AN ANALYSIS OF LEXICAL COHESIVE DEVICES IN THE OPENING ADDRESS BY HIS EXCELLENCY FORMER GOVERNOR OF BORNO STATE, ALHAJI ASHEIKH JARMA, ON THE OCCASION OF THE 6TH NATIONAL FESTIVAL FOR ARTS AND CULTURE
Abstract
This research examines the uses of lexical cohesion in a selected text: the opening address by his Excellency, Alhaji Asheikh Jarma, Former governor of Borno State, (1983) on the occasion of the 6th National Festival for Arts and Culture. The aim of the study was to analyse the lexical element contribute to the overall unity and meaning of the text. Halliday and Hassan (1976) was adopted as model of approach. The study identified and classifies instances of repetition, synonym, subordinate term, general word, and collocation, exploring their roles in creating a cohesive discourse. The findings reveal patterns in lexical choices that enhance textual coherence, highlighting the significance of lexical cohesion in effective communication. This research provide insights into the intricate relationship between lexical elements and text offering a valuable contribution to the field of discourse analysis.
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