-
Investigative Journalism As A Means Of Conflict Resolution In Cross River Newspaper Corporation (chronicle) Calabar.
CHAPTER ONE -- [Total Page(s) 3]
Page 2 of 3
-
-
-
1.2 Statement Of Problem
There are claims that investigative
journalism has been in the decline since its haydays in the 1970s , and
many investigations are now more concerned with entertainment than
information (Harcup,2009). However, investigative journalism as
practised in Nigeria is ineffective as it is constrained by several
problems despite its bright prospects. More often than not, journalists
publish half truth, distorted stories and outright falsehood without
indepth investigation, thereby making rumours ,unsubstantiated claims
and emotions the bedrock of information gathering.
Investigative
reporting reveals scandals, shames and corrupt individuals. It uncovers
secrets somebody wants to keep hidden. The journalists are also given
the image of brave and individualistic reporters, alerted by tip-offs,
bringing down a powerful and corrupt figure. Such images also tend to
suggest investigative reporters should focus only on the very biggest
stories such as presidents taking multimillion bribes from oil
companies, or rigging elections. These are misconceptions, which must be
corrected. This study intends to address the fact that Investigative
journalism is not just about investigating secrets that are locked up
through laws and concealment. It involves the role of journalists in
uncovering social, economic or cultural developments too recent to have
been identified by experts, hidden by received wisdom and masked by
media sensationalism as this is a means of resolving most prolonged
conflicts.
1.3 objectives of the study
The purpose of this study
is to examine investigative journalism as a means of conflict
resolution. The specific objectives of the study include;
(i) To determine the role of investigative journalism in conflict resolution
(ii) To examine the difference between investigative journalism and hard news reportage in conflict resolution
(iii) To examine misconception of investigative journalism in conflict resolution.
1.4 Research Questions
In order to achieve the objectives of this study the following research question will be considered to guide the study:
(i) To what extent does investigative journalism impact in conflict resolution?
(ii) How does investigative journalism differ from hard news reportage in conflict resolution?
(iii) What are the misconceptions about investigative journalism in conflict resolution?
CHAPTER ONE -- [Total Page(s) 3]
Page 2 of 3
-
-
ABSRACT - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]This research on Investigative journalism: A means of conflict resolution is conducted to determine the role of investigative journalism in conflict resolution. The purpose of the study is to establish the role of investigative journalism in conflict resolution. The research design used in this study is the survey research design. Samples were made from the population through the random sampling techniques. This technique was used in selecting Cross River Newspaper corporation (CHRONICLE) Cala ... Continue reading---
