ABSTRACT
This
project is on “the press in Nigerian politics: with analysis of issues and
patterns of news coverage. The aim of the study is to find out whether or not
the Nigerian press is selective in its report of similar political issues that
affect the progress and functioning of the nation or not. To carry out this
research, the researcher adopted the content analysis method. There was
the review of relevant literature for the study. Summary of the finding was
given, while conclusions were drawn. Also the researcher made some
recommendations at the end up the study. Among the many findings of this study,
is that the press in Nigerian politics is a direct force in creating awareness,
shaping perception, informing and educating the general masses.