Abstract This work is a linguistic study of Nigerian musical artistes, especially of the Hip Hop genre. The study shows that the artistes skillfully use language alternation strategies to enhance the aesthetic and rhetorical qualities of their music. It is revealed in the study that the language alternation patterns involve major Nigerian... Continue Reading
TABLE OF CONTENT CHAPTER 1 Introduction Background to the Study Statement of Research Problem Purpose of the Study Significance of the Study Scope and Limitations Research Methodology CHAPTER 2 LITERATURE REVIEW Origin of Pidgin The Evolution of Nigerian Pidgin Status of Nigerian Pidgin Attitudes Towards Nigerian Pidgin The Language Composition of... Continue Reading
ABSTRACT Facts have been established by researchers and they justify that the English used in Nigeria is a variation of the British English (BE) and not a deviation from the norms of BE. This is an attempt to investigate the extent to which Nigerian columnists use the lexico-semantic features of Nigerian English for their reportings. This work has... Continue Reading
TABLE OF CONTENTS Title Page Certification Dedication Acknowledgement Abstract Table of Contents CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION 1.1 General Background 1.2 Historical Background of Koenoem People 1.3 Geographical Location of Koenoem People 1.4 Socio-Cultural Profile of Koenoem People 1.5 Genetic Classification... Continue Reading
ABSTRACT This project work deals with a critical evaluation of Africanism in relation to theme and techniques of Amos Tutuola’s novel – THE PALMWINE DRINKARD. This study tends to examine the important of African culture and promotion of its cultural heritage which was bastardized by the colonial masters during colonization. In the course of... Continue Reading
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION 1.1 PURPOSE OF THE STUDY The main purpose of this research is to closely and critical examine the use of imagery in Etsako proverbs. The use of imagery in Etsako proverbs is highly functional and therefore highly optionized in the imagery. Etsako proverbs are made solid and concrete through the... Continue Reading
“OUR CHILDREN ARE COMING “ BY CHUKWUEMEKA IKE’S CHAPTER ONE 1.0 INTRODUCTION This chapter is an introduction to the entire essay. It examines the life and work of the author, Chukwuemeka Ike, scope of study, justification of study and literature review in the novel. 1.1 LIFE AND WORKS OF CHUKWUEMEKA IKE Vincent Chukwuemeka Ike was born on 28... Continue Reading
CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Purpose of study The aim of this essay is to x-ray the socio-political and economic realities in Nigeria, which are corruptions as well as criminal activities prevalent in the society as depicted in Ziky’s... Continue Reading
THE CHARACTERISTICS AND STYLE OF THE SEARCH BY CHUKUEMEKA IKE’S CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.0 INTRODUCTION This chapter is a general introduction to the entire essay. It will focus attention on Vincent Chukwuemeka Ike and his works, purpose of study and scope of study. Attention will also be given to review of critical writings on The Search. 1.1... Continue Reading
TABLE OF CONTENT CHAPTER ONE 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Life of Adolf Hitler 1.2 Life of Odumegwu Ojukwu 1.3 Purpose of Study 1.4 Scope of Study 1.5 Methodology 1.6 Theoretical Background 1.7 Literature Review 1.8 Thesis Statement CHAPTER TWO: SYNTACTIC ANALYSES OF SELECTED WAR SPEECHES (HITLER AND OJUKWU) 2.1... Continue Reading
TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER ONE 1.0 Introduction - - - 1.1 Purpose of Study- - 1.2 Scope of Study- - 1.3 Methodology- - - - - 1.4 Theoretical Background - 1.5 Review of Related Scholarship and Justification of Study 1.6 Thesis Statement - - CHAPTER TWO SOCIO-POLITICAL... Continue Reading
ABSTRACT The ecphonesis Chinwetalu Agu employs in movies are not just mere phrases, clichés, slangs or mere hilarious comments but are of immense relevance to the realization of the theme of the movies where he employs them. This research discusses... Continue Reading
CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the Study Linguistics is the study of human natural language. It is an exciting area of study because all other fields of study also make use of language in their studies. Language is the chief means by which human beings... Continue Reading
Abstract Lucy Jonah’s Shrouded Secrets recounts the causes, circumstances and effects of rape on victims. The narrative gives a vivid and realistic picture of how innocent people fall preys to sexual predators who carry out the evil called rape. This paper examines the scourge of rape which permeates the... Continue Reading
TABLE CONTENTS Chapter One: Background to the Study Introduction Aim and Objectives of the Study Significance of Study Scope of the Study Methodology Literature Review Endnotes Chapter Two: Traditions of Origin of the Urhobo Clans Introduction Traditions of Origins/Migration Royal Titles and Royal... Continue Reading
RESISTANCE IN J.C. DE GRAFT’S SONS AND DAUGHTERS AND STELLA DIA OYEDEPO’S THE REBELLION OF THE BUMPY CHESTED. Abstract This study examines the depiction of resistance in J.C. De Graft’s Sons and Daughters and Stella Dia Oyedepo’s The Rebellion of the Bumpy Chested. This study limits its scope to Graft’s Sons and Daughters and... Continue Reading
CHAPTER ONE 1.0 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Generally, the study of Igbo language has received renewed interest and attention from scholars. The renewed interest has been a cheering development especially in the increasing period of demand and expectation... Continue Reading
Abstract Lucy Jonah’s Shrouded Secrets recounts the causes, circumstances and effects of rape on victims. The narrative gives a vivid and realistic picture of how innocent people fall preys to sexual predators who carry out the evil called rape. This paper examines the scourge of rape which permeates the... Continue Reading
THE ELEGIAC TRADITION IN NIYI OSUNDARE’S SONGS OF THE SEASON AND HOPE EGHAGHA’S MAMA DANCES INTO THE NIGHT AND OTHER POEMS. TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter One Life and Works of Authors Purpose of Study Scope of Study Methodology Theoretical Background Reviews of Criticism Thesis Statement Chapter Two: Heroism 2.0 Introduction 2.1 Celebration of... Continue Reading
QUEST FOR WOMEN’S EMANCIPATION IN BUCHIEMECHETA’SSECOND-CLASSCITIZEN AND SEFI ATTA’S EVERYTHING GOOD WILL COME Abstract African society has been plagued by patriarchy which subjugates women and their rights as humans. Societal laws and local traditions or customs are constructed in favour of men. Therefore, men lord it over women especially... Continue Reading