FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT
| dc.contributor.author | Oko-Epelle Lydia | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-05-09T16:38:05Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-05-09T16:38:05Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2023 | |
| dc.description.abstract | In order to facilitate easy access to information and create an open society, the concept of freedom of information (FOI) is widely accepted, particularly in democratic societies. Nigeria adopted the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) in 2011 to make information easily accessible, as obtainable in other climes. This study examines the concept of information freedom and the issues and challenges associated with FOIA. It also examines the nature of Nigerian journalism practice. Some of the challenges mentioned in this paper include information access denial, legal loopholes, and public servants needing to be aware of the Freedom of Information Act. The paper finds that the current Freedom of Information Act 2011 offers no relief. The Act does not provide the media with any additional protection; rather it merely imposed duties and obligations on the media without explicitly granting rights or privileges beyond the general right to free expression enjoined by all citizens. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://repository.run.edu.ng/handle/123456789/4526 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | IMSU Journal of Communication Studies | |
| dc.relation.ispartofseries | 7; 1 | |
| dc.title | FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT | |
| dc.title.alternative | ISSUES AND CHALLENGES IN NIGERIAN JOURNALISM PRACTICE | |
| dc.type | Article |