The Impact of Twitter Ban on Government Transparency and Accountability
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Abstract
This study examines the impact of the Twitter ban on government transparency and accountability. Twitter is a popular social media platform that serves as a vital tool for communication, information sharing, and public discourse. However, in certain instances, governments may impose bans or restrictions on social media platforms, raising concerns about the implications for democratic governance, transparency, and accountability. This study focuses on the specific case of the Twitter ban and its effects on government transparency and accountability. It explores the consequences of restricting access to Twitter, both in terms of limiting the flow of information and impeding citizens’ ability to hold their governments accountable. By analyzing existing literature, media reports, and case studies, this study assesses how the Twitter ban influences government transparency. It examines the impact on access to real-time information, citizens’ ability to engage with government officials and institutions, and the availability of alternative platforms for public discourse. Furthermore, the study explores the implications for government accountability. It investigates how the Twitter ban affects public scrutiny, the ability of citizens to report and expose corruption or malpractice, and the responsiveness of government entities to public concerns and demands. The findings of this study highlight the potential risks associated with the Twitter ban in terms of reduced transparency and accountability. It emphasizes the importance of social media platforms as tools for citizen engagement, the dissemination of information, and the monitoring of government activities. Moreover, the study considers the broader context in which the Twitter ban occurs, including the legal framework, political dynamics, and societal norms. It acknowledges that governments may impose restrictions on social media platforms for various reasons, such as national security concerns or the need to regulate online activities. However, it underscores the importance of balancing such considerations with the principles of transparency and accountability. In conclusion, the Twitter ban can have significant implications for government transparency and accountability. While governments may have legitimate reasons for imposing such restrictions, it is crucial to carefully evaluate the impact on citizens’ ability to access information, engage in public discourse, and hold governments accountable. Policymakers and stakeholders need to find a balance between regulating social media platforms and upholding democratic principles, ensuring that transparency and accountability remain central to governance practices in the digital age.
TABLE OF CONTENT
Contents
THE IMPACT OF TWITTER BAN ON GOVERNMENT TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY.. 1
CHAPTER ONE. 2
INTRODUCTION.. 2
1.1 Background of the study. 2
1.2 Statement of the Problem.. 3
1.3 Objectives of the Study. 4
1.4 Research Hypothesis 5
1.5 Significance of the study. 5
1.6 Scope of the Study. 5
1.7 Limitations of the study. 6
1.8 Arrangement of chapters 6
1.9 Definition of terms 7
CHAPTER TWO.. 8
LITERATURE REVIEW.. 8
2.0 INTRODUCTION.. 8
2.1 Ban of Twitter In Nigeria. 9
2.2 The Concept of Twitter To People. 9
2.3 Theoretical Framework On Twitter Ban In Nigeria (Media uses and gratification theory) 11
2.4 Social Network Theory. 12
2.5 Transparency and Accountability Of Twitter In Nigeria. 13
2.6 Antecedents That Led To The Twitter Ban In Nigeria. 14
2.7 The Lifting of Twitter Ban In Nigeria. 18
2.8 Concept of Press Freedom: 20
2.8.1 Social Networking sites in Nigeria. 22
2.9 Impact on Twitter Ban and Employment Circumstance In Nigeria. 24
2.10 Implications on Human Rights 26
2.11 General Economic Implication of Twitter Ban in Nigeria. 27
CHAPTER THREE. 30
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY.. 30
3.1 Introduction. 30
3.2 Research Design. 30
3.3 Population of the study. 31
3.4 Sample and Sampling Procedure. 31
3.5 Research Instrument 31
3.5.1 Validity. 32
3.5.2 Reliability. 32
3.6 Procedure for the Administration of the Instrument 33
3.7 Method of Data Presentation. 33
3.8 Limitation of the study. 34
3.9 Political Implications In Twitter Suspension. 35
CHAPTER FOUR. 37
DATA PRESENTATION AND STATISTICAL ANALYSIS. 37
4.1 Introduction. 37
4.2 Respondents Bio-Data. 38
4.3 Answering the Research Questions 39
4.3 Summary and Findings 41
CHAPTER FIVE. 43
SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION.. 43
5.1 Summary. 43
5.2 Conclusion. 45
5.3 Recommendations 45
REFERENCES. 46
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the study
Transparency and accountability are critical for the efficient functioning of a modern democracy and for fostering social well-being. In most societies, many powers are delegated to public authorities. Some assurance must then be provided to the delegators, that is, society at large, that this transfer of power is not only effective, but also not abused. Transparency ensures that information is available that can be used to measure the authorities’ performance and to guard against any possible misuse of powers. In that sense, transparency serves to achieve accountability, which means that authorities can be held responsible for their actions. Without transparency and accountability, trust will be lacking between a government and those whom it governs. The result would be social instability and an environment that is less than conducive to economic growth.
Transparency can be understood as a composite construct involving multiple components, such as external accessibility and active disclosure. It has been defined in different ways, but most of the definitions see visibility as fundamental.
A good working definition of transparency can be expanded to include completeness, understanding, or inferability of information, but it essentially begins with “the availability of information about an actor that allows the other actors to monitor the workings or performance of the first actor.”Governments can promote transparency by actively disclosing information about their activities and decisions and then enabling citizens to access, monitor, and evaluate it. From the citizen’s point of view, government transparency is perceived when government information is publicly available. However, even if information is available, citizens will not perceive government transparency until they are effectively informed of government activities and decisions (Zavattaro, S. M., & Sementelli, A. J. 2015).
Nigeria’s government is one of those that uses social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and other social networking sites to inform citizens about their policies and programs. There has recently been a lot of uncertainty in their citizens’ minds regarding the ban on one of the popular social networking sites, Twitter.Twitter is an American microblogging and social networking service on which users post and interact with messages known as “tweets”. Registered users can post, like, and re-tweet tweets, but unregistered users can only read them. Users access Twitter through its website interface or its mobile-device application software. Thus, in the absence of timely information, such as shared on these social networking sites, citizens may be pushed to lose faith in the transparency of the government and this invariably sends a message that the government is not accountable to the citizens, which is derogatory to true democratic principles.
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