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.

NARRATIVITY AS STRATEGY FOR THEMATICMANAGEMENT IN CHIMAMANDA NGOZIADICHIE’S PURPLE HIBISCUS AND HALF OF AYELLOW SUN

Authors Emmanuel Inedu PhDDepartment of English and Literature,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri Gabriel, Oche Ukah PhDDepartment of English and Literature,Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri. Abstract This interrogates and evaluates the salient andinherent narrative techniques employed byChaimamanda Ngozi Adichie in her first two novels.The study is predicated upon the concept of realism;with

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SOCIO-ECONOMIC RECOVERY OF NIGERIA -CHINA RELATIONS AN ANALYSIS

Authors Matthew C. OkorochaDepartment Of Political Science Abia State University,Uturu okorochamatthew@gmail.com+2348061110788 Ndukwe Kalu EgwuDepartment Of Political ScienceAbia State University,Uturu Ikechi Victor C.Department Of Political ScienceAbia State University,Uturuchinonso_ikechi@yahoo.com +2348066518942 Abstract The study examines the nature, character, dynamics andmotivating forces behind Nigeria-China bi-lateralrelations and economic recovery of Nigeria. Wepredicated our investigations on complex interdependent theory, with materials

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DISPUTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY ANDPERFORMANCE OF DEPOSIT MONEY BANKSIN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA

Authors Kekeocha, Ezinne MaryDepartment of Business Administration,Faculty of Management SciencesNnamdi Azikiwe University, Awkame.kekeocha@unizik.edu,ng, Nnabuife, Ezimma K. NDepartment of Business Administration,Faculty of Management SciencesNnamdi Azikiwe University, Awkake.nnabuife@unizik.edu.ng Chiekezie, Obianuju MaryDepartment of Business Administration,Faculty of Management SciencesNnamdi Azikiwe University, Awkaom.chiekezie@unizik.edu.ng Onwuka, Ebele MaryDepartment of Business Administration,Faculty of Management SciencesNnamdi Azikiwe University, Awkaem.onwuka@unizik.edu.ng4 Abstract This study investigates the

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EXAMINING THE IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTDEGRADATION ON QUALITY OF LIFE

Author Opara Innocent, PhDAirforce Institute of Technology, Kadunaoparainnocent73@gmail.com+2349047208097 Abstract The detrimental effects of environmental degradation onstandards of living cannot be exaggerated. Theconnection between environmental decline, livingstandards and sustainability has emerged as a topicalissue in international development debates especially inWest Africa where ecological pressures and socioeconomic weaknesses coincide. This paperfundamentally exploreshow environmental degradationaffects quality of life

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BEYOND ERROR: NON-STANDARD ENGLISHAS PRAGMATIC STRATEGY IN ABI DARE’STHE GIRL WITH THE LOUDING VOICE

Authors Olawumi Esther OladejoAdekunle Ajasin UniversityAkungba-Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeriaestheroladejo3@amazedon Oluwaseun Onaolapo AmusaAdekunle Ajasin UniversityAkungba-Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeriaoluwaseun.amusa@aaua.edu.ng Abstract This study reframes non-standard English in Abi Daré’sThe Girl with the Louding Voice as a pragmatic strategyrather than a linguistic error. Using Sperber and Wilson’s(1986, 1995) Relevance Theory, it examines howAdunni’s non-standard utterances achieve meaning,identity, and social

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HERDSMEN CLASHES IN NIGERIA: ISSUESAND PROSPECTS

Authors Okorocha C. MatthewDepartment of Political ScienceAbia State University, Uturu Ndukwe, KaluDepartment of Political ScienceAbia State University, Uturu Nwanoro MercyDepartment of Political ScienceAbia State University, Uturumercy.yong2015@gmail.com +9068162158 Abstract Conflicts between herders and crop farmers haveemerged as one of the most persistent security anddevelopment challenges in Nigeria. Rooted incompetition over land, water, and other resources, theseconflicts

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NUCLEAR PROLIFERATION DETERRENCEFAILURE: PARADOXES OF PREVENTIVEMILITARY STRIKES IN THE IRANIAN CASE

Authors Obike Hilary N Iheonu Allens U Ololo Ejike Abstract This study examines the counterintuitive relationshipbetween preventive military strikes and nuclearproliferation outcomes, focusing on the 2024–2025 U.S.-Israeli bombing campaign against Iranian nuclearfacilities. Contrary to the deterrence logic thatunderpinned Operation Rising Lion, empirical evidencesuggests that kinetic counter-proliferation strategies mayinadvertently accelerate rather than retard adversarialnuclear weapons programs.

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THE IMPACT OF DIGITAL MEDIA AND AI ONRELIGIOUS PRACTICES, BELIEF FORMATION,AND COMMUNITY BUILDING IN THE 21STCENTURY

Authors Ven Dr. Rex Chika KanuSt Paul’s Theological College Awka Revd Dr. Chukwunonso Joseph NosikeBusiness Administration,Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awkacj.nosike@unizik.edu.ng Abstract The pervasive integration of digital media and artificialintelligence (AI) into the social fabric of the 21st centuryhas precipitated a profound transformation in religiouslandscapes globally. This comprehensive paper examinesthe multifaceted impact of these technologies on religiouspractices,

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INNOVATION MANAGEMENT IN SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF DETERMINANTS, CHALLENGES,AND STRATEGIC IMPERATIVES

Authors Revd Chukwunonso Joseph NosikeDepartment of Business AdmnistrationNnamdi Azikiwe University, Awkacj.nosike@unizik.edu.ng Dr. Okafor Ifeoma PathrolinaDepartment of Business Admnistration and ManagementFederal Polythecnic Okookaforifeoma95@yahoo.com Ajekwe Ogechukwu CordeliaDepartment of Business AdmnistrationNnamdi Azikiwe University, Awkaoc.pius@unizik.edu.ng Abstract Small and Medium Enterprises constitute the backbone ofglobal economies, contributing significantly toemployment, GDP growth, and regional development.However, their capacity to innovate remains constrainedby

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INNOVATION AS A STRATEGY FOR SUCCESSFUL ORGANISATIONAL TRANSFORMATION / CHANGE

Author Dr. Anokwuru Innocent ChijiokeDepartment of Political ScienceAbia State University, Uturu.Nigeria Abstract In modern business transitions, competition is described asthe key to success. Sale of goods and commodities dependlargely on how superior and qualitative is the commodity ofa given organisation compared to the other. This hascreated room for innovation that effectively assistsorganisations to transform from

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