International Journal of International Relations, Media and Mass Communication Studies (IJIRMMCS)

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Exploring the Extent of Press Freedom in Nigeria (Published)

Press freedom has become one of the major challenges of Journalism practice in the world. This paper explores the factors militating against press freedom in Nigeria using some relevant examples. The researcher used the qualitative method of research using secondary data comprising of books, journals and other scholars opinion for the discuss and analysis. The study is embedded on two theories out of the normative theories i.e the authoritarian and social responsibility theory. The study reveals that  there are a lot of factors in Nigeria that impedes or militates against press freedom ranging from secrecy, legal pressure, direct censorship and force among others. Findings also reveal that Nigerian press freedom is a paradox and only exist on paper i.e.  on constitution but not in practice.  The research recommends that since press freedom is granted in the constitution of Nigeria, there should be statutory backup and   in order not to hinder press freedom, journalist should be allowed to have access to government sources and records so long as it will not bring chaos to the society at large.

Keywords: Journalism, Journalist, Militates, Nigeria, press freedom

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