As others see us: Differing perceptions of public relations in Nigeria among practitioners and the general public |
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Authors: | Rotimi Williams Olatunji |
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Institution: | Department of Mass Communication, College of Information Communication Technology, Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria |
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Abstract: | This study investigates the extent to which there exists a relationship between the perception of professionals and members of the general public regarding image of public relations (PR) profession in Nigeria. Four operational hypotheses were tested using Chi-square cross tabulation. The result shows that members of the general public and professionals perceived PR messages as credible. However, members of the general public, unlike professionals, perceived the loyalty of PR professionals to be more on the side of employers and clients; the role of PR was perceived as basically oriented towards media relations; and PR profession was perceived more as a tool for repairing damaged organisational image. Appropriate recommendations are offered. |
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Keywords: | Public relations Perception Image Credibility Professionals General public |
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