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Influence of NTA and FRCN Pedophilia Messages on the Residents of South-East Nigeria Chime-Nganya, Chioma Rose
Budapest International Research and Critics Institute-Journal (BIRCI-Journal) Vol 7, No 4 (2024): Budapest International Research and Critics Institute November
Publisher : Budapest International Research and Critics University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/birci.v7i4.7997

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This study investigated the influence of NTA and FRCN pedophilia messages on residents of South-East Nigeria. The study has two objectives and one theoretical framework. It used survey research method in which 384 respondents were reached with a structured questionnaire out of which 375 valid responses were obtained. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics and Chi-Square tests using SPSS 20. The study ascertained that residents of South East Nigeria have low level of exposure to broadcast media messages on pedophilia. Despite this situation; their exposure on pedophilia through media broadcast messages significantly improved their knowledge and preparedness in the fight against the hazard. Based on the findings, the study recommended that broadcast media houses in the sub-region should increase their frequency of reportage of pedophilia so as to raise the level of exposure of residents in the area to messages or information on the subject, among other recommendations.
Broadcast Media Messages on Pedophilia and Audience Responsibility Chime-Nganya, Chioma Rose; Nsude, Ifeyinwa
Budapest International Research and Critics Institute-Journal (BIRCI-Journal) Vol 7, No 4 (2024): Budapest International Research and Critics Institute November
Publisher : Budapest International Research and Critics University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/birci.v7i4.7994

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Broadcast media has the power to inform and mobilize communities on the issue of pedophilia. By focusing on education, support, and community responsibility, media messages can contribute to a culture that protects children and fosters safe environments. Advancement in technology has brought with it some notable innovations in information dissemination one of which is through broadcast media. The paper pointed out that Nigeria like other countries of the world is presently grasping with this societal menace that is threatening the future of our children and that of the values that we cherish as a nation. Hardly a week passes by without hearing some cases relating to pedophilia in the Nigerian media, even the churches and mosques are not spared either, it is indeed a pandemic that have left its victim in pitiable state; and the sadistic reality about sex treatment deviating from adults towards children, is very appalling. The female sex seems to be the most endangered; they are endangered from birth because the Nigerian society treats the birth of the girl child with contempt and gaiety. This paper adopted Moral Responsibility theory. The paper concludes that child safety is a priority that requires everyone’s attention. Pedophilia and child abuse are real risks, but by understanding the warning signs, talking openly with our children, and taking responsible actions, we can protect the vulnerable.