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Item From silence to spotlight: tracking the media coverage of teen pregnancy in Nigeria before and after COVID-19 lockdown(Routledge; Taylor & Francis, 2026) Adeyeye, Babatunde; Ogundowo, Olubukola; Oyesomi, Kehinde; Omole, FunkeThis study investigates media coverage of teenage pregnancy in Nigeria, focusing on a comparative analysis of two major newspapers (Punch and Vanguard) before and after COVID-19, from January 1 to 31 December 2019, and January 1 to 31 December 2021. A quantitative content analysis was used to assess the coverage patterns in the selected newspapers. Data were col lected using a coding sheet designed to extract information on reporting frequency, reporting genre, slant direction, and sources. The data was analysed and presented in frequency tables to determine trends and thematic emphases. The findings show that in 2019, Vanguard provided more extensive coverage of teenage pregnancy (72.2%) compared to Punch (28.7%). Stories focusing on prevention and support for teen mothers were notably scarce. The angle of human interest was found to be a significant factor influencing the media’s social responsi bility. However, coverage was often hindered by secrecy, stigma, stereotyping, and legal restrictions. The study concludes that while Nigerian newspapers cover teenage pregnancy, the focus tends to be on punitive and sensational aspects rather than preventive and supportive narratives. The study recommends that Nigerian newspapers significantly increase the frequency and visibility of the coverage of teenage pregnancy to reflect its importance for public health and development.Item Media and Communication Systems for Sustainability in Nigeria(Springer Nature Switzerland, 2025) Oyesomi, Kehinde (ed.); Okorie, Nelson (ed.); Osunkunle, Olyinka (ed.)Item Assessment of online newspapers’ framing directions of COVID-19 outbreak data in Nigeria(Elsevier Inc., 2025) Oyesomi, Kehinde; Bamigbolayin-Afolabi, Fola; Amodu, Lanre; Okorie, Nelson; Adesina, Evaristus; Omale, GloriaLiterature is scarce on an explorati on of the peculiar mix of the particular directions of framing employed in this study-critical framing, distance framing, empathy framing and support framing. The study sought to compare COVID-19 crisis frame directions in 5 selected Nigerian newspa pers. The framing theory was employed as the theoretical framework for this study. A quantitative content analy sis was the method adopted for the study. Content analy sis data were gathered through the Wayback Machine web site archive. Following a critical analysis of 4808 COVID-19 newspaper stories, framing direction findings indicated that Daily Post Newspaper stories largely used support framing, whereas Guardian and Punch Newspaper stories made extensive use of distance framing. Premium Times and Vanguard Newspaper stories used empathy framing. Therefore, this study recommends that in-house-style policies of media houses contain particular instructions on framing directions to reduce media bias and build audience trust. Health bodies (like the N.C.D.C. and the W.H.O.), health reporters and even health authorities can craft health stories in ways that the public can relate to. The stories can be told to encourage mitigation methods and to discourage misinformation, which builds trust in the readership. This study contributes to specific reportage strategies that could help future pandemic situations.Item Nursing Mothers’ Perception of Maternal and Childcare Television Messages in Lagos, Nigeria(Ethno Med, 2024) Oyesomi, Kehinde; Afolayan G; Aramide Aluko; Amodu, Lanre; Adesina, Evaristus; Omole, FunkeThis study addresses the critical issue of maternal and childcare knowledge among nursing mothers in Lagos, Nigeria, with a focus on the impact of exposure and adherence to television messages. The objective was to investigate the relationships between exposure, adherence, and knowledge levels. A survey design was used, employing a Structural Equation Modelling approach, specifically Partial Least Squares. Data were collected from 391 nursing mothers aged 18 to 49. The findings revealed significant positive relationships between exposure and adherence to maternal and childcare television messages and the knowledge levels of nursing mothers. The conclusion highlights the need for targeted television interventions, while recommendations underscore the importance of tailoring content and collaborating with broadcasters to optimise the impact of maternal and childcare campaigns. The policy implications suggest the integration of television as a strategic tool in disseminating evidence-based information to enhance maternal and childcare practices.Item Disparity in Assess to Media Information among Nursing Mothers in Urban, Suburban and Rural Areas of Ogun State, Nigeria(Ethno Med, 19(2), 2025) Oyesomi, Kehinde Opeyemi; Aramide, Afolayan G.; Amodu, Lanre; Adesina, Evaristus; Omole, FunkeItem News Culture and Routinisation of Production Processes in Vanguard Newspapers(COVENANT JOURNAL OF COMMUNICATION VOL. 11, NO. 1, 2024-06) Ibuot, Udo; Nwantah, Nkiruka Favour; Okeibunor, Ngozi B.News production goes beyond the routine of accessing, selecting, processing and interpreting events considered as newsworthy. It involves consequences of journalistic practices that are capable of influencing the professional culture, knowledge and expectations of the given medium. Though news production processes may be influenced by the editorial policy of a newspaper organisation, they should be managed away from slanting which involves omission, differential placement or even burying of anti-policy stories in inside pages. The study is an exploratory attempt that is designed on the methodology of participant observation or ethnography, and constitutes part of the first author’s work experience in the editorial and news production desks of Vanguard newspapers spanning 26 years. Its