Issue
Authors retain the copyright without restrictions for their published content in this journal. HSSR is a SHERPA ROMEO Green Journal.
Publishing License
This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of
NEWSPAPER FRAMING OF THE ACTIVITIES OF THE ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL CRIMES COMMISSION UNDER PRESIDENT MUHAMMADUBUHARI’S ADMINISTRATION
Corresponding Author(s) : Ikusemiju Ayokunle Oluwadamilare
Humanities & Social Sciences Reviews,
Vol. 8 No. 3 (2020): May
Abstract
Objectives of the Study: The purpose of this study was to examine newspaper framing of the activities of the EFCC under President Buhari, using four purposively selected newspapers. In doing this, the researchers focused on the prevalence of frames, most prominent frames, and interpretations they gave to the activities of EFCC.
Methodology: Content analysis and critical discourse analysis were adopted as the research methods. By means of the constructed week sampling technique, 288 editions of the selected newspapers years were studied.
Results: It was found that six (6) frames constituted 75% frame prevalence rate, while two (2) frames constituted 15% non-prevalence rate. The corruption-combating/criminalisation frame was the most prominent. Interpretation of the reports revealed that some newspapers presented EFCC as victimisers, while some appraised its activities at mitigating graft in Nigeria.
Application/implications: The implication of these results is that journalists need to improve in their framing anti-corruption efforts as part of their social responsibility to the Nigerian society.
Originality/ Novelty: This study has contributed to our understanding of the role of the media in promoting good governance and accountability in a developing country like Nigeria.
Keywords
Download Citation
Endnote/Zotero/Mendeley (RIS)BibTeX
- Abdulbaqi, S. &Ariemu, O. (2017), Newspapers framing of herdsmen-farmers’ conflicts in Nigeria and its implication on peace-oriented journalism. The Creative Artists 11(2), 77-105.
- About Nigerians (2018).List of Newspapers in Nigeria. Retrieved from www.aboutnigerians.com/list-and-review-of-newspaper-in-nigeria/
- Abubakre, F. (2017). Press framing of anti-corruption war on Buhari’s first year anniversary. Journal of Media Critiques (JMC), 3(12) 179-191. https://doi.org/10.17349/jmc117410 DOI: https://doi.org/10.17349/jmc117410
- Adekola, O. & Lamond, J. (2018). A media framing analysis of urban flooding in Nigeria: current narratives and implications for policy. Reg Environ Change, 18, 1145-1159. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10113-017-1253-y DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10113-017-1253-y
- Adekunle, L. (2017). Newspaper framing of 2014 Ebola outbreak in Nigeria: assessing the nexus between audience perceptions and message influence. Retrieved from https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/ fa22/81e880844b173ae565a0f75a9dddf08d6ad9.pdf
- Ale, V. (2020). A library-based model for explaining information exchange on Coronavirus disease in Nigeria. Ianna Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 1,1-10.
- Amenaghawon, F. (2017). Print media framing of the Niger Delta conflict in two selected Nigerian newspapers. An Appraisal of the Role of ICT as a Tool for Participatory Democracy in Nigeria, 1(1), 88-101.
- Anyadike, D. (2015). Analysis of newspaper framing of the Nigerian Governor’s Forum Election Crisis of 2013.Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences,6 (6s1), 315-327. https://doi.org/10.5901/mjss.2015.v6n6s1p315 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5901/mjss.2015.v6n6s1p315
- Badiru, I. and Sunmonu, I. (2018).Reportage and framing of Pastoralist-farmer conflicts in Nigerian newspapers.Journal of Agricultural Extension, 22 (3), 1-8. https://doi.org/10.4314/jae.v22i3.1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/jae.v22i3.1
- Chime-Nganya, C., Ezegwu, D. and Ezeji Agnes (2017).Analysis of Nigerian newspapers framing of President MohammaduBuhari’s medical leave to United Kingdom. Media and Communication Currents, 1(2), 39-56.
- Chime-Nganya, C., Ezeji, A. and Ezegwu, D. (2017). Secessionist threat and media framing in Nigeria: Analysing IPOB/Nigeria Army clash/effects on the public. Renaissance University Journal of Management and Social Sciences (RUJMASS), 3(1), 2-20.
