lines between governance and manipulation. The institutionalization of prebendalism, coupled with calculated misinformation campaigns, allowed the regime to maintain a façade of democracy while orchestrating one of Nigeria’s most prolonged transitions to civilian rule. Additionally, the annulment of the 1993 presidential election, widely regarded as free and fair, underscored the regime’s ultimate reliance on deception and control to maintain its grip on power. This paper contributes to the broader discourse on authoritarian governance in postcolonial Africa by illustrating how Babangida’s rule set a precedent for political maneuvering that continues to shape Nigeria’s democratic trajectory. It also underscores the enduring impact of elite manipulation on political institutions and public trust in governance.
Co-Authors Abdullahi Abdullateef Mainasara Yakubu Kurfi Muhammad Ridwan Olayinka Babatunde Adebogun Omolara Oluwabusayo Akin-Odukoya Omotola Ogunbola Timothy Ekeledirichukwu Onyejelem