THE DIGITAL AGE AND ITS IMPACT ON THE FORMATION OF A NEW INTERNATIONAL INFORMATION ORDER

This study examined the decrypt in prospects of a new international information order in the digital age. The theoretical framework of the study was drawn from the technological determinism theory and development communication theory. The study made use of survey design and the instrument used for data collection was interview guide. The data collected were analysed using Explanation Building Techniques (EBT), which were presented and analysed entirely in themes. Findings from the study revealed that, digital age has encouraged private investments in the communication industry of Nigeria. People have private investors such as Raypower FM, Africa Independent Television, Minaj systems, Cool FM, Rhythm, Channel Television etc. The way digital age has encourage private investments were through the new technology rapid growth, deregulation and cost, infrastructural deficit and the wave of digitalization amongst others. The study recommended among others that, there should be commitment on the part of Nigeria government towards investing in media infrastructures. There should be an inside look approach or a minimal cut-off from dependence on international communication. Finally, the Nigeria government should ensure adequate universal service by revisiting the regulatory frameworks; improve infrastructure and manpower in communication development