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Assessment of Development Communication in a Globalised Context Margaret Solo-Anaeto; Perpetua Ogechi Aondover; Timothy Ekeledirichukwu Onyejelem; Abdullahi Aliyu Maiwada
Britain International of Humanities and Social Sciences (BIoHS) Journal Vol 8 No 1 (2026): Britain International of Humanities and Social Sciences, February
Publisher : Britain International for Academic Research (BIAR) Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/biohs.v8i1.1414

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This paper examines development communication within the context of globalisation, focusing on how global economic, technological, and cultural flows have reshaped communication strategies for social change. It interrogates the shifting paradigms of development communication from linear, top-down information dissemination models to more participatory, dialogic, and rights-based approaches that emphasise inclusion, local agency, and sustainability. Based on the qualitative review of scholarly literature, policy documents, and selected development interventions, the paper assesses the influence of globalisation on communication practices, particularly the role of digital media, transnational actors, and global development agendas. The paper argues that development communication is no doubt an important area of both academic and professional endeavour where several approaches can be harnessed to ensure development. While globalisation is a vital concept that has impacted both positively and negatively in various parts of the world, the role of communication in the globalisation process is enormous. This paper dissects the relationship between communication, globalisation, and development by analysing the roles played by each in the actualisation of the other. Globalisation was also dissected as a concept taking into cognizance its double-edged nature and divergent ideas of various scholars about the concept. The paper then related the concepts of communication, development and globalisation, especially in a practical context and further explained how development communication operates in a globalised context. It concludes that development outcomes are more sustainable when communication processes are people-centered and when global development narratives are adapted to local socio-cultural and political contexts.
AI-Driven Journalism and Media Practice: Challenges and Prospects in Newsroom Decision-Making in Nigeria Funmi Falobi; Joseph Ifeoluwa Joy; Margaret Solo-Anaeto; Egbayelo Oluwaseun Faith
Konfrontasi: Jurnal Kultural, Ekonomi dan Perubahan Sosial Vol 13 No 1 (2026): Konfrontasi, March
Publisher : Budapest International Research and Critics University

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved into a transformative force in global journalism, reshaping newsroom practices, editorial workflows, and decision-making processes. This study examines the dynamics of AI-driven journalism in Nigeria, focusing on the challenges and prospects associated with its integration into newsroom decision-making. Drawing on secondary data from scholarly literature, industry reports, and media analyses, the paper situates AI as a socio-technical innovation that is redefining traditional gatekeeping roles and fostering a hybrid model of human–algorithm collaboration in news production. The paper identifies critical challenges hindering effective AI adoption, including infrastructural deficits, limited digital literacy among journalists, funding constraints, ethical concerns, and institutional resistance to technological change. It further highlights emerging risks related to algorithmic bias, misinformation amplification, editorial autonomy, and surveillance threats to press freedom. Anchored in Diffusion of Innovation and Technological Determinism theories, the paper argues that AI is not merely a supportive tool but a transformative agent influencing the structure and culture of Nigerian newsrooms. It concludes that sustainable integration of AI in journalism requires strategic investments in infrastructure, capacity building, and the development of ethical and regulatory frameworks. By critically examining both the constraints and potentials of AI-driven journalism, the paper contributes to ongoing discourse on the future of media practice in Nigeria and underscores the need for a balanced, human-centred approach to technological adoption in newsroom decision-making.
Climate Change, Gender and Media in Nigeria: Mainstreaming Gender in Climate Change Reporting Funmi Falobi; Margaret Solo-Anaeto; Joseph Ifeoluwa Joy; Abdullahi Aliyu Maiwada
Budapest International Research and Critics Institute-Journal (BIRCI-Journal) Vol 9, No 2 (2026): Budapest International Research and Critics Institute May
Publisher : Budapest International Research and Critics University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/birci.v9i2.8202

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Climate change represents one of the most pressing global challenges, with far-reaching impacts across social, economic, and environmental systems. However, its effects are not evenly distributed, as existing inequalities shape differential vulnerabilities among populations. This paper interrogates the gendered dimensions of climate change, arguing that women and marginalised groups particularly in developing countries, experience disproportionate impacts due to entrenched socio-economic, cultural, and political disparities. Based on secondary data from the existing literature, the study highlights how climate change exacerbates challenges related to health, food security, water access, livelihoods, education, and exposure to violence, thereby reinforcing gender inequality. Anchored in framing theory, the paper analyses how media representations influence perception, agenda-setting, and policy prioritisation. It argues that the media serves as a powerful agent in raising awareness, amplifying marginalised voices, and promoting gender-sensitive narratives that can drive inclusive climate action. Through illustrative case studies from Nigerian print media, the paper demonstrates emerging efforts and best practices in mainstreaming gender into climate reporting, while also identifying gaps in representation and depth of coverage. The paper concludes that effective climate action requires the integration of gender perspectives into communication, policy, and practice.
Internet Memes as Alternative Frames in Global Media Coverage of the Gaza Conflict Margaret Solo-Anaeto; Funmi Falobi; Abdullahi Aliyu Maiwada; Joseph Ifeoluwa Joy
Budapest International Research and Critics Institute-Journal (BIRCI-Journal) Vol 9, No 2 (2026): Budapest International Research and Critics Institute May
Publisher : Budapest International Research and Critics University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/birci.v9i2.8203

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The rapid evolution of digital communication technologies has significantly transformed the ways in which global audiences access and interpret international news, with social media platforms emerging as dominant channels of information dissemination. Within this digital ecosystem, internet memes have evolved from mere entertainment artifacts into powerful tools of communication that shape political discourse and public opinion. This paper examines the role of internet memes as instruments of international coverage of the Gaza War, exploring their capacity to simplify complex conflict narratives, influence audience perceptions, and contribute to the framing of global events. Within the context of the existing literature, the paper conceptualises memes as participatory media forms that combine visual and textual elements, enabling rapid circulation, emotional engagement, and ideological expression across diverse audiences. Using Framing Theory, the paper analyses how memes selectively present aspects of the Gaza conflict, emphasizing particular viewpoints, emotions, and interpretations while potentially marginalising others. The paper argues that memes function as alternative communicative frames that can both legitimize and delegitimize political actors, amplify humanitarian concerns, and foster global solidarity. At the same time, their brevity, humor, and symbolic nature pose risks of oversimplification, misinformation, and ideological distortion, particularly within the fast-paced and algorithm-driven environment of social media. The paper concludes that internet memes occupy a dual position as both facilitators of engagement and potential sources of distortion in international conflict reporting. As digital culture continues to evolve, memes will remain central to how global audiences consume, interpret, and respond to international events.