- Egbunike, N. (2015). Framing the #Occupy Nigeria Protests in newspapers and social media. Open Access Library Journal. 2(e1486), 1-13. https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1101486 DOI: https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1101486
- Entman R. (1993.) Framing: Toward clarification of a fractured paradigm. Journal of Communication Studies.43, 51–58. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1460-2466.1993.tb01304.x DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1460-2466.1993.tb01304.x
- Gever, V. C (2018). When Solution triggers more conflict: Frames and toner of media coverage of anti-open grazing law of Benue State, Nigeria. Media, War and Conflict. A SAGE Publication. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/1750635218810908
- Gever, V. C,Okunu, M &Oyeoku, E (2019). Media and opposing voices: News frames and slants of Nigeria’s restructuring agitations. African Journalism Studies Taylor of Francis Publication. https://doi.org/10.1080/23743670.2018.1549576 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/23743670.2018.1549576
- Human Rights Watch (2011). Introduction: Corruption and Human Rights in Nigeria. Retrieved from https://www.hrw.org/report/2011/08/25/corruption-trial/record-nigerias-economic-and-financial-crimes-commission.
- Kari, K. (2020). Predictors of the utilization of digital library features among women patrons: The moderating role of marital status. Ianna Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 2,1-12..
- Magu, I. (2018). EFCC recovers N871bn looted funds, 407 mansions in 3 years. Retrieved from https://www.vanguardngr.com/2018/11/efcc-recovers-n871bn-looted-funds-407-mansions-in-3-years-magu/).
- Mailafia, O. (2017). On the Conceptualisation of Economic Crime (II). Retrieved from https://www.blueprint.ng/on-the-conceptualisation-of-economic-crime-ii/
- McCombs, M. and Reynolds, A. (2002).News influence on our pictures of the world. Media effects: Advances in theory and research. Cambridge: Blackwell Pub.
- McQuail, D. (2005). McQuail’s Mass Communication Theory,(5th ed). Sage Publications Limited. https://doi.org/10.4135/9780857024374 DOI: https://doi.org/10.4135/9780857024374
- Melugbo, D. Ogbuakane, M & Jemisenia, J. (2020). Entrepreneurial potential self-assessment in times of COVID-19: Assessing readiness, involvement, motivation and limitations among young adults in Nigeria, Ianna Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies,2, 1-14..
- Ngwu, C., Ekwe, O. and Chiaha, C. (2015).Nigerian newspapers framing of the Chibok School Girls abduction (a study of Guardian, Daily Sun, The Trust and Leadership newspapers).Global Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, 3(8), 78-93.
- Nwabueze, C. and Edegoh, I. (2010).Framing the agenda: Press coverage of the 2008 teachers’ strike in Nigeria. Journal of Communication and Media Research, 2(1), 113-120.
- Nwabueze, C. and Ezebuenyi, E. (2019).Newspaper framing of Biafra Agitation under Buhari’s administration and its influence on public support for the struggle. Retrieved from https://www.tandfonline.com/action/showCitFormats?doi=10.1080%2F23743670.2019.1570296 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/23743670.2019.1570296
- Nwammuo, A., Nwafor, G. and Onuoama, E. (2019).Media trials and objectivity: Nigerian journalists’ assessment of Sahara Reporters’ framing of corruption allegations by Buhari administration. Retrieved from https://www.researchgate.net/publication /333616652
- Obayi, P., Anorue, L.&Onyebuchi, C. (2016). Demystifying content and data analyses in social science research. DeGreat Publishers.
- Odii, A. Ngwu, O., Aniakor, C., Owelle, C., Aniagboso, C., Uzuanwu, W. (2020). Effect of COVID-19 lockdown on poor urban households in Nigeria: Where do we go from here? Ianna Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 1-12.
- Ogbonne, I. (2020). Cutting the head as cure for headache: Exploring the economic impact of Niger Delta Militancy on host communities. Ianna Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 1,1-16.
