Tag: Nigeria

Leveraging on AI for Preservation of Cultural Heritage in University Libraries in South-East, Nigeria: Opportunities and Challenges

Stella N. I. Anasi — Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria, Chukwuemeka Chukwueke — Department of Library and Information Science, Taraba State University, Jalingo, Nigeria | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are transforming the preservation and conservation of cultural heritage. The capabilities of AI technologies for digital replication and predictive maintenance have brought about a dramatic shift from conventional preservation practices. The South-East geopolitical zone of Nigeria …

Igbo Apprenticeship System and Igbo Intelligentsia: A Dilemma

Ngozi Anyachonkeya — Department of English and Literary Studies, Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria, Ifeoma Nwosu-Okoli — Department of English and Literary Studies, Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ikwo, Ebonyi State, Nigeria | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Igbo apprenticeship system (IAS) has been acclaimed the world over as masterpiece in wealth creation, accumulation and sharing. It is in tandem with cosmology of unity is strength (Igwe bu ike); when (we) urine together it produces foam; (Anyuko mmamiri …

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 …

Afamefula and Lionheart: Igbo Apprenticeship and Gender Questions in Business Leadership Succession in Nollywood Films

Chijioke Azuawusiefe — Department of Communication Studies, Catholic Institute of West Africa, Port Harcourt, Nigeria | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

A Fusion of Akwete-Igbo Woven Fabrics and Batik Inspired by Uli-Igbo Design Motifs for Contemporary Fashion: Imperative for Economic Sustainability

Chika Chudi-Duru — Department of Fine and Applied Arts, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Nigeria | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

The Akwete hand-woven fabrics produced by the Igbo and found in the southeastern part of Nigeria celebrate a rich tapestry of intricate and colourful designs that convey significant messages rooted in the Igbo worldview. Traditionally, these fabrics are reserved for …

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