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The Sanctity of the Kola Nut Ritual as a Symbol of Communion of Saints in Igbo Tradition

Conference: ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Presenter(s): Ononiwu A. Oparah, Anthony C. Ebunsi

In the heart of every religion and tradition of the world lies the recourse to using ordinary materials common to the people and conventionally accepted as a viable means to convey deep spiritual realities. This underscores the point that religion is in the nature of man and must naturally develop …

Nomenclature as a Factor of Marital Disputes in Igbo Cosmology

Conference: ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Presenter(s): Ann C. Onyekelu, Anthonia C. Ephraim-Chukwu

The rate of marital disputes in Igbo communities are alarming. The Igbo leaders must become actively involved in serious solution and good policies that will reduce this alarming problem. The researcher interviewed participants drawn from married couples and children of a broken home in order to ascertain the possible causes …

Culture and human socialization in Igbo cosmology: gains and opportunities

Conference: ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Presenter(s): Maureen Nwando Onyejegbu

The paper explored the gains and opportunities in human socialization and interaction among the Igbo of Southeast Nigeria. Basic socio-cultural belief and ideology of the Igbo is the conviction that human associations, gathering and communications matters for socio-cultural wellbeing of individuals as well as the rapid development of the society. …

The Influence of Culture on the Learning of English as a Second Language: Igbo People as a Case Study

Conference: ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Presenter(s): Ngozi Theresa Onuora, Ethel Ebere Obiakor

This study investigates the influence of culture on the learning of English as a second language among the people of Igbo in southeastern Nigeria. The research explores the linguistic challenges faced by Igbo speakers in acquiring English language proficiency. The population for this study comprises secondary school students and business …

Interrogating the Nexus Between Sparse Population Distribution and Underdevelopment in Rural Communities: Causes, Consequences, and Pathways to Progress

Conference: ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Presenter(s): BenCollins Onyedikachi Okwesili, Nkiru Christiana Ohia

Population distribution is a key factor in assessing territorial development. Rural communities in Nigeria constitute the most backward areas of the country in multiple ways - education, politics, social and the economy. This paper seeks to interrogate the causes of sparse population distribution, including rural-urban migration, environmental constraints, and socio-cultural …

Knowledge Sharing for Startups: Catalysing Growth and Sustainability

Conference: ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Presenter(s): Kelechi Thecla Okpe, Ugochi Rosemary Durueke

The startup landscape is increasingly characterized by a strong culture of knowledge sharing which serves as a strategic advantage against competition .By fostering a cohesive team environment and leveraging diverse strengths, startups become more agile and responsive to market opportunities. However, without effective knowledge management, organizations face uncertainty, making it …

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