- Okoro, N. and Odoemelam, C. (2013). Print media framing of Boko Haram Insurgency in Nigeria: A Content Analytical study of the Guardian, Daily Sun, Vanguard and Thisday newspapers. International Institute for Science, Technology and Education, 3(11), 86-95.
- Olijo, I. (2017). An Assessment of newspaper framing of anti-corruption war of President Muhammadu Buhari. Plasu Journal of Communication Studies, 1(1), 117-136.
- Onifade, S. (2015).Media narratives on power relations in Nigeria: A Critical Discourse Analysis of three national newspaper columnists. Retrieved from http://i-rep.emu.edu.tr:8080/xmlui/handle/11129/1753
- Onyebuchi, A. and Obayi, P. (2009).Analysis of newspaper framing of the 2009 rebranding Nigeria campaign. Retrieved from http://eprints.gouni.edu.ng/1030/1/ANALYSIS%20 OF%20NEWSPAPER%20FRAMING %20OF%20THE%202009%20REBRANDING%20NIGERIA%20CAMPAIGNS%20six.pdf
- Pulse (2018).Pulse List 2018: Top 5 corruption stories in Nigeria. Retrieved from https://www.pulse.ng /news/loca l/pulse-list-2018-top-5-corruption-stories-in-nigeria/5b98jm9
- Salaudeen, K., Adebiyi, R. and Sanni, A. (2018).Framing of the anti-graft war in selected Nigerian Newspapers. NOVENA Journal of Communication, 6, 172-183.
- Scheufele, D. (1999). Framing as a theory of media effects. Journal of Communication 49, 103-122. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1460-2466.1999.tb02784.x DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1460-2466.1999.tb02784.x
- Transparency International ranking of Nigeria (2018).Daily Trust, March, 5. Retrieved from https://www.dailytrust.com.ng/transparency-international-ranking-of-nigeria.html
- Udende, P. and Chile, C. (2017). News Framing of Nigeria’s Seventh National Assembly: Implication on perception and political actions of the publics. International Journal of Communication, 21(1), 146-156.
- Ukonu, M.&Ajaero, I. (2017). Newspaper framing of incumbent president and challenger in Nigeria’s 2015 presidential election. Covenant Journal of Communication (CJOC). Vol. 8(2), 1-17.
- Venturesafrica (n.d).Dasukigate:Here is a breakdown of the alleged misappropriation of $2.1bn by dasuki and others. Retrieved from www.venturesafrica.com/dasukigate-here-is-a-breakdown-of-the-misappropriation-of-2-1-bn-meant-for-arms-deal-by-dasuki-and-others/
- Waziri, F. (2011).The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) critical role in growing the economy. Retrieved from https://www.proshareng.com/ news/Nigeria-Economy/The-Economic-and-Financial-Crimes-Commission’ s-(Efcc’s)-Critical-Role-in-Growing-the-Economy-/14392
- Wimmer, D. and Dominick, J. (2011).Mass media research: An introduction (9th Ed.). Wadsworth.
References
Abdulbaqi, S. &Ariemu, O. (2017), Newspapers framing of herdsmen-farmers’ conflicts in Nigeria and its implication on peace-oriented journalism. The Creative Artists 11(2), 77-105.
About Nigerians (2018).List of Newspapers in Nigeria. Retrieved from www.aboutnigerians.com/list-and-review-of-newspaper-in-nigeria/
Abubakre, F. (2017). Press framing of anti-corruption war on Buhari’s first year anniversary. Journal of Media Critiques (JMC), 3(12) 179-191. https://doi.org/10.17349/jmc117410 DOI: https://doi.org/10.17349/jmc117410
Adekola, O. & Lamond, J. (2018). A media framing analysis of urban flooding in Nigeria: current narratives and implications for policy. Reg Environ Change, 18, 1145-1159. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10113-017-1253-y DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10113-017-1253-y
Adekunle, L. (2017). Newspaper framing of 2014 Ebola outbreak in Nigeria: assessing the nexus between audience perceptions and message influence. Retrieved from https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/ fa22/81e880844b173ae565a0f75a9dddf08d6ad9.pdf
Ale, V. (2020). A library-based model for explaining information exchange on Coronavirus disease in Nigeria. Ianna Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 1,1-10.
