Enhancing Legislative Transparency and Civic Participation through Interactive National Assembly TV Online Engagement
Perceived transparency of the legislature is a critical factor that can foster engagement or influence trust in democracies. When citizens believe that the processes of legislation are open and accessible, they develop more trust. Transparency reduces information asymmetry between the government and the public, enabling citizens to better understand decision-making processes and hold representatives accountable. However, when there are low levels of perceived transparency, it can lead to skepticism and political apathy, undermining participation and legitimacy in democratic systems. Engaging with the National Assembly TV platforms can enhance citizens’ perception of transparency in the legislature and encourage civic participation in politics,but only where legistlative content is accessible and interactive, and citizens are aware. The study examined the National Assembly TV Online Engagement and how it enhances legislative transparency among the online audience. The study adopted a survey design. A sample size of 417 respondents was obtained using Slovin’s sample formula. A voluntary response sampling strategy was employed, and a self-structured questionnaire was used to gather data. The Cronbach’s alpha reliability coefficients for the constructs ranged from 0.786 to 0.933. Response rate was 100%. The data were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results showed that engagement significantly influenced perceived legislative transparency (β = 0.547, p< 0.05). The researchers concluded that engagement with NASS TV's social media improved not only civic political participation but also their perceived legislative transparency. It recommends that NASS TV management should strengthen interaction by applying more citizen-focused content to engage and expand audience reach.
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Emmanuel O. U. Ikpegbu
Department of Mass Communication, College of Postgraduate Studies, Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria
Helen Adekoya
Department of Mass Communication, College of Postgraduate Studies, Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria
Volume 2, Issue 1
Year 2026

