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Thesis Hum 2019 Uzuegbunam The digital lifeworlds of young Nigerians Chikezie E. Uzuegbunam COPYRIGHT The copyright of this thesis vests in the author. No quotation from it or information derived from it is to be published without full acknowledgement of the source. Published by the University of Cape Town (UCT) in terms of the non-exclusive license granted to UCT by the author. As a UCT thesis publication, this document is to be used for private study or non-commercial research purposes only. Town Cape of University 1 University of Cape Town, South Africa The digital lifeworlds of young Nigerians Chikezie E. Uzuegbunam DECLARATION I, Chikezie Emmanuel Uzuegbunam, hereby declare that the work on which this thesis is based is my original work (except where acknowledgements indicate otherwise) and that neither the whole work nor any part of it has been, is being, or is to be submitted for another degree in this or any other university. I authorise the University to reproduce for the purpose of research either the whole or any portion of the contents in any manner whatsoever. Signature: Date: 11/02/2019 2 University of Cape Town, South Africa The digital lifeworlds of young Nigerians Chikezie E. Uzuegbunam PLAGIARISM DECLARATION "This thesis/dissertation has been submitted to the Turnitin module (or equivalent similarity and originality checking software) and I confirm that my supervisor has seen my report and any concerns revealed by such have been resolved with my supervisor." Name: Chikezie E. Uzuegbunam Student number: UZGCHI002 Signature: 3 University of Cape Town, South Africa The digital lifeworlds of young Nigerians Chikezie E. Uzuegbunam The digital lifeworlds of young Nigerians – Exploring rural and urban teens’ practices with, and negotiation of, digital technology Chikezie E. Uzuegbunam Thesis presented for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the Faculty of Humanities, Centre for Film and Media Studies Supervisor: Associate Professor Tanja Bosch Centre for Film and Media Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Cape Town. February 2019. 4 University of Cape Town, South Africa The copyright of this thesis vests in the author. No quotation from it or information derived from it is to be published without full acknowledgement of the source. The thesis is to be used for private study or non- commercial research purposes only. Published by the University of Cape Town (UCT) in terms of the non-exclusive license granted to UCT by the author. University of Cape Town The digital lifeworlds of young Nigerians Chikezie E. Uzuegbunam Dedication For My Grandfather, Daniel Udeze Uzuegbunam (1917 – 1970): A man of sublime personality, a lover of education, for leaving behind the very first library I would ever see, full of fascinating books. There, it all began. My Dad, Ositadinma Emmanuel Uzuegbunam (1951-2001): Who promised, and even bragged, to support me through the highest pinnacle of education. But died too soon. My Mom, Ngozi Jacqueline Uzuegbunam: Who has continued to unapologetically support me. The sunshine of our lives, the quintessential amazon of our family. Long may you live. 5 University of Cape Town, South Africa The digital lifeworlds of young Nigerians Chikezie E. Uzuegbunam Acknowledgments I will forever remain deeply grateful to the following people and institutions: My Heavenly Father, for being my ever-present, ever-sufficient, ever-loving, and ever- abiding Help at every turn and time of need. Chiukwu, onwero onye dị ka gị. My supervisor, A/Professor Tanja Bosch, without whose kind counsel, brilliance, foresight, firmness, and unflinching support I could never have done this in record time. There is so much to say, but I will remain indebted for all the times she offered humour and kindness to an emotionally-drained and anxious me; the times she effortlessly demystified some of my biggest research phobias like NVivo. And for being the most responsive, sensitive, and fit supervisor ever. The University of Cape Town (UCT) for awarding me the competitive International Postgraduate Students scholarship in 2018 and 2019. The Centre for Film and Media Studies (CFMS) for awarding me a Departmental Postgraduate bursary that offset the tuition fee for 2017. In particular, I’d like to appreciate the HoD, Professor Herman Wasserman for being ever-so-ready to make PhD students feel comfortable and immersed in the departmental and scholarly life. I thank him for the confidence he always reposed in me, especially for the opportunity to serve as the Postgrad students coordinator. My family – my Mom, Mrs. Ngozi Uzuegbunam and my fantastic siblings: Odera, Chisom, Izundu, Chineze and Ngozi; my nephews and nieces, and my brothers- and sisters-in-law. I couldn’t have asked for a better team and cheerleaders who believed in me. Professor Kate Azuka Omenugha for her financial support during my first year and her untiring mentorship all these years. She, it was, who nudged me to consider UCT for a doctoral place while I was attending the LSE-UCT July School in 2015. Mr. Charles Akudolu for his financial assistance and prayers at various phases. 