Tag: Imo State

The Socio-Cultural Impact of Oji Ezinihitte Mbaise: Implications for Modern Media

Kelechi Cosmas Anyanwu — Department of Civil Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, Jahaziel Ikechukwu Ibe — Department of Architecture Federal Polytechnic, Nekede Owerri, Imo State | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Oji Ezinihitte Mbaise is a tool for authentically expressing the socio-cultural life of its people. It not only provides a platform for showcasing the rich cultures of the people but also serves as a tool for the cultural expression, preservation …

Exploring Histo-Cultural Heritage of Ndi Igbo: A Study of ‘Nmonwu’ Igbo Masquerades Arts

Baldwin Chika Anyasodo — Fine and Applied Arts Department, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

African art is conceptual, emotional, communal and symbolic of African cultures. The concept is the beliefsystem of the people. In most parts of Africa, particularly the Igbo geo-cultural areas of South-Eastern Nigeria, there is strong belief in “Chi” (God). They …

Politics, Leadership and Economic Development in the Contemporary Society

Jonathan Chidomere Egesi — Imo State Polytechnic, Omuma, Oru East, Imo State, Nigeria, Catherine Harold-Opara — School of General Studies, Imo State Polytechnic, Omuma | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Politics, leadership, and economic development are integral components that shape the trajectory of modern societies. The interplay among these facets significantly impacts national growth and prosperity. Cultural values and norms influence political ideologies and leadership styles, directly affecting how communities …

The Okuko in Igbo Sculpture: Deconstructing Identity and Sacrifice in Nigeria’s Hubris.

Francis Nnamdi Ikwuegbu — Department of Fine and Applied Arts, Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

The Igbo people in Nigeria exhibit a dual personality—often perceived as both a blessing and a curse by other Nigerians. Since the 1914 amalgamation of the Northern and Southern protectorates under British colonial rule, the Igbo have faced persistent strife. …

Enhancing Student Engagement and Learning Outcomes in Higher Education Through Digital Knowledge Sharing

Nwaohiri Ngozi Maria — Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University, Ideato, Imo State, Nigeria, Dozie Chinomso Patricia — Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State Nigeria | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Today’s environment has to do with twenty-first century information resource users who are always residing online, and because they reside online, they are making use of web 2.0 technologies like Facebook, WhatsApp, TikTok, YouTube. These entertainment platforms are not part …

Adapting English as Lingua Franca in Nigeria: Implications and Way Forward

Maryjane Ujunwa Obodo — Aguata Local Government Secretariat, Personnel Department, Aguata, Imo State, Leonard Ogbonna Okoro — Enugu State University of Technology, Enugu | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

The English language, introduced during colonial rule, has become the lingua franca in Nigeria, significantly impacting indigenous languages like Igbo, particularly among the youths. This study explores the influence of English and Western culture on the Igbo language and cultural …