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The Ụtụtụ Ọma Controversy: Karịama Ehi M Ga-Agbanarị M, Ka M Gbubiri Ya Ọdụ Sie Ngwọngwọ!

Conference: The 23rd Annual International Conference of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) (2026)

Presenter(s): Obiajụlụ Emejulu

As someone who has lived in the Igbo heartland continuously for the past three decades and who has been actively involved in the propagation of the Igbo language, this writer argues strongly that the controversy over the increasing use of “translated greetings” in Igbo language, such as “Ụtụtụ ọma,” “ehihie …

Ofo na Ogu: The Cardinal Principle Guiding the Igbo Traditional Justice System, Norms and Values

Conference: The 23rd Annual International Conference of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) (2026)

Presenter(s): Rosemary Akpan, Ononiwu A. Oparah

Ofo na Ogu occupies a central position in the Igbo traditional justice system, embodying the ethical norms and values that guide communal life and the pursuit of justice. Rooted in the principle that “he who seeks equity must come with clean hands,” the concept integrates moral integrity, spiritual accountability, and …

By Hook or By Crook: Leveraging English-Igbo Scaffolding for Early Igbo Language Acquisition in Young Children

Conference: The 23rd Annual International Conference of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) (2026)

Presenter(s): Dozie Chinomso Patricia, Chimakpam Ugonna

The intergenerational transmission of the Igbo language is in critical decline, particularly in the diaspora. While pure immersion is often the pedagogical default, it can impose an overwhelming cognitive load on children in English-dominant environments. This paper introduces Engli-Igbo Scaffolding, a framework that transforms English from a barrier into a …

Economic Development and Sustainability

Conference: The 23rd Annual International Conference of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) (2026)

Presenter(s): Obiora Miracle

Economic development and sustainability remain central to Nigeria’s long-term growth agenda, particularly amid rapid population growth, infrastructure deficits, and environmental pressures. This article examines the role of sustainable economic development as a framework for balancing economic growth, social inclusion, and environmental responsibility within emerging economies, with specific reference to Nigeria. …

Igbo Quest for the Good Life: A Determination to Create Basic Infrastructures and a Sustainable Environment

Conference: The 23rd Annual International Conference of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) (2026)

Presenter(s): Kelechi Cosmas Anyanwu

The phrase “Oso Ndu Agwu Ike” has been a major force driving the Igbo quest for the good life, particularly the need to provide social amenities in local communities and support the growth of a sustainable environment. Amidst difficult circumstances and daunting challenges, the Igbo have been able to develop …

Crime, Kidnapping, and Jungle Justice

Conference: The 23rd Annual International Conference of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) (2026)

Presenter(s): Valentine Chiagorom Opara

Crime is any activity that constitutes an offence and is punishable by law. Some heinous offences may include shoplifting, snatching, kidnapping, and molestation. In Nigeria and most of sub-Saharan Africa, the institutionalized justice system attempts to remedy wrongs through due process. In contrast, extrajudicial jungle justice by angry mobs or …

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