Tag: 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 …

Transformational Leadership Style and Human Capital Development: Path to Organizational Productivity in Abia State University, Uturu, Nigeria

Fidelia Amara Duru — Department of Sociology, Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State, Nigeria | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

The essence of any formal organization to channel its resources towards the development of human capital is aimed at achieving best results from both the organization and workers in a work setting. The paper examined how transformational leadership style that …

Female Genital Mutilation: An Ancient Culture Detrimental to the Girl Child

Lilian Ebenyi — Department of Biotechnology, Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Nigeria | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C), locally known as ‘ibe nwanyi ugwu’ in Igbo language comprises all procedures that involve the partial or total removal of the external genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons (WHO). FGM/C …

Igbo Art and Philosophy: An Analysis of "Iwe dị m n'obi" by Nnamdi C. Olebara

Helen Chijiago Echebima — Abia State University, Uturu, Nigeria | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

This paper delves into the profound interplay between Igbo art and philosophy through an in-depth analysis of the poem "Iwe dị m n'obi" by Nnamdi C. Olebara. The poem, a poignant reflection of Igbo cultural and philosophical tenets, serves as …

Reclaiming Precolonial Ties Across Nigeria’s Former Eastern Region

Philip Effiong — Theater Studies and Humanities Faculty, Michigan State University, East Lansing | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Areas referred to as the former Eastern Region of Nigeria (including today’s Delta State) comprise ethnic nationalities that have been intimately connected for eons – linguistically, artistically and culturally. Even with occasional conflicts over land, these ties were historically sustained …

Exploring Career Pathing Opportunities for Igbo Language Experts in Nigeria and the Diaspora

Martha Chidimma Egenti — Department of Linguistics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria | ISA 22nd Annual International Conference (2025)

Language is an important form of cultural and human capital. In today's world, the ability to speak different languages is becoming more and more important. One language that is gaining a lot of attention is Igbo, spoken as first language …

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