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The Role of Community-Based Journalism in Education Advocacy in Keffi LGA, Nasarawa State

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Chapter One: Introduction

1.1 Background of the Study
Community-based journalism serves as a vital tool for addressing local issues and advocating for social change. In Keffi LGA, Nasarawa State, education advocacy is a critical area where community-based journalism can influence policy decisions and raise awareness among stakeholders. This form of journalism focuses on localized issues, making it accessible and relevant to the immediate community. Education in Keffi LGA faces challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, teacher shortages, and low enrollment rates, particularly among girls. Community-based journalists have the capacity to highlight these issues, amplify the voices of affected residents, and mobilize community efforts toward solutions (Abdullahi & Musa, 2024). By leveraging platforms such as community radio, local newspapers, and digital channels, these journalists create a bridge between policymakers, educators, and the community, fostering accountability and collective action.

1.2 Statement of the Problem
Despite its potential, community-based journalism in Keffi LGA is underutilized in advocating for educational reforms. Challenges such as limited resources, lack of training in advocacy reporting, and political interference hinder its effectiveness. Additionally, there is insufficient empirical data on how community-based journalism contributes to education advocacy in the region. This study investigates the role of community-based journalism in promoting educational development, identifying barriers and proposing strategies for improvement.

1.3 Objectives of the Study

  1. To explore the role of community-based journalism in education advocacy in Keffi LGA.
  2. To identify challenges faced by community-based journalists in education advocacy.
  3. To recommend strategies for enhancing the impact of community-based journalism in promoting education.

1.4 Research Questions

  1. How does community-based journalism contribute to education advocacy in Keffi LGA?
  2. What challenges do community-based journalists face in promoting educational reforms?
  3. What strategies can enhance the effectiveness of community-based journalism in education advocacy?

1.5 Research Hypotheses

  1. H0: Community-based journalism does not significantly impact education advocacy in Keffi LGA.
  2. H1: Challenges such as limited resources reduce the effectiveness of community-based journalism in education advocacy.
  3. H2: Improved training and resource allocation enhance the role of community-based journalism in promoting education.

1.6 Significance of the Study
This study highlights the importance of community-based journalism in addressing educational challenges in Keffi LGA. The findings will benefit journalists, educators, policymakers, and community organizations by offering insights into how localized reporting can drive educational reforms and mobilize community action.

1.7 Scope and Limitations of the Study
The study focuses on the role of community-based journalism in education advocacy within Keffi LGA, Nasarawa State, without extending to other forms of journalism or LGAs.

1.8 Operational Definition of Terms

  • Community-Based Journalism: A form of journalism focused on local issues and community engagement.
  • Education Advocacy: Efforts to promote access to quality education and drive educational reforms.
  • Localized Reporting: Journalism that emphasizes issues specific to a particular community.




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