An Assessment of Semantic Coherence in Nigerian News Headlines: A Comparative Analysis of Regional Reporting
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Background of the Study
News headlines serve as the gateway to information, encapsulating complex stories in brief, impactful statements. In Nigeria, where media outlets operate in a multilingual and culturally diverse landscape, maintaining semantic coherence in news headlines is critical for effective communication. This study examines how regional news outlets construct headlines, comparing the semantic strategies used in northern versus southern reporting. It explores elements such as word choice, syntactic simplicity, and the use of figurative language, all of which contribute to clarity and coherence. By analyzing a corpus of headlines from various regional newspapers and broadcast media, the research aims to identify common patterns and regional differences in semantic presentation. The study further investigates how these differences may affect audience interpretation and engagement. Understanding semantic coherence in news headlines is essential for ensuring that information is conveyed accurately and effectively to diverse audiences (Ifeanyi, 2023; Obi, 2024; Eze, 2025).
Statement of the Problem
Despite the importance of semantic coherence in news headlines, there is limited comparative research on how regional variations affect message clarity in Nigerian media. Disparities in language use and stylistic conventions between regions can lead to inconsistencies that confuse readers and reduce the overall impact of news reporting (Ifeanyi, 2023). The absence of systematic analysis of these semantic differences impedes efforts to standardize headline practices and optimize communication across diverse audiences (Obi, 2024). This study seeks to fill this gap by evaluating the semantic coherence of headlines from various regions, providing insights to improve clarity in news reporting (Eze, 2025).
Objectives of the Study
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To compare semantic coherence in news headlines from different Nigerian regions.
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To identify factors that influence clarity and consistency.
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To recommend strategies for enhancing headline effectiveness.
Research Questions
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How do regional news outlets differ in semantic presentation of headlines?
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What linguistic features contribute to semantic coherence?
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How can headline construction be standardized for better clarity?
Significance of the Study
This study offers valuable insights into semantic coherence in Nigerian news headlines, providing guidance for media practitioners and policymakers to improve clarity and audience engagement in regional reporting (Ifeanyi, 2023; Obi, 2024; Eze, 2025).
Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study focuses exclusively on news headlines from Nigerian regional media and does not extend to full news articles or online news formats.
Definitions of Terms
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Semantic Coherence: The clarity and consistency of meaning in language.
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News Headlines: Brief statements summarizing news content.
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Regional Reporting: News coverage produced by local media outlets.
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