This research paper examines the newspaper coverage of the Chibok girls' abduction in North-East Nigeria, a tragic incident that occurred in 2014. The abduction of over 200 schoolgirls by the extremist group Boko Haram garnered significant international attention and sparked global outrage. This study analyzes how prominent newspapers in Nigeria and other countries covered the event, including the framing, tone, and narratives used in their reporting. By scrutinizing media representations, this research aims to understand the impact of news coverage on public perception, policy responses, and the broader discourse surrounding the Chibok girls' abduction. The findings shed light on the role of the media in shaping narratives during crises and its implications for issues of security, gender, and human rights. ‎

Chibok girls, abduction, media representation

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