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Joy Collins-Dike
Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
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Exploring the Use of Digital Media Platforms for Social Change in Teaching Hospitals in Rivers State Joy Collins-Dike; Dike Harcourt White; Njoku C. Justice; Richard N. Amadi; Muhammad Ridwan
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.v7i4.8012

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This study examined the utilization of digital media platforms for social change initiatives within teaching hospitals in Rivers State, Nigeria, focusing on University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital and Rivers State University Teaching Hospital. The objectives were to identify the digital media platforms employed, explore the specific strategies used to promote health awareness and patient engagement, evaluate the impact of digital media on healthcare communication and community outreach, and analyze the challenges encountered in leveraging these platforms for social change. Grounded in the social network theory, diffusion innovations theory and technology acceptance model (TAM). The study used a mixed-methods approach, including a structured questionnaire with 384 respondents and in-depth interviews with hospital staff. Findings indicate that widely used platforms include Facebook, WhatsApp, and hospital websites, chosen for their accessibility and broad reach. Digital media strategies primarily focus on information dissemination, health awareness campaigns, and interactive engagement with patients. The study finds that digital media positively impacts healthcare communication by enabling faster information sharing, improving patient engagement, and facilitating community outreach. However, barriers such as poor internet connectivity, privacy concerns, and limited digital literacy hinder the effectiveness of these platforms. Recommendations emphasize the need for improved infrastructure, digital literacy training, and enhanced management support to maximize the benefits of digital media in healthcare. This study contributes to the field by providing insights into digital media's role in healthcare within a resource-limited setting, with implications for enhancing health communication and patient-centered care in similar contexts.
Review of Spousal Communication and the Increasing Rate of Divorce in Nigeria Society Joy Collins-Dike
Matondang Journal Vol 4 No 2 (2025): Màtondàng Journal
Publisher : Britain International for Academic Research (BIAR) Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/matondang.v4i2.1383

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The home is frequently referred to be the fundamental building block of greater society. Hence, when the house is peaceful, so is society. The primary goal of this study was to determine how spousal communication affected divorce proceedings and family stability in Nigeria. The library research method was used for this study. This method allowed the researcher review secondary literatures and analyzed the positions of scholars to derive a conclusion. Symbolic interactionism theory formed the theoretical basis of the study and argues that interpersonal communication among people is the most humanizing activity engaged daily by people and is needed for daily sustenance of relationships. The paper concludes that divorce can most likely occur when two partners have lost communication or have exhausted all communication links and decided that the union should not go further. While some divorce cases might have other triggers such as abuse or other forms of unresolved conflicts, this paper posit that almost all divorce cases have communication effect whether directly or indirectly hence a couple with a high level of marital communication (without secrecy) stands a greater chance of staying longer together. It was argued also in this paper that money and financial communication is a key consideration in marriages if the couples want to enjoy bliss and avoid divorce. This paper recommends that couples should engage in constant communication to share their problems as they arise and ensure to deal with it from the foundation. Also, when choosing a life partner, intending couples need to ensure that the partner is someone they can easily communicate with on a balanced level where feedback is gotten in due time (almost immediately and not coerced). Furthermore, the issue of family finance should be discussed at length to avoid subsequent financial disputes due to lack of accountability and excessive secrecy.
Social Media and Political Participation in the 2023 General Election in Lagos State Jenifer Olajumoke Oni; Idris Mohammed; Joy Collins-Dike; Muhammad Ridwan
Polit Journal Scientific Journal of Politics Vol 4 No 2 (2024): Polit Journal: Scientific Journal of Politics, May
Publisher : Britain International for Academic Research (BIAR-Publisher)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/polit.v4i2.1151

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This study focuses on the use of social media and political participation in the 2023 general election in Lagos State. The study emanates from the idea that social media offers new platforms for communication, participation, and political engagement. This study examines the role of social media in shaping political participation during the 2023 general election in Lagos State, Nigeria. Through the quantitative analysis method, this research seeks to explore the extent to which social media influenced voter engagement, political discourse, and electoral outcomes in Lagos State. It objectives sought to: assess the factors informing social media use; and determine the effects of political use of social media. The study adopts Uses and Gratification as theoretical framework. Survey method was employed as a method of data collection through questionnaire. A sample of 364 residents of Iju Ishaga was used for the analysis. Based on the findings, residents of Iju Ishaga used social media because of easy access, availability and interactivity. The findings of the study revealed that social media plays a significant role in participatory politics among the residents of Iju Ishaga. The study discovered that residents of Iju Ishaga are quite active on social media particularly on WhatsApp. The platform is essential in both offline and online political activities, thus, enhancing political knowledge and increasing political participation and inclusion in Nigeria. The study also discovered that the residents with regular use express their political and policy preferences by engaging themselves and political actors directly through social media platforms. They are able to post their opinions and contribute to political discourses.
Online Harassment of Female Journalist in Lagos State Precious Awosanya Oreoluwa; Perpetua Ogechi Vitalis; Alikor Queen Nneka; Joy Collins-Dike; Muhammad Ridwan
Polit Journal Scientific Journal of Politics Vol 4 No 3 (2024): Polit Journal: Scientific Journal of Politics, August
Publisher : Britain International for Academic Research (BIAR-Publisher)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/polit.v4i3.1166

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This study examines online harassment of female journalist in Lagos State. The objectives of the study is to examine the various types of online harassment faced by female journalist, to explore the coping strategies and support system used by female journalist against online harassment and the strategies and policies put in place to curb online harassment. The study used the Feminist theory to interrogate social problems, trends that have been overlooked such as gender discrimination and structural inequalities. The study employed survey method and online questionnaire was used as an instrument of data collection. The population of the study consists of 250 female journalists. the study discovered that the digital space was popular among female journalist to carry out their job functions, the study further revealed that online harassment is popular in the digital space as most women are harassed while trying to carry out their job functions, that female journalist face challenges such as sexual advances, gender insensitive policies, cultural and religious limitations. The study concludes that women journalists suffer a variety of digital and physical challenges to their freedom of speech. Murder and assault continue to haunt journalists throughout the world, as has internet harassment in the form of rape and death threats, as well as various forms of intimidation, heightened surveillance, impersonation, and other digital dangers. The internet environment has been weaponised, with sophisticated attacks using speed and dispersed networks to promote misogyny, sexism, racism, homophobia, religion and other hate speech.
Co-Authors Alikor Queen Nneka Dike Harcourt White Idris Mohammed Jenifer Olajumoke Oni Muhammad Ridwan Muhammad Ridwan Njoku C. Justice Perpetua Ogechi Vitalis Precious Awosanya Oreoluwa Richard N. Amadi