theoretical underpinnings are the gatekeeping and the agenda setting theory of communication. The paper examines the routine news culture and production processes in Vanguard Media Limited, publishers of one of Nigeria’s leading national daily and weekly newspapers in Lagos. Results of these routine processes include balanced and in-depth reporting of events by the newspaper establishmentItem COMMUNICATION, CULTURE AND MEDIA IN NIGERIA(Department of Sociology, College of Management and Social Science, Covenant University, Ota Nigeria, 2026) Aririguzoh, Stella A.Item Effects of machine learning biases in digital tools–A case of the Nigerian construction industry(Technological Sustainability, 2025) Tunji-Olayeni, Patience; Adejola, Folasade OlabisiPurpose – This paper aims to explore the effects of machine learning biases in the digital tools used within the Nigerian construction industry. Design/methodology/approach – The study adopts a qualitative research design to identify machine learning biases in digital tools and to evaluate their effects on construction project performance. Construction professionals with practical experience in the use of digital technologies and good knowledge of machine learning biases were interviewed online. The data obtained from the interviews were analyzed using ATLAS.ti software. Findings – The study analysis shows data bias, model bias, human bias and sensor bias as the most prevalent biases affecting digital tools in construction. These biases contribute to various challenges in construction project performance, including increased project costs, safety risks, extended timelines, resource waste, project delays, flawed decision-making and reduced work quality. Practical implications – Though digital tools enhance processesin the construction industry, findingsfrom the study imply that machine learning biases in digital tools and technologies cause inaccuracies that adversely affect construction project performance. This situation inhibits the competitiveness and sustainability of a people-centered, highly litigious and complex construction industry. Originality/value – This study provides empirical evidence of the effect of machine learning biases on digital tools used in the construction industry. Expanding existing knowledge on machine learning biases can build greater trust in digital tools and maximize their benefits while minimizing unintended consequences. To achieve this, it is essential for stakeholders in the construction industry, including manufacturers and users of digital technologies, to become well-informed about these biases. By working together, they can develop effective strategies to mitigate these issues and ensure the successful implementation of digital tools.Item A Comparative Analysis of the Occupancy Rate of the Various Classes of Hotels in Ikeja, Lagos(IOP Conf. Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 2024) Iroham, C. O.; Nwanosike, U. A.; Adedotun, A. F.; Munyemana, S.; Osere, Janefrances NkemThe essence of hotels, no matter the class, is to have lodgers occupying them for various reasons amongst others. However, it has turned out that cutting across the various classes of hotels they have not been maximally occupied. Previous researches have studied various classes of hotels with respect to various issues while some others have focused on the occupancy rate of hotels notwithstanding the class. This present study assesses the occupancy rates of all the classes of hotels in the study area in a bid to determining any significant difference to enable investors to be well guided for sustainable returns. The study being a survey sampled the entire registered twenty-nine hotels in the study area cutting across the various classes as provided by the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC). Data collected was analysed using descriptive statistics such as percentage and harmonic mean where it was discovered that a minimum of 70% occupancy rates was evident for all classes of hotels. The use of the Chi-Square Test at 5% level of significance revealed that with a minimum p value of 0.583 the occupancy rates of the various classes of hotel have no significant difference and as such hotels regardless of their classes are faced with the same saturated market situation or standardized service delivery depending on the choice of lodgers. This in essence has consequences for strategic decision making in the hotel industry enabling stakeholders to improve their operational plans amongst others for sustainable hotel establishment.Item Appraising the Knowledge of Nigerian Women on the Use of Mobile Health Applications(Ethno Med, 18(3), 2024) Nwantah, Nkiruka Favour; Adeyeye, Babatunde; Okeke, Obianuju; Aririguzor, Stella; Kayode-Adedeji, Tolulope; Osere, NkemThis study appraises the awareness and usage patterns of mobile health (mHealth) applications among Nigerian women. Six Nigerian women from different locations participated in the focus group discussion (FGD), in which purposive sampling was used to get informed consent and record the participants’ responses for analysis. The results showed different levels of awareness about mHealth, emphasising the need for more education to improve acceptance and understanding. Personalised medical counselling, better menstrual cycle management, and the promotion of general well-being were among the main benefits of mHealth. On the other hand, difficulties with device accessibility, connectivity, and possible over-dependency were mentioned. The study concluded that mHealth positively impacts women’s health decisions and practices, emphasising the need for inclusive design, equitable access, and integrated care approaches to optimise mHealth implementation. These results emphasise the importance of focused efforts to address gaps and improve healthcare outcomes for Nigerian women through Health technologies.
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