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Influence of Digital Images on the Propagation of Fake News on Twitter in Russia and Ukraine Crisis Aondover, Eric Msughter; Yar’Adua, Suleiman M.; Aondover, Perpetua Ogechi
Budapest International Research and Critics Institute-Journal (BIRCI-Journal) Vol 8, No 1 (2025): Budapest International Research and Critics Institute February
Publisher : Budapest International Research and Critics University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/birci.v8i1.8029

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Fake news, misinformation, and disinformation are problems in every country, especially during conflict. The Russian and Ukraine crisis witnessed an increased scope and impact of such fake images shared on Twitter to instigate the violence. Within this context, the study examines the influence of digital images on the propagation of fake news on Twitter in the Russia and Ukraine crisis. The objectives of the study are to (i) find out if fake digital images on Twitter are used as an attack tool (ii) to study digital images on Twitter as a platform for sharing fake news (iii) to investigate if digital images are used on Twitter as a pull prank, and (iv) to ascertain whether digital images on Twitter are used to derail the crisis. The theoretical lens of Technological Determinism and Visual Rhetoric Theories was used to serve the study goal. The study used Semiotic, and Qualitative Content Analysis as research methods. The population of the study consists of 10 fake images that were shared on Twitter with the period of the study. Purposive sampling was used to select eight images for analysis. The study discovered that fake digital images on Twitter were used as an attack tool. The findings of the study revealed that digital images on Twitter serve as a platform for sharing fake news. The study found that digital images are used on Twitter as a pull prank. Similarly, the findings of the study revealed that digital images on Twitter are used to derail the crisis. Based on the findings, the study concludes that the use of social media in spreading fake digital images in times of war like this should not be relied on as it will create more damage to such a crisis.
Accessing Digital Divide and Implications in Nigeria: The Media Dimension Vitalis, Perpetua Ogechi; Aondover, Eric Msughter; Ogunbola, Omotola; Onyejelem, Timothy Ekeledirichukwu; Ridwan, Muhammad
Budapest International Research and Critics Institute-Journal (BIRCI-Journal) Vol 8, No 1 (2025): Budapest International Research and Critics Institute February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/birci.v8i1.8017

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The digital divide connotes the gap between those who have access to modern information and communication technologies (ICT) and those who do not, due to various factors like income, education, geographic location, or infrastructure. In the context of Nigeria, this divide has profound implications for economic, social, and political development, particularly in the realm of media. The media dimension of the digital divide explores the unequal access to digital platforms, content, and technologies, which influences the dissemination of information, civic engagement, and media consumption. The postulation of Diffusion of Innovation Theory was employed to achieve the goal of this paper. The paper argues that digital literacy, which includes the ability to use digital devices and navigate online platforms, is still a challenge in Nigeria. Although there has been a surge in mobile phone ownership, a large portion of the population, particularly older generations and those in remote areas, lack the necessary skills to fully benefit from digital media platforms. This lack of digital literacy hampers the capacity of citizens to engage with online news, education, and government services. The paper concludes that the digital divide in Nigeria, particularly in the media dimension, has significant implications for access to information, political participation, social inclusion, and education. While efforts to bridge this divide are underway, much work remains to be done. By addressing the infrastructure, economic, and digital literacy challenges, Nigeria can begin to close the digital divide and ensure that all its citizens can participate fully in the digital age.
Media Silence on Suicide in Nigeria's News Coverage Okunade, Joshua Kayode; Amaechi, Deborah Onyinyechi; Olopha, Anthony; Aondover, Eric Msughter
Feedback International Journal of Communication Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): June 2025
Publisher : PT Agung Media Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62569/fijc.v2i2.157

