The Effects of Militant Press on Nigeria\u27s Democratic Evolution

This is an in-depth study of the Nigerian press, the ubiquitous behemoth which called itself the defender of Nigeria\u27s national independence and the last hope of the common man. It\u27s a bold attempt to critically examine its antecedents, its evolution or development especially the historical, political, technological and socio-economic events that had impacted its growth, its world views and ideologies. It\u27s a thorough assessment of the press\u27 influence on Nigeria\u27s socio-economic and political development, as well as the suitability of its tactics and posturing toward attaining its set goals of economic and political emancipation of Nigerians. Most importantly, this study is aimed at determining whether the Nigerian Press\u27 militantly combative and adversarial posturing, cultivated since its emergence on Nigeria\u27s political scene during the colonial era, is still relevant in view of the nation\u27s current democratic experiment. And also whether there are better alternative strategies toward achieving good governance in Nigeria, which is its utmost desire