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Farmers, Framing, and the Far Right: A Content Analysis of Far Right Framing in the case of the Dutch 'Nitrogen Crisis'
van Diemen, Cassandra ; Aslan, Emil (vedoucí práce) ; Gillies, Allan (oponent)
This study explores the development of Far Right discourse in response to the nitrogen crisis in the Netherlands, examining three case study groups over a six-month period during farmers' protests from June to November 2022. By contrasting the crisis frames put forward by one Far Right group and two farmers' groups, inferences will be drawn regarding the narratives the Far Right has sought to emphasise and de-emphasise in its crisis framing. The study identifies six frames used in the discourse surrounding the nitrogen crisis: anti-institutional, globalist, conspiratorial, limitations of civil liberty, imperilment narratives, and resilience-building frames. Far Right groups emphasize anti-institutional frames, imperilment narratives, and conspiracy theories, revealing their specific discursive strategies to influence public perception and mobilise support during crises. Farmers' groups were found to emphasise resilience-building activities, as well as promote anti-institutional narratives. The study underscores the need for context-specific analyses to counter undermining narratives effectively. The findings provide insights into how Far Right discursive practices can undermine democracy and social cohesion, necessitating a multi- faceted approach to address the challenges posed by their tactics....
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The impact of cybercrime and cybersecurity on Nigeria's national security
Adisa, Omolola Tobiloba ; Erkomaishvili, David (vedoucí práce) ; Gillies, Allan (oponent)
The rapid digitisation of the last decade has transformed global interconnectedness but has concurrently birthed challenges like cybercrime. This research delved into Nigeria's cybercrimelandscape, focusing on its implications for national security. With the rise of cybercrime leadingto economic losses of billions, the study aimed to pinpoint sociological and technological drivers, such as unemployment and digital growth, contributing to the menace. Cybercriminal subcultures, like the "Yahoo Boys", have emerged, depicting a societal trust deficit and culturalinclinations towards cyber malfeasance. The research also assessed Nigeria's cybersecurity measures, including the Cybercrime Act 2015. While the Act signifies the nation's resolve, gapsin its enforcement diminish its effectiveness. Moreover, central to Nigeria's digital aspirations,small and medium enterprises emerge as especially vulnerable to cyber threats. As the countrygrapples with this dual challenge of digital growth and cyber vulnerabilities, a multifaceted strategy involving legislation, technology, public engagement, and global collaboration is pivotal. The study underscores the urgency for a collective response involving policymakers, businesses, and citizens to ensure a secure digital future for Nigeria. The findings contribute...
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