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Author(s):
Faki Ali Malengo.
Page No : 1-14
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The Neglected Strategy of Women Economic Empowerment: Economic Advantages of The Hijab Experiences from Female Undergraduate Students in Tanzania
Abstract
This qualitative study was undertaken to explore the economic advantages of wearing the Hijab among the Muslim and non-Muslim female undergraduate students at the Muslim University of Morogoro (MUM) , Tanzania. Three Muslim and three non-Muslim students of different ages, years of study and programmes from MUM were randomly selected as respondents. Semi-structured in-depth interviews were used to collect primary data while secondary data sources included the relevant documents such as official documents, journal articles and proceedings. The interviews were transcribed, coded, classified and then analyzed. The content analysis method was used for analyzing the documents. The findings of this study revealed that wearing of the Hijab to a large extent is an effective strategy for empowering women not only socially but also economically. The study, therefore, recommends that further exploration be carried out to further explore the economic advantages of wearing the Hijab among female undergraduate students in Tanzania, particularly through quantitative-based research.
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Author(s):
Ochenia Faith Opade (Ph.D).
Page No : 15-24
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Perspectives on Digital Evangelism: Exploring the Intersection of Technology and Faith
Abstract
Digital evangelism, using technology to spread the message of faith, has become increasingly prevalent today. While some see it as a valuable tool for reaching a wider audience, others view it as a dilution of traditional religious practices. This paper explores the different perspectives on digital evangelism and examines the potential benefits and challenges associated with this practice. Through a review of relevant literature and case studies, this paper highlights how technology has been used for evangelism, the impact of digital evangelism on traditional religious practices, and the ethical considerations surrounding this practice. This paper also discusses digital evangelism’s role in the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences on religious communities worldwide. Overall, this paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the different perspectives on digital evangelism and promote more discussion on the function of technology in the practice of faith.
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Author(s):
Dr. Danyaya Shehu Muhammad, Dr. Nura Bello , Ahmad Musa Madawaki.
Page No : 25-34
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Hausa-Ajami Poetry in the Study of the Sokoto Caliphate: The Anatomy of Wallahi-Wallahi
Abstract
One of the important intellectual legacies left by the founding fathers of the Sokoto Caliphate was Hausa Ajami literary tradition through poetry. Poetry has been used by the Sokoto Ulama and their lieutenants as a mechanism through which Islamic knowledge was transmitted to the Muslim community, considering the fact that a large number of Hausa people could not understand Arabic language fluently. In the poem, the Shehu exonerates himself for acting unjustly, and accuses the Habe rulers for advocating political corruption and social injustice, which are contrary to the Islamic Shari’ah. In this paper, an attempt has been made to examine the authorship controversy, reasons for the poem and the lessons learnt from it. It is the position of the paper that the teachings of the poem will play a significant role in reducing the rate of political corruption and social injustice in our societies if put into consideration.
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Author(s):
Abraham Olutoye Odeleye (Ph.D), James Akintayo Oyedele.
Page No : 35-45
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Church Responsibility Towards the Influence of Civilization on Christian Senior Citizens
Abstract
The invaluable place of senior citizens cannot be overemphasized in the African community. In fact, any community devoid of them can be considered incomplete by every human standard. Senior citizens are male and female individuals who are above sixty years of age. There is a paradigm shift against senior citizens in contemporary Nigeria due to the influence of civilization. The paper identifies specific factors responsible for weakening the strong foundation of the place and welfare of senior citizens in Nigerian societies and they are inadequate appropriation of civilization in the African context, change of value for communal family life, the ideology of liberation and individualism, eradication of kinship care and co-residence practice, economic instability, unemployment, insecurity, oppression and injustice. Caring for senior citizens is rooted in the Bible and the responsibilities of the church toward senior citizens in the face of civilization include advocating and promoting policy for the care of senior citizens, celebration programmes for senior citizens, ministering to the spiritual needs of senior citizenry, and reconciliation, among others. The paper submits that the church should faithfully discharge their roles towards the welfare of senior citizens and this will help them to live a fulfilled life and prepare them for eternity with Jesus Christ. The paper concludes that the challenges of civilization that are confronting senior citizens can be mitigated through church responsibilities toward senior citizens.
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Author(s):
Emmanuel Adetunji (Ph.D).
