Descriptive survey examines radio's role in language preservation, cultural promotion, and community identity in Nigeria, suggesting implications for policy support.
Key Points
This research investigates how radio broadcasting can help revitalize indigenous languages in South East Nigeria amidst a decline due to globalization and foreign language dominance.
Descriptive survey design implemented
Data collected through structured questionnaires from staff of selected radio stations
Descriptive statistical tools like frequency counts and percentages used for analysis.
Radio effectively promotes indigenous languages through various formats such as news and cultural programmes.
Indigenous language programmes receive significantly less airtime compared to English broadcasts.
Key barriers identified include inadequate funding, weak language policies, and competition from digital media.
Cite This Study
Emmanuel Afamefuna Uzoma (2025) studied this question.