Amenaghawon, F. (2017). Print media framing of the Niger Delta conflict in two selected Nigerian newspapers. An Appraisal of the Role of ICT as a Tool for Participatory Democracy in Nigeria, 1(1), 88-101.
Anyadike, D. (2015). Analysis of newspaper framing of the Nigerian Governor’s Forum Election Crisis of 2013.Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences,6 (6s1), 315-327. https://doi.org/10.5901/mjss.2015.v6n6s1p315 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5901/mjss.2015.v6n6s1p315
Badiru, I. and Sunmonu, I. (2018).Reportage and framing of Pastoralist-farmer conflicts in Nigerian newspapers.Journal of Agricultural Extension, 22 (3), 1-8. https://doi.org/10.4314/jae.v22i3.1 DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/jae.v22i3.1
Chime-Nganya, C., Ezegwu, D. and Ezeji Agnes (2017).Analysis of Nigerian newspapers framing of President MohammaduBuhari’s medical leave to United Kingdom. Media and Communication Currents, 1(2), 39-56.
Chime-Nganya, C., Ezeji, A. and Ezegwu, D. (2017). Secessionist threat and media framing in Nigeria: Analysing IPOB/Nigeria Army clash/effects on the public. Renaissance University Journal of Management and Social Sciences (RUJMASS), 3(1), 2-20.
Egbunike, N. (2015). Framing the #Occupy Nigeria Protests in newspapers and social media. Open Access Library Journal. 2(e1486), 1-13. https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1101486 DOI: https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1101486
Entman R. (1993.) Framing: Toward clarification of a fractured paradigm. Journal of Communication Studies.43, 51–58. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1460-2466.1993.tb01304.x DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1460-2466.1993.tb01304.x
Gever, V. C (2018). When Solution triggers more conflict: Frames and toner of media coverage of anti-open grazing law of Benue State, Nigeria. Media, War and Conflict. A SAGE Publication. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/1750635218810908
Gever, V. C,Okunu, M &Oyeoku, E (2019). Media and opposing voices: News frames and slants of Nigeria’s restructuring agitations. African Journalism Studies Taylor of Francis Publication. https://doi.org/10.1080/23743670.2018.1549576 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/23743670.2018.1549576
Human Rights Watch (2011). Introduction: Corruption and Human Rights in Nigeria. Retrieved from https://www.hrw.org/report/2011/08/25/corruption-trial/record-nigerias-economic-and-financial-crimes-commission.
Kari, K. (2020). Predictors of the utilization of digital library features among women patrons: The moderating role of marital status. Ianna Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 2,1-12..
Magu, I. (2018). EFCC recovers N871bn looted funds, 407 mansions in 3 years. Retrieved from https://www.vanguardngr.com/2018/11/efcc-recovers-n871bn-looted-funds-407-mansions-in-3-years-magu/).
Mailafia, O. (2017). On the Conceptualisation of Economic Crime (II). Retrieved from https://www.blueprint.ng/on-the-conceptualisation-of-economic-crime-ii/
McCombs, M. and Reynolds, A. (2002).News influence on our pictures of the world. Media effects: Advances in theory and research. Cambridge: Blackwell Pub.
McQuail, D. (2005). McQuail’s Mass Communication Theory,(5th ed). Sage Publications Limited. https://doi.org/10.4135/9780857024374 DOI: https://doi.org/10.4135/9780857024374
Melugbo, D. Ogbuakane, M & Jemisenia, J. (2020). Entrepreneurial potential self-assessment in times of COVID-19: Assessing readiness, involvement, motivation and limitations among young adults in Nigeria, Ianna Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies,2, 1-14..
Ngwu, C., Ekwe, O. and Chiaha, C. (2015).Nigerian newspapers framing of the Chibok School Girls abduction (a study of Guardian, Daily Sun, The Trust and Leadership newspapers).Global Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, 3(8), 78-93.
Nwabueze, C. and Edegoh, I. (2010).Framing the agenda: Press coverage of the 2008 teachers’ strike in Nigeria. Journal of Communication and Media Research, 2(1), 113-120.
