The Influence of Historical Films on Youths’ Knowledge of Nigerian History in Keffi North Local Government Area, Nasarawa State
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Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
Historical films serve as an engaging medium for educating audiences about past events, cultural heritage, and national identity. In Nigeria, where the teaching of history in schools has often been inconsistent, films offer an alternative means of preserving and disseminating historical knowledge (Ibrahim & Ahmed, 2023). Historical films like October 1 and Half of a Yellow Sun not only entertain but also inform audiences, particularly youths, about key events in Nigerian history. In Keffi North Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, where access to formal education is sometimes limited, historical films play a critical role in shaping youths’ understanding of the nation’s past. This study investigates the influence of historical films on the historical knowledge of youths in Keffi North, exploring their impact on awareness and appreciation of Nigerian history.
1.2 Statement of the Problem
The decline in the teaching of history in Nigerian schools has led to a knowledge gap among youths regarding the nation’s heritage and historical milestones. While historical films have the potential to fill this gap, their accuracy and effectiveness in enhancing historical knowledge are often questioned (Okafor & Musa, 2024). In Keffi North, where media consumption among youths is high, the extent to which historical films influence their understanding of Nigerian history remains underexplored.
1.3 Objectives of the Study
- To analyze the historical themes depicted in Nigerian historical films.
- To assess the impact of historical films on youths’ knowledge of Nigerian history in Keffi North Local Government Area.
- To explore the role of historical films in promoting national identity among youths.
1.4 Research Questions
- What historical themes are depicted in Nigerian historical films?
- How do historical films influence youths’ knowledge of Nigerian history in Keffi North?
- What role do historical films play in promoting national identity among youths?
1.5 Research Hypothesis
- Nigerian historical films effectively depict key historical events and themes.
- Exposure to historical films increases youths’ knowledge of Nigerian history in Keffi North.
- Historical films promote a sense of national identity among young viewers.
1.6 Significance of the Study
This study highlights the educational value of historical films, emphasizing their role in bridging knowledge gaps in Nigerian history among youths. The findings provide insights for filmmakers, educators, and policymakers aiming to leverage media for historical education and cultural preservation.
1.7 Scope and Limitations of the Study
The study focuses on the influence of historical films on youths’ knowledge of Nigerian history in Keffi North Local Government Area, Nasarawa State. It examines specific films and their impact on the target audience.
1.8 Operational Definition of Terms
- Historical Films: Movies that depict events, people, or periods from the past, often with educational and cultural significance.
- Nigerian History: The recorded events, cultural heritage, and milestones of Nigeria as a nation.
- Keffi North Local Government Area: A region in Nasarawa State, Nigeria, selected for this study.
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