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Suicide is a pressing public health concern in Nigeria, yet the extent to which it is reported in the media remains unclear. The mass media serves a critical role in shaping public awareness and framing social issues. This study explores how suicide cases are reported by Nigerian online newspapers and whether such coverage aligns with the media’s social responsibility. Using a quantitative content analysis method, the study examined suicide-related articles published in The Punch and The Guardian online editions between April and December 2019. A total of 540 newspaper issues (270 from each outlet) were analyzed using purposive sampling. Data were categorized based on story frequency, genre, paragraph length, and number of deaths reported. Theoretical framing was guided by Agenda-Setting Theory, Cultivation Theory, and Social Responsibility Theory. A total of 75 suicide-related stories were identified. Most were brief (1–10 paragraphs) and appeared in the metro section, with little investigative or thematic depth. The Punch contributed more stories (57.3%) compared to The Guardian (42.7%). Despite the high number of suicides in Nigeria, the overall media coverage was found to be minimal and inconsistent. Findings suggest significant underreporting and a lack of meaningful engagement with suicide as a societal issue. The media has not fulfilled its role in setting the public agenda or cultivating awareness. Suicide is often framed episodically rather than thematically, limiting its visibility as a public health concern. This undermines the media’s potential to educate, warn, and mobilize action against suicide. The study concludes that Nigerian newspapers have not adequately reported on suicide, failing to meet the standards of socially responsible journalism. Broader media monitoring and audience-focused research are needed to understand the full impact of media coverage on suicide perception and prevention.
Addressing the Haemolytic Disease of the Fetus -Arun To Ba Eje Omo Ninu Oyun Je amongst Female Residents in Imota Akintayo, Atinuke Olubukade; Aondover, Eric Msughter
Budapest International Research in Exact Sciences (BirEx) Journal Vol 7, No 2 (2025): Budapest International Research in Exact Sciences, April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/birex.v7i2.8080

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Assessing pregnant women’s awareness of Rh incompatibility is crucial to avoiding and treating issues related to this illness, as the rate of miscarriages among young women is alarming and requires immediate care. Because of the kind of Rhesus factor they have, women in Nigeria miscarry every three months. Due to a lack of knowledge, some of these mothers are not aware of this fetal hemolytic illness. Some women relate the health event to spiritual conditions, beliefs and traditions. Medical research has demonstrated that the primary cause of the miscarriages that occur every three months of pregnancy is the Rhesus factor that certain women possess. This study aimed at assessing the levels of awareness and knowledge of the Rhesus factor among women in Imota, Lagos State, to determine the extent to which health institutions' communication strategies contribute to women's understanding and awareness of Rh factor, to ascertain the knowledge level of Rh factor, its implications in pregnancy and to determine how well media advocacy works to inform female residents of Ikorodu Local Government Areas, which include Imota, Isiu, Ijede, and Bayeku. The results showed that female residents of the selected areas in Lagos State, have not received enough media attention regarding the fetal hemolytic illness. The findings showed that, though the level of awareness of the Rhesus factor among the women in the State was high, the knowledge level of the Rh compatibility issues on maternal and child health and its implications in pregnancy was low.
Reconfiguration of Media Communication in the Age of AI and Inequality Aondover, Eric Msughter; Aondover, Perpetua Ogechi; Maiwada, Abdullahi Aliyu
Feedback International Journal of Communication Vol. 2 No. 3 (2025): September 2025
Publisher : PT Agung Media Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62569/fijc.v2i3.195

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the production, distribution, and consumption of information within digital media ecosystems. While AI offers unprecedented opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and personalization, it also risks deepening existing socioeconomic and digital inequalities. This study explores the complex relationship between AI, media access, and inequality in the digital era. This exploratory research employed a descriptive approach by analyzing secondary sources, including academic literature, media reports, policy documents, and online resources related to AI and digital media. Data were synthesized to identify patterns of structural injustices and regulatory challenges in both the Global North and Global South. The findings indicate that AI-driven tools such as automated journalism, algorithms, deepfake technologies, and generative models are reshaping traditional media workflows. While these innovations enhance efficiency and personalization, they also introduce concerns related to bias, misinformation, opacity in corporate practices, and the erosion of editorial authority. The analysis further reveals that structural inequalities and regulatory gaps mediate the benefits of AI, often privileging technologically advanced actors while marginalizing underserved groups. The study concludes that although AI has the potential to revolutionize media practices, its integration into digital ecosystems risks widening digital divides and reinforcing power asymmetries. Without inclusive policies, ethical leadership, and equitable access frameworks, AI may consolidate control in the hands of a few, thereby undermining media pluralism and social equity.
Co-Authors Akintayo, Atinuke Olubukade Amaechi, Deborah Onyinyechi Aondover, Perpetua Ogechi Maiwada, Abdullahi Aliyu Muhammad Ridwan Ogunbola, Omotola Okunade, Joshua Kayode Olopha, Anthony Onyejelem, Timothy Ekeledirichukwu Vitalis, Perpetua Ogechi Yar’Adua, Suleiman M.