Nwabueze, C. and Ezebuenyi, E. (2019).Newspaper framing of Biafra Agitation under Buhari’s administration and its influence on public support for the struggle. Retrieved from https://www.tandfonline.com/action/showCitFormats?doi=10.1080%2F23743670.2019.1570296 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/23743670.2019.1570296
Nwammuo, A., Nwafor, G. and Onuoama, E. (2019).Media trials and objectivity: Nigerian journalists’ assessment of Sahara Reporters’ framing of corruption allegations by Buhari administration. Retrieved from https://www.researchgate.net/publication /333616652
Obayi, P., Anorue, L.&Onyebuchi, C. (2016). Demystifying content and data analyses in social science research. DeGreat Publishers.
Odii, A. Ngwu, O., Aniakor, C., Owelle, C., Aniagboso, C., Uzuanwu, W. (2020). Effect of COVID-19 lockdown on poor urban households in Nigeria: Where do we go from here? Ianna Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 1-12.
Ogbonne, I. (2020). Cutting the head as cure for headache: Exploring the economic impact of Niger Delta Militancy on host communities. Ianna Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 1,1-16.
Okoro, N. and Odoemelam, C. (2013). Print media framing of Boko Haram Insurgency in Nigeria: A Content Analytical study of the Guardian, Daily Sun, Vanguard and Thisday newspapers. International Institute for Science, Technology and Education, 3(11), 86-95.
Olijo, I. (2017). An Assessment of newspaper framing of anti-corruption war of President Muhammadu Buhari. Plasu Journal of Communication Studies, 1(1), 117-136.
Onifade, S. (2015).Media narratives on power relations in Nigeria: A Critical Discourse Analysis of three national newspaper columnists. Retrieved from http://i-rep.emu.edu.tr:8080/xmlui/handle/11129/1753
Onyebuchi, A. and Obayi, P. (2009).Analysis of newspaper framing of the 2009 rebranding Nigeria campaign. Retrieved from http://eprints.gouni.edu.ng/1030/1/ANALYSIS%20 OF%20NEWSPAPER%20FRAMING %20OF%20THE%202009%20REBRANDING%20NIGERIA%20CAMPAIGNS%20six.pdf
Pulse (2018).Pulse List 2018: Top 5 corruption stories in Nigeria. Retrieved from https://www.pulse.ng /news/loca l/pulse-list-2018-top-5-corruption-stories-in-nigeria/5b98jm9
Salaudeen, K., Adebiyi, R. and Sanni, A. (2018).Framing of the anti-graft war in selected Nigerian Newspapers. NOVENA Journal of Communication, 6, 172-183.
Scheufele, D. (1999). Framing as a theory of media effects. Journal of Communication 49, 103-122. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1460-2466.1999.tb02784.x DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1460-2466.1999.tb02784.x
Transparency International ranking of Nigeria (2018).Daily Trust, March, 5. Retrieved from https://www.dailytrust.com.ng/transparency-international-ranking-of-nigeria.html
Udende, P. and Chile, C. (2017). News Framing of Nigeria’s Seventh National Assembly: Implication on perception and political actions of the publics. International Journal of Communication, 21(1), 146-156.
Ukonu, M.&Ajaero, I. (2017). Newspaper framing of incumbent president and challenger in Nigeria’s 2015 presidential election. Covenant Journal of Communication (CJOC). Vol. 8(2), 1-17.
Venturesafrica (n.d).Dasukigate:Here is a breakdown of the alleged misappropriation of $2.1bn by dasuki and others. Retrieved from www.venturesafrica.com/dasukigate-here-is-a-breakdown-of-the-misappropriation-of-2-1-bn-meant-for-arms-deal-by-dasuki-and-others/
Waziri, F. (2011).The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) critical role in growing the economy. Retrieved from https://www.proshareng.com/ news/Nigeria-Economy/The-Economic-and-Financial-Crimes-Commission’ s-(Efcc’s)-Critical-Role-in-Growing-the-Economy-/14392
Wimmer, D. and Dominick, J. (2011).Mass media research: An introduction (9th Ed.). Wadsworth.