6 University of Cape Town, South Africa The digital lifeworlds of young Nigerians Chikezie E. Uzuegbunam The Nnamdi Azikiwe University for granting me a 3-year+ paid study leave that ensured that my salary as a lecturer was not stopped, and that I had the time to seamlessly pursue my studies overseas. The vice-chancellor of UCT, Professor Kgethi Phakeng for her constant encouragement and comradeship. Knowing her personally has been a huge inspiration. Pastor Dayo Olutayo, my daddy, and his wife, Pastor Bolu, and the members of Good Tidings Bible Church International, Abuja; Pastor David & Dr Angela Akanwa and the members of Intimate Vessels Church, Awka; Reverend Wildfire Favour and all members of the Blissful People family; Pastors Bonny & Joy Oguejiofor and the members of Christ World Ministries, Cape Town. You all ensured, at different phases of this journey, that I did not lack Godly inspiration and spiritual fellowship. The LSE-UCT July School team in London, particularly Fiona Conlan and Delphine Benezet for every moral support and genuine care. It was the chance they took on me in 2015 that set me on the path to a PhD journey at UCT. Associate Professor Wendy Willems was one of my lecturers at the LSE-UCT July School in 2015 and was the person who prompted me to begin the process of scouting for a potential PhD supervisor. I’m also grateful to Wendy for sticking close throughout this journey, and for always writing me the best reference letters. The staff of Department of Mass Communication at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, particularly the person of Professor Chinyere Stella Okunna who defiantly supported me throughout this journey, cheering me on, facilitating the smooth transmission of my letters for leave approvals and renewals. I thank Prof Godson Okafor, Assoc. Prof Ogochukwu Ekwenchi, and Prof Mike Ezenwa for their support especially during the period of my study leave application and approval and departure plans. Also, Assoc. Prof Uche Ebeze for his support each time I called on him. My dear friend, Ify Obi and her hubby, Ifeanyi Obi, for offering their home in Awka for my stays during my fieldwork and when I was on a writing retreat in Nigeria. I thank them for the large airy room and good food and the warm companionship that kept me sane. 7 University of Cape Town, South Africa The digital lifeworlds of young Nigerians Chikezie E. Uzuegbunam Mrs. Ify Akudolu for being both a mother hen and a ‘senior research assistant’ during my fieldwork in FCT-Abuja. The Education Ministries and schools in Anambra State and FCT-Abuja are deeply appreciated for the kind approvals and leeway they provided, which had helped to propel this study. The hundreds of brilliant teenagers in Nigeria and especially those whose voices and views are replicated in this study: I see you, I hear you. And you matter. Special thanks to their wonderful teachers, parents and guardians who took a chance on this study and provided the stepping stone upon which it now stands. The admin staff of Centre for Film and Media Studies, University of Cape Town who double as friends: Ursula Smith, Petros Ndlela, and Soraya Shaffie – I can never forget the times I needed to vent, to clear my head and how they let me in, offering laughter, hugs and encouragement. My delightful friends – Ikedinachi Ogamba, Elastus Mambwe, Sahil Koul, Storm Jade Brown-Edward, Blessing Festus, Bridget Alichie, Okechukwu Amadike, Emmanuel Ubajekwe, Dr Mary Ofili, Wanja Njuguna, Dr George Agbo, Dr Chinonye Malizu-Okeke, Dr Henry Duru, Dr Obinna Ugbo, Dr Martha Egenti, Naza Okoli, Chinonso Arubayi, Innocent Nwawelu, Chukwudi Nnaji, Dr Anthony Diala, Ifesinachi Amuzie, Chidera Nzelu. Their moral and emotional supports were incredible and deeply appreciated. My resourceful research assistants, Chinedu Emenugha, Vincent Edeh; and particularly, Ann Uzowuihe, who singlehandedly transcribed the 10-hour long focus group interviews. Also, Phumelele Mkhize for the very needed help I got from her. The wonderful Travis Noakes for patiently teaching me how to use NVivo and for the invaluable assistance with copy editing, formatting, and making sure I did not run into glitches during the crazy thesis submission phase. I’m immensely grateful for the moral and scholarly support I got from Librarian Ingrid Thomson, Professor Francis Nyamnjoh, Prof Valentina Marinescu, Prof Uzoma Okoye, Professor Sonia Livingstone, A/Prof Okechukwu Nwafor, and Dr Bayo & Mrs. Margaret Fayoyin. 8 University of Cape Town, South Africa The digital lifeworlds of young Nigerians Chikezie E. Uzuegbunam I want to particularly thank my three external examiners for their sheer excellent, generous and empowering remarks on this thesis – comments I would take to the bank and forever cherish. Finally, I’d like to appreciate a person called ‘Myself’, for surviving the various bouts of depression, loneliness, anxiety and self-doubts, and for continuing to rise like life – borrowing from Maya Angelou’s “I will Rise” – through it all.
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