The Politics of the New Media and Poverty Reduction in Nigeria (2000 - 2022)
Master thesis
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2023Metadata
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The Nigerian anti-poverty schemes have had mixed success since 2000. In general, poverty levels have decreased over the past two decades, although this has not been uniform across the country. The federal government has implemented a number of initiatives and programs to address poverty, including the introduction of the National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP) in 2001 to the launch of the National Home-Grown School Feeding Programme (NHGSFP) in 2016. These schemes have provided financial and material support to millions of Nigerians living in poverty, helping to reduce poverty levels and improve the quality of life for many. However, poverty remains a persistent problem in Nigeria, with large regional disparities in access to government services and programs. Despite the government's efforts, the majority of Nigerians still live in poverty, and there is still a great deal of work to be done in order to reduce poverty and improve the quality of life for all Nigerians. In recent years, new media companies have started using technology to help track the progress of these schemes and measure the impact of the programs on poverty levels. These companies are also engaging with local communities to ensure that the programs are reaching those in need. However, there are still significant gaps in the implementation of these programs, and many of the most vulnerable people in the country remain unable to access them. In addition, there is a lack of enforcement of anti-poverty policies, leading to little improvement in poverty levels. Nigerian social media has been increasingly used to spread awareness of anti-poverty efforts and has played a role in mobilizing support for poverty alleviation initiatives. Social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and WhatsApp, have seen a surge in activism, with many Nigerians using these platforms to highlight the urgent need for action on poverty. Social media has also been used to spread information about poverty-reduction initiatives and to encourage citizens to demand better policies from the government. This has enabled the government to better understand the challenges facing communities and provide more targeted support. This paper examines the role of the media and government in poverty reduction in Nigeria. It focuses on the relationship between the government and media in the fight against poverty, their respective contributions to poverty reduction, and the challenges faced in achieving this goal. The paper is based on a review of the literature, reports from key stakeholders, and a survey of the media’s coverage of poverty reduction in Nigeria. It finds that the media and government have been largely successful in their respective roles in poverty reduction and that their cooperation is essential for the success of poverty reduction initiatives.