Onukwube Anedo

Onukwube Alex Alfred Anedo, PhD (African Culture & Civilization) NAU, M. A (African Culture & Civilization) NAU, M. Phil. (Chinese Culture & Anthropology) XMU - China, B. A. Ed/Igbo/Linguistics, (UNN), N. C. E. (ASCEA), DPM (Chinese Studies) NAU. A Professor of Sino /Afro Cultures & Anthropology, Editor-in-chief of Ekwe International Journal, Igbo Scholars International Journal & IDEAL INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL, Founder & President, IGBO SCHOLARS FORUM FOR SOCIO-CULTURAL ADVANCEMENT.

CHALLENGES FACED BY MARGINALIZEDGROUPS IN THE STATES OF NIGERIA

Authors Ndukwe, KaluDepartment of PoliticalAbia State University, Uturu Nwanoruo, MercyDepartment of PoliticalAbia State University, Uturu Okorocha, C. MatthewDepartment of PoliticalAbia State University, Uturu Ikechi Victor C.Department of PoliticalAbia State University, Uturu Abstract This paper provides a comprehensive examination of themultifaceted challenges confronting marginalized groupsacross Nigeria’s states. Drawing on recent scholarlyresearch, policy analyses, and field studies […]

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COPING STRATEGIES AND SUPPORT SYSTEMSIN THE TREATMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS IN NIGERIA.

Authors Gabriel Onyebuchi OguamanamDepartment of Sociology/AnthropologyNnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.go.oguamanam@unizik.edu.ng Augustine Ikechukwu ObahDepartment of Sociology/AnthropologyUniversity of Uyo, Nigeriaaugustineobah@uniuyo.edu.ng Abstract Nigeria today confronts a state of emergency in mentalhealth. Despite there being policies aimed at addressingmental issues in Nigeria, there is still significantdisparity between the demand and supply of mental health services, and at the same time,

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IWU NA AHA MMADỤ N’IGBO

Authors Linus Ositadimma OkerekeNgalaba Amụmamụ Sayensi Asụsụ na Nzirịta ozi /IgboMahadum Abịa Steet, UturuOsylofrank@gmail.com +2348074856850 Prof Monday Chibụdo OnụkawaNgalaba Amụmamụ Sayensị Asụsụ na Nzirịta ozi/IgboMahadum Abịa Steet, Uturuonukwawamc@gmail.com +234803761188 Prof. Roseline Ihuọma NdimeleNgalaba Amụmamụ Sayens Asụsụ na Nzirịta ozi/IgboMahadum Abịa Steet, Uturundịmeleabiastateuniversity.edu.ng +2348033402966 Ụmịedemede Ndị Igbo bụ otu n’ime agbụrụ dị n’ụwa a ndị e

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THE DECLINE OF TRADITIONAL IGBO APPRENTICESHIP SYSTEM (ỊGBA Bọị) AND its SOCIO-CULTURAL IMPLICATIONS ON IGBO IDENTITY

Authors Nwafam, Joy ChinyerePhD Candidate College of Postgraduate StudiesNnamdiAzikiwe University, Awka, AnambraStatechinyerenwafam@gmai.com; +2347030206031 Onukwube Alex Alfred AnedoDepartment African & Asian StudiesNnamdi AzikiweUniversity, Awka, AnambraStateOnunedo.alexalfred@gmail.com;+2348149225739 Abstract This study examined the decline of the traditional Igboapprenticeship system (Ịgba Bọị) and its socio-culturalimplications on Igbo identity. The traditionalapprenticeship system historically served as an importantinstitution for youth empowerment, entrepreneurialtraining,

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SACRIFICE AND SELF-KNOWLEDGE IN IGBOEPISTEMOLOGY: TOWARDS AN EXISTENTIALINTERPRETATION OF PERSONHOOD

Authors Ferdinand Chukwunwike OkigboChukwuma Odumegwu Ojukwu UniversityIgbariam, Anambra State, Nigeria(+234) 8035817908 | chinwikeokigbo@yahoo.com Johnpaul Chinedu Enemuo, PhDNnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka,Anambra State, Nigeria.(+234) 8063925912 | jc.enemuo@unizik.edu.ng Abstract Sacrifice occupies a central position in traditional Igbothought where it functions not merely as a ritual practicebut as an existential and epistemological processconnected to moral consciousness, communalresponsibility, and authentic

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TECHNOLOGICAL DETERMINISM AND THEQUALITY-CONVENIENCE DEBATE INNOLLYWOOD: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OFBANDELE’S ELESIN OBA: THE KING’SHORSEMAN AND O’FRESH’S SABBATH

Authors Ebuka Emmanuel Ilukwe, PhDee.ilukwe@coou.edu.ng / garryneo1love@gmail.com.ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-0207-2998+2348038813286 Chinedu Chikatacc.chikata@coou.edu.ng /nedumkatas@gmail.comORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-7703-8832+2348038291697 Okolo Somtochukwu FavourDepartment of Theatre ArtsChukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University,Igbariam.+2347030807827 Abstract The rapid technological evolution in film production,particularly the advent of Smartphone as affordable andaccessible tool has democratized cinematic storytelling.This shift has challenged conventional notions ofcinematic quality and professionalism, thus causingseeming tension between traditional,

TECHNOLOGICAL DETERMINISM AND THEQUALITY-CONVENIENCE DEBATE INNOLLYWOOD: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OFBANDELE’S ELESIN OBA: THE KING’SHORSEMAN AND O’FRESH’S SABBATH Read More »

RUSSIA–UKRAINE WAR AND THE RESTRUCTURING OF GLOBAL POWER POLITICS

Authors Okorocha Chidiebere MatthewDepartment Of Political Scienceokorochamatthew@gmail.com +2348061110788 Isdore A. IbebuikeDirector, Subeb Ohafia L.G.E.A+2348065835511 Abstract The Russia–Ukraine War, which escalated dramaticallywith Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February2022, has emerged as one of the most consequentialgeopolitical events of the twenty-first century. Beyondits immediate humanitarian and security implications,the conflict has significantly altered the dynamics ofglobal power

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SYMBOLISM AND CULTURAL MEANING IN IZHIIGBO PROVERBS: A CONCEPTUAL METAPHOR APPROACH

Author Jeremiah Anene NwankweguDepartment of Languages and linguisticsEbonyi State UniversityAbakaliki Abstract This study examines symbolism and cultural meaning inselected Izhi-Igbo proverbs using the framework ofConceptual Metaphor Theory (CMT). Proverbs occupy animportant position in African oral tradition as repositories ofcommunal wisdom, indigenous philosophy, and socialregulation. Within the Izhi-Igbo speech community of EbonyiState, proverbs are widely employed

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JUVENILE DELINQUENCY AND THE SOCIALORDER IN NIGERIAN STATES: ISSUES AND PROSPECTS

Authors Ndukwe, KaluDepartment of PoliticalAbia State University, Uturu Nwanoruo, MercyDepartment of PoliticalAbia State University, Uturu Okorocha C. MatthewDepartment of PoliticalAbia State University, Uturu Ikechi Victor C.Department of PoliticalAbia State University, Uturu Abstract Juvenile delinquency represents a significant threat tosocial order and sustainable development in Nigeria.This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of thenature, causes, consequences, and

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