THE IMPACT OF MEDIA COVERAGE ON SPORT DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA ; A STUDY OF SPORT JOURNALISM

Background  It is an irrefutable truth that sports are a reliable instrument for a nation’s growth, health, and peace (Venkateswarlu, 2006a). The Federal Government of Nigeria recognizes sports’ ability to contribute to national development when it emphasizes the importance of sports promotion in all areas. The government directed in its – strategic plan for the […]