Page No : 46-51
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Faith and Healing in Mark 7:26-30 in the Context of Healing in Selected Churches in Nigeria
Abstract
Many Nigerian Christians believe that miracles still exist. The reality of miracles remains an issue of debate. Some scientists have rejected miracles because they cannot be proven. Many Africans accept miracles because they have faith in a miracle-working Supreme Being. Miracles occupy a singular and prominent place in religious experience throughout the world and it is often the most important thing in any given religious tradition. The paper examines the miracles of Jesus Christ in relation with selected churches during his ministry, particularly the healing of the Syro-Phoenician woman’s daughter in Mark 7:26-30. This study interrogates the stance of Nigerian churches on the faith role debate given the country’s deeply enthrenched healing on medical nature. The investigation uses interview data from members of selected churches. The paper contends the holistic process theory that has three obligatory steps: (1) to feel, (2) to understand, and (3) to let go of negative decisions. The paper concludes that faith-based healing is paramount to religious and non-religious people in Nigeria. Furthermore, the chosen churches have established the doctrine of healing among their members. Therefore, the theory for holistic healing is essential for wholesome therapy and restoration of quality life, health, and ability to adequately by patients should be entrenched into the religious fabric of the churches in Nigeria.
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Author(s):
Sabar Nababan.
Page No : 52-55
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Thanksgiving Sacrifice
Abstract
The change in Christian dogma from the Old Testament, which used Burnt Offerings Sacrifices (BOS) and other sacrifices, to the New Testament which abandoned the BOS and other sacrifices, resulted in a reduction in the power of God Jahowa. The author proposes to God Jahowa that every Christian family carry out and must perform the Thanksgiving Sacrifice (TS) by sacrificing doves or kilos of fresh meat of a cow or sheep, at least once a year. God Jahowa stipulates that the sacrifice of a dove or fresh meat of a cow or sheep is a minimum of half a kg for one sacrifice. The time is independent of what date and what month of the year. According to God Jahowa, the results of the author's TS produce fragrant steam and cause them to grow stronger and agile. The benefits of TS were not only felt by God Jahowa, but also by God Jesus. If they inhale a full liter of TS vapor, they can endure not eating or drinking for ten years. TS is thanksgiving to God Jahowa and God Jesus. Money cannot increase God's power. For people who are able but do not carry out TS, they will sin but have little sin. For people who are unable, then they are not sinful. For people who carry out TS, they will be blessed. This TS has been inaugurated by God Jahowa as a new dogma for Christians which is implemented at least once a year.
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Author(s):
Uche Nnyagu (PhD), Dr. Adaoma Igwedibia.
Page No : 56-62
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Material Lore as an Appendage of Folklore: The Kola Nut Example
Abstract
Kolanut is an indispensable aspect of the Igbo tradition. As an integral part of the Igbo tradition, kolanut is present in every traditional and customary festival in all parts of the Igbo society. It is held in high esteem in Igbo as no festival would take place without the presence of kola. According to the tradition, kola nuts must be prayed with, broken and eaten by the people present before any occasion can progress. In the same vein, any visitor to an Igbo person, not offered a kola nut by the guest is simply understood to mean that he is not welcomed by the guest. Despite the role of kolanut in the Igbo society, many Igbo people are ignorant of the significance of kolanut and the right way to use kola nuts for an occasion. The researchers are aware that many people have written on kola nuts but the writers concentrated solely on the importance of kola nuts. In this paper, the researchers have decided to take a different part by vividly analysing the significance of kolanut in the Igbo society, with emphasis on the symbolic implications of each type of the Igbo kola nuts. As the research bothers on culture, the researchers see New Historicism as the most appropriate theoretical framework for the study.
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Author(s):
Umukoro Benedict, Arc. Aminu Umar (Ph.D), Prof. Adamu M. Babayo.
