LANGUAGE AND SOCIAL MEDIA AS VEHICLES OF SOCIAL MOBILISATION AND TRANSFORMATION

Abstract

Language is one of the most effective and conventional means of human interaction and social relations. A considerable body of literature in language education points to the preponderance of research around methods, approaches, strategies, media of instruction in teaching and learning; the use of technology and social media as instructional tools. In recent times, research interest is unfolding towards the combined use of technology and social media not just to provide language learning but also to reshape and transform society. In this wise, the paper examines how language and social media can be used as vehicles for social mobilisation and transformation for the immediate future. The paper focuses on language as a medium of transaction and communication, social media and communication, and language and social media platforms as a means of promoting political education, peace, equity, and fairness. The paper therefore advocates the use of language and social media as potent weapons in driving society to its desirable end. It is therefore recommended that language both Indigenous and foreign through the various social media platforms, especially (X, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook) could be used to mobilise and transform society for a better future