The Role of Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio in Managing Ehwrereko and Afiesere Crisis in Ughelli North Lga Area, Delta State
Abstract
This study was on the role of Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio in managing Ehwrereko and Afiesere crisis in Ughelli North LGA Area, Delta State. Three objectives were raised which included: To examine causes of communal crisis in Ehwrereko and Afiere, to examine the role of Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio in managing Ehwrereko and Afiesere crisis in Ughelli North LGA Area and to ascertain how has Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio enhanced relationship between the people of the Communities. The total population for the study is 75 selected residents in Ekwrereko and Afiesere. The researcher used questionnaires as the instrument for the data collection. Descriptive Survey research design was adopted for this study. The data collected were presented in tables and analyzed using simple percentages and frequencies.
Chapter one
Introduction
Background of the study
By supplying the public with timely and accurate information, radio broadcasts can be extremely important in helping communities manage crises. For those who might not have access to other modes of communication during a crisis, such as a natural catastrophe or emergency scenario, radio can be a trustworthy source of information. Updates on the situation, directions for leaving or staying put, and other crucial information can all be heard on radio stations. Radio can also be used to coordinate with other groups and emergency personnel in order to handle the crisis and support individuals in need. In general, radio broadcasts’ capacity to quickly spread information and link listeners to services can play a critical role in helping communities manage crises.
Communal clashes have over the years had a common phenomenon in the developing nations of the world, which Nigeria is inclusive.Ethnicity, religious differences, tribal, and land dispute and boundary adjustment cause these. Ethnicity refers to a group of people with a common socio/cultural identity such as language, worldview, religion, and cultural traits, Boaten(2000).
Thus, ethnic groups are social formations distinguished by the communal character (such as language and culture) of their boundaries Nnoli (1980). In other words, ethnic groups represent categories of people characterized by cultural symbols including language, value systems and normative behaviour, and whose members are anchored in a particular territory Otite (1990). Actually, the word ethnic is derived from the Greek word ethnos which means a group of people who share a common and distinctive culture.
In its classical meaning, ethnic relates to a member of a particular group, Imobighe, (2003). Hence ethnicity according to Imobighe should be seen as the feeling of belonging to a distinctive cultural or linguistic group, or a manifestation of ethnic consciousness in relation to other groups. Conflicts arise from the pursuit of divergent interests, goals and aspirations by individuals or groups in defined social and physical environments, Otite (1999). As observed in the literature, ethnic conflict derives their rationale and configuration from perceived socio/cultural differences.
In fact, Otite (1990) presents a picture of ethnicity as the contextual discrimination by members of one group against others on the basis of differentiated system of socio-cultural symbols. He affirms that ethnicity has the properties of common group consciousness and identity and also group exclusiveness on the basis of which social discriminations are made. In most cases, as Nigerian experience shown results to violent intractable conflicts.
Based on the background of the study wants to the role of Delta Broadcasting Service ( DBS) Radio in managing Ehwrereko and Afiesere crisis in Ughelli North LGA Area, Delta State.
Statement of the problem
In conflict times in Ehwereko and Afiesere crisis in Ughelli North in Delta state, the media has been involved along the line in ventilating information to the consuming public which has aid in escalating the conflict into taking position in different sides. Different media outfits have presented their views in biased form probably without considering the way it affects the relationship and stability of the public. In regard to the profession, efforts are made to ensure that the population knows the situation of the state but it is not enough to prove that such is true when considering the political influence and statements to douse tension from the people. Electronic and print media have played their role which is not considered to be up to standard (does not comply with the ethics of broadcasting) as expected. Staff in the media find it quite difficult to be neutral in their submissions and findings when it comes to the print media which result to individuals buying favorite papers which they believe will give them the right information. Most people believe in the electronic media, especially the radio where every happening is showed evidently without reduction or addition to the situation and report. With this, the role of the media especially radio as a tool to manage conflict becomes a challenge in the society. This study examines the role ofmass media in crisis resolution with particular reference to Delta Broadcasting Service, (DBS).
Research on communal crisis and media role is usually difficult if not impossible. This study is examining the role of the role of Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio in managing Ehwrereko and Afiesere crisis in Ughelli North LGA Area, Delta State in crisis resolution
Objective of the study
The following the research objectives will be ascertained;
- To examine causes of communal crisis in Ehwrereko and Afiere
- To examine the role of Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio in managing Ehwrereko and Afiesere crisis in Ughelli North LGA Area
- To ascertain how has Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio enhanced relationship between the people of the Communities
Research Questions
The following research questions are formulated to guide the study:
- What are the causes of communal crisis in Ehwrereko and Afiere?
- What is the role of Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio in managing Ehwrereko and Afiesere crisis in Ughelli North LGA Area?
- How has Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio enhanced relationship between the people of the Communities?
Research Hypotheses
The following research null hypotheses are formulated to guide the study
H1: There are no causes of communal crisis in Ehwrereko and Afiere
H2: There is no role of Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio in managing Ehwrereko and Afiesere crisis in Ughelli North LGA Area?
H3: Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio enhanced do not relationship between the people of the Communities
Significance of the study
The study will be very beneficial to students, lecturers and Delta state government. The study will give a clear insight on the he role of the role of Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio in managing Ehwrereko and Afiesere crisis in Ughelli North LGA Area, Delta. The study will educate the general public on the role radio play in crisis management in Delta state and can others state can follow sui. The study will also serve as a reference to others researchers that will embaark on the related topic
Scope of the study
The scope f the study covers the role of the role of Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Radio in managing Ehwrereko and Afiesere crisis in Ughelli North LGA Area, Delta. The study will be limited to residents of Ehwrereko and Afiesere communities.
Limitation of the study
But in the cause of the study, there were some factors which limited the scope of the study;
(a) Availability of research material: The research material available to the researcher is insufficient, thereby limiting the study.
(b) Time: The time frame allocated to the study does not enhance wider coverage as the researcher has to combine other academic activities and examinations with the study.
(c) Finance: The finance available for the research work does not allow for wider coverage as resources are very limited as the researcher has other academic bills to cover
Definition of terms
Media:the main means of mass communication (broadcasting, publishing, and the internet) regarded collectively.
Radio:Radio is sound communication by radio waves, usually through the transmission of music, news, and other types of programs from single broadcast stations to multitudes of individual listeners equipped with radio receivers.
Crisis management: Crisis Management is an organization’s process- and strategy-based approach for identifying and responding to a threat, an unanticipated event, or any negative disruption with the potential to harm people, property, or business processes.
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