TELEVISION, UNIVERSITY, BENIN STUDENTS, ERA, SHUTDOWN

The research work is focused on Television and the University of Benin in the era of shutdowns. The study was aimed to examine the role that television played in the lives of the university ofBenin students during university shutdowns . It was based on the cultivation theory, uses and gratification theory and reception theory. The study adopted the survey research method with the use of questionnaire. Findings of the study reveals that students actively engaged in television programs as they have good knowledge of the contents . The study concludes that television has played an active role in the lives of university students and and greatly influenced their personal lives in the era of shutdowns . Against this background, the study recommends that student should set a limit for their TV time during shutdowns to engage in other activities likes reading, exercising or socialising. And watch programs that would help them bond better with family