The roles of mass media in crisis resolution in Nigeria.

Date: 21-06-2022 12:31 pm (2 years ago) | Author: Divine Adams
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Key talking points

The role of mass media in information dissemination
Crisis resolution
Controversies associated with mass media and crisis news

Introduction
The mass media have been pivotal in information dissemination generally. Over time, we have seen the mass media expand their information channel to spread across newspapers, television, radio, and social media. The conventional social media which permits user generated content has overtime become news sources for the mainstream media.

This research project's topic considers the role of mass media in crisis resolution in Nigeria. While we recommend your consideration, here is a brush through on the role of the mass media in information dissemination, what crisis resolution is all about and the controversies associated with mass media crisis reportage.

The role of mass media in information dissemination.
The Mass media are mainstream information sources, to say the least. To tag any information credible, is to hear from the Mass media themselves. This is because information from this source is considered verified and valid.

The role of mass media as an information dissemination source includes shaping perceptions,  have a larger reach, and serve as a major information source.

Crisis and crisis resolution
Crisis is a period of strong and intense situations affecting an individual or a group enforcing negative changes to their environment, lifestyle or health especially with little or no warning. Crisis is often accompanied with fear and uncertainty.

Crisis resolution are strategic measures put in place either short-term or long-term,  to manage crisis and keep it at bay.

Controversies associated with mass media and crisis resolution reportage
The mass media plays significant roles in crisis resolution and management especially in building condolence and correction of mis perceptions. However there are handy controversies associated with their activities.

Firstly, there are as many media stations as the number of reports and news angles. Most times, there exist significant differences in news reports that either confirm or discredit each other.

Secondly the activities of the mass media sometimes can fuel crises rather than minimize its impact.

For more on the role of mass media crisis resolution refer to the page web page below

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