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Vitalis, Perpetua Ogechi
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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
Publisher : Budapest International Research and Critics University

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.
Cultural Representation and Ethnocentrism in Nollywood: Directorial Agency, Authenticity, and Globalization in Southern Nigerian Cinema Vitalis, Perpetua Ogechi; Amadi, Richard N.; White, Dike Harcourt
Unisia Vol. 42 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20885/unisia.vol42.iss1.art12

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This study investigates how Nollywood, Nigeria’s dynamic film industry, constructs and negotiates cultural identity and ethnocentrism within Southern Nigerian cinema. Anchored in Auteur Theory, Reflective–Projective Theory, and Cultivation Theory, it explores directors’ roles as cultural authors whose creative decisions shape perceptions of authenticity, morality, and national identity. Employing a qualitative, interpretive design and content analysis of secondary data, the research examines films and scholarly works that reflect Nollywood’s evolving socio-cultural narratives. Findings reveal that while Nollywood often reproduces ethnocentric and patriarchal ideologies through recurrent tropes, it simultaneously acts as a medium for cultural preservation, resistance, and dialogue. Directors emerge as mediators between tradition and modernity, balancing local authenticity with global market pressures intensified by digital technologies and transnational streaming platforms. Furthermore, the study identifies an emerging feminist consciousness among female filmmakers who challenge entrenched gender hierarchies. These dynamics underscore Nollywood’s dual character as both a cultural mirror and a transformative force capable of redefining African modernity and soft power. The research contributes to understanding the intersection of authorship, globalization, and representation in African cinema and highlights Nollywood’s potential to promote inclusive narratives and intercultural understanding while reinforcing Nigeria’s role as a leading voice in global cultural production.
Co-Authors Amadi, Richard N. Aondover, Eric Msughter Muhammad Ridwan Ogunbola, Omotola Onyejelem, Timothy Ekeledirichukwu White, Dike Harcourt