Published 2025-04-28
Keywords
- Broadcast Media,,
- Catalyst,
- Language and Cultural Identity,
- Rivers State,
- Nigeria
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Abstract
This study ascertained the broadcast media as a catalyst for language and cultural identity in Rivers State, Nigeria. Cultural transmission theory was anchored in this study. This study adopted the qualitative research approach using the library research method. The population of the study comprised all published and unpublished works relevant to media and cultural studies in Nigeria, estimated at over 2,000 accessible academic sources within university libraries, media archives, and online scholarly databases. From this population, a purposive sample size of 150 key texts was selected based on their relevance, recency, credibility and thematic alignment with the study's objectives. The sampling technique employed was purposive sampling and data collection involved systematically reviewing and synthesizing these sources, focusing on thematic content such as language representation, cultural promotion, and the roles of local media in Rivers State. Data analysis was conducted through content analysis, which enabled the identification of recurring themes, patterns and conceptual linkages across the reviewed literature. The study found that broadcast media in Rivers State incorporates indigenous languages and cultural content to a moderate extent, with certain ethnic groups, such as the Ikwerre, Kalabari, and Ogoni, being better represented than others due to linguistic diversity and the broader popularity of their languages in the media. However, the incorporation of these languages remains limited by market demands and resource constraints within local broadcasting stations. The study concluded that while broadcast media in Rivers State incorporates indigenous languages to a moderate extent, the diversity of languages spoken in the region requires further efforts to ensure equitable representation of all ethnic groups. Addressing the limitations in resources and market demands could. The study recommended that broadcast media in Rivers State should increase the representation of all indigenous languages to ensure equitable cultural representation and foster inclusivity across the region’s diverse ethnic groups
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