Journalism Training and Journalists Performance in Nigeria

When the journalist performs below society's expectations, who should take the flak? Several studies in developed countries have proffered answers to this question. Such answers however beg the issue in relation to Africa. This book is an empirical examination of journalism training and journalists performance. It crystallizes the views of journalism trainers and newspaper editors: two critical players in the journalism business. The author employed strict research methods and instruments to engage respondents to analyze vital issues around journalism training and performance. He examines the challenges and prospects of the training system and shows why many journalism graduates are ill prepared for the job market. This book would be of immense benefits to journalism scholars and trainers, media educators, education policy makers, non-governmental agencies and enthusiasts who are interested in comparative discourses on journalism and journalism training in Africa with other regions of the world. If you are looking for a profound scholarship on journalism training and performance in Nigeria ( a microcosm of Africa), here it is!