BIG BROTHER NAIJA AND ITS INFLUENCE ON THE SOCIAL LIFE OF UNICROSS STUDENTS

Student: Lily Okpo Ene
Supervisor: Dr Emmanuel Inyang
HOD: Dr John I Ukam
Department of Mass Communication
Mass Communication
University of Cross River State, Calabar

Abstract

he Study examined Big Brother Naija and its influence on the social life of UNICROSS students. The objective of the study was to ascertain the influence of Big Brother Naija on the examine the factors that affects the viewing habits of UNICROSS students towards BBNaija. The researcher used relevant literature to gather secondary data while the Cultivation theory and Social Learning theory were adopted as the theoretical framework, The study employed the survey method while the multi-stage sampling technique was adopted to gather the primary data. The data generated in the course of the study were presented in tables and were discussed to enable the researcher draw her conclusion and recommendations. A total] of 100 copies of the questionnaire were administered to students of tudy revealed that, Peer Influence is a major factor that affects CROSS students has personal preferences which plays a significant role in determining their viewing habits and that BBNAIJA reality TV show has negatively influenced UNICROSS students in the area of unrealistic standards. Based on these, the researcher recommends that, producers should incorporate educational content into the show to make it more informative and beneficial for students. This could include segments on personal development, financial literacy, career guidance and awareness on social issues.

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