It was a hilarious situation in a community in Anambra State as two masquerades were bundled into a security van after they were apprehended for flogging and harassing residents of the community. The community which is located close to a higher institution is said to be celebrating their annual masquerade …
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How Culture Influences Journalism Practice In Nigeria
Value System Versus Journalistic Ethics: The Nigerian Experience The basic role of journalism in any society is to inform, educate and entertain. Dominick (2009, p.31) also refers to the information role as the surveillance function of the media. This, he says, is closely related to the interpretation function which consists …
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Cultural Barriers that Affect Healthcare Provider/ Patient Communication Culture consists of the totality of values, beliefs and norms that shape the lifestyle of a people. Socio-cultural values spell out esteemed life style and routine aspirations cherished by a society. At the core of any culture is a system of values …
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