Page No : 63-68
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Integration of Urhobo Cultural Identity in the Design of a Cultural Centre for Urhobo Province
Abstract
The broad objective of the study was to examine the possibilities of integrating Urhobo Cultural Identity in the Design of a Cultural Centre. A total population of 770 traditional leaders in Urhobo Province was used for the purpose of the research where a sample of 261 of them was selected and questionnaires were administered to them. The study employed a quantitative and qualitative research design where focus group discussion and case studies were used to gather and analyse the data. The focus group discussion interview questions were used to gather qualitative research data where the researcher identified the most prominent responses from different responses put forward by the researcher. Case studies were used to identify the differences and similarities between the design of open theatres, auditoria, multipurpose halls, museums and the Urhobo cultural centre in which this study is based. Tangible elements of Urhobo culture were identified for the purpose of this study. Also, the result of the findings from the case studies carried out reflected the cultural identity of their regions by featuring different cultural identity elements through their spatial organization, building materials and techniques, building forms and decorative styles. The study concludes that there were several strategies employed by architects to express cultural identity in their work. The study recommends that when designing any building in any region, architects should try to express the cultural identity of the region so as to create a sense of belonging of the region to the building, thereby making people appreciate the resident culture. Additionally, in-depth studies should be carried out on the resident/local cultures and their traditional architecture so as to understand them inside-out in order to create a standard for the contemporary design of cultural centres. Awareness should be created about designing buildings that showcase the cultural character and identity of a region at the same time throwing challenges that will serve as reference points for contemporary vernacular architecture. The Theory of Place was adopted and found relevant as the underpinning theory for the study.
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Author(s):
Eze Okorie Igodo.
Page No : 69-79
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Documentation of African Traditions: The Example of Igbo Tradition in Nation-Building
Abstract
Documentation of African traditions has become a major concern not only to the Afro-centric scholars but also to the teeming Africans home and abroad who have come face to face with the reality of the need for the revival of African cultural values. The general feeling and opinion is that even though western culture, intellectualism and economics have contributed immensely to the civilization of Africa, their shortcomings have had a far-reaching impact on African traditional life and values. Indeed, African countries including Nigeria have been affected especially in the area of nation building. They have lost a substantial number of their best brains to Europe and America which could have been harnessed for national development. This problem came up because nations all over the world are now getting increasingly unified in a network of relationships called globalization.it is against this background that this paper proposed the documentation of African traditions. Descriptive method was employed for this study. It was discovered that corruption, acts of savagery, new trends in science and technology, insincerity of our leaders, brain drain and brainwashing by foreign cultures are some of the major challenges facing nation building and documentation of African traditions and culture. The paper concludes with a suggestion that the practice of liberal democracy, African languages, fundamental human rights, documentation of African technological heritage, transparency, accountability, establishment of museums at grassroots and protection of archaeological sites should be entrenched in African polity for the revival of African culture and national development.
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Author(s):
Sabar Nababan.
Page No : 80-85
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New Christian Church
Abstract
Author can talk long distances in their hearts with human spirits, prophets, gods, and God. There are many Christian Dogmas that vary according to different church denominations. God Jahowa gave the New Dogma of Christians (NDC) to the author and commanded the author to found the New Christian Church (NCC) which accepts all NDC, so that all church denominations in the world have the same dogmas.
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Author(s):
Yinka Adewuni Adewale (Ph.D), Eyitayo Adewale Adelakun (Ph.D), Ayodele Adeyinka Atowoju (Ph.D), Abiodun Omolara Adelakun.
Page No : 86-97
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Implication of Religious Syncretism on Baptist Mission Work in Ojo Island, Lagos State Nigeria
Abstract
Baptist is one of the denominations and mission agencies that have been doing mission work in Ojo Island for several decades now. However, the mission work in Ojo Island is not without challenges such as poverty, cultural affiliation and idolatry, but this study focuses on religious syncretism. Therefore, the study investigated factors responsible for religious syncretism in Ojo Island, Lagos State, Nigeria with a view to identify ways of strengthening the Baptist mission work. The framework for the study was premised on theology of mission, which underscores that mission found its basis in God’s love and redemptive plan through Jesus. Descriptive survey design was adopted while questionnaires were administered to two hundred and twenty-three (223) members of the selected Baptist churches using the purposive random sampling method. The data generated was analysed through frequency count, bar chart and pie chart. Factors responsible for religious syncretism on the Baptist mission in Ojo Island include: assumption that all religious traditions are relative and complimentary, community background and economic life, seeking for rescue in a time of crisis and insecurity, family ties and brotherhood relationship. All these constitute a serious challenge and setback for the Baptist mission efforts in Ojo Island. The study recommends contextual biblical preaching, discipleship, power evangelism, and social actions such as regular medical mission and vocational training as means of strengthen the Baptist mission work in Ojo Island.
