It is the considered opinion of this paper that the ultimate aim of man knowingly or unwittingly ... more It is the considered opinion of this paper that the ultimate aim of man knowingly or unwittingly is peace of mind. All life endeavours in terms of different occupations and the means of achieving them are all geared towards this goal though somewhat hidden or unknown to many. Arguably, life ambitions and the means of arriving at them are all pivoted on the peace of mind for their success. In this piece, the researchers are out to show how philosophy, primarily, is tailored naturally for creating peace of mind.
With the foundation of Nigeria laid purely on business interest in lieu of sound ideological/valu... more With the foundation of Nigeria laid purely on business interest in lieu of sound ideological/value-laden platform, the country after independence, turned into a pool where the erstwhile colonizers and her allies coupled with Nigerian cronies thrive on the natural resources of Nigeria at the expense of the generality of Nigerians. With this improper foundation and skewed perception of the country, the modus operandi among most Nigerians becomes a scramble where everybody struggles to have their own share of the national cake to the detriment of peace, unity, progress and development of the country. It boils down to what one may call, struggle to even the odd scores, that is, the mentality of using any available means possible to attain well-being since the leaders, so to speak, have no good of the citizenry at heart. Having had an apperception of this fundamental problem, this study through philosophical investigations as a method, finds economic mismanagement (recession), corruption...
The modern era embodies the enthronement and celebration of science and technology championing th... more The modern era embodies the enthronement and celebration of science and technology championing the cause of globalization
Philosophia-international Journal of Philosophy, 2021
The capacity to share and understand another’s state of mind or the ability to put oneself into a... more The capacity to share and understand another’s state of mind or the ability to put oneself into another’s shoes or, in some way, experience the outlook or emotions of another being within oneself has been referred to as empathy. It is a presumed ability to burrow into another person’s structures of consciousness and experience oneself as another. Hence it involves the capacity of one to understand or feel what another is experiencing from within their frame of reference. This paper investigates the im/possibility of empathy. The question of the im/possibility of empathy finds expression in the question of the possibility of a subject’s access into the subjective conscious experiences of another. The paper appraises various positions accruing from the basic Husserlian/Steinian views. It also highlights the optimists’ belief that empathy puts us in touch with others in a way that generates a compassionate concern that forms the foundation of morality and the pessimists’ view that empa...
The quest for the utility or futility of Philosophy is a fundamental concern on the general relev... more The quest for the utility or futility of Philosophy is a fundamental concern on the general relevance of Philosophy especially in a world that currently progresses on the provisions of post-modernity. The advancements of science and technology, the progress and achievements of some disciplines within the fields of humanities all tend to engender relative indifference to Philosophy which is sometimes considered abstract, speculative and as a career, non-professional and less lucrative.This paper attempts to establish the efficacy of Philosophy by drawing its significance to any discipline using the tools of Phenomenology and Critical analysis. The paper argues that the value of philosophy to any field is partly factored on its receptiveness and appreciation in the benefitting discipline. The paper finds that Philosophy mostly provides the fundamental principles that underpin various disciplines and continues to play often indispensable roles in various academic and practical fields o...
Absrtact This paper attempts an interpretation of African existential situation in the light of E... more Absrtact This paper attempts an interpretation of African existential situation in the light of Emmanuel Levinas’ theory of the Other. The paper presents that the bid to find measures towards the advancement of humanity forms a very vital concern of philosophy. Thus, several efforts have been made by philosophers over the ages to multiply viable options which are considered by various world societies as veritable tools for their socio-political advancement. When compared with the technologically driven Western society, Africa still struggles to measure up with global defined development with all negativities attendant of such situation. Notably, the works of many philosophers are not only the products of their intellectual curiosity but sometimes informed by their experiences in life. Thus, informed by his life experiences, Levinas delved into a phenomenology of Otherness in which he postulates an ethico-political theory aimed at the need for the of universal care of humanity, a the...
A critical look at Nigeria’s national policy on education on tertiary or higher education reveals... more A critical look at Nigeria’s national policy on education on tertiary or higher education reveals a startling chasm of gap between the goals of the policy through General Studies Programme and their expected actualizations. This problem, that is, the chasm of gap, is owned to the maladministration and immoral conducts of the people to whom the students are under their influence directly or indirectly. It is the effects of these chasms of gap that have resulted largely in unemployable youths in Nigeria’s labour market per se, youth’s restiveness and so many other ills that go with it. In this study, through the philosophical method of critical analysis, the researchers are poised to offer competent administration born of patriotism and good moral conducts on the part of higher institutions’ hierarchies as valuable ideas that will bridge the existing gap between the goals of the policy and their expected actualizations, and as such, yield the desired results. Keywords : General Studie...
This paper highlights the import of hermeneutics in philosophy. As the art of interpretation, her... more This paper highlights the import of hermeneutics in philosophy. As the art of interpretation, hermeneutics in philosophy can either be viewed as an area or a method. As an area of philosophy, hermeneutics is studied independently as a specialty. As a method of philosophy, hermeneutics aid philosophical researches in interpretation of texts, concepts, existential situations, being and indeed reality. St. Augustine’s interpretation of the fall of the ancient city of Rome is a ready instance of a viable hermeneutic engagement in philosophy. A philosophic account of that unique exercise is the objective of this paper with a view to promote Augustine as a prime figurenot only in biblical but general hermeneutics.
This paper exposes and critically examines St. Augustine’s concept of justice. Informed by the re... more This paper exposes and critically examines St. Augustine’s concept of justice. Informed by the relative need to re-evaluate the concept of justice in relation to the State within the contemporary society, the paper views that most contemporary values are driven by homocentric humanism. Augustine’s masterpiece, City of God (Civitas Dei) the fulcrum of the stated expose, relates that justice begins with according God His due of worship and service. Compelled by love of God and neighbour, true justice is typical of the city of God, whereas the earthly city propelled by its own kind of love basically lacks justice. For Augustine, commonwealth can derive its meaningfulness only within his context of justice. The paper finds eventually that peace remains the inevitable fruit of Augustine’s justice.
The question of whether what is known as ‘Eastern Philosophy’ qualifies as real philosophical ven... more The question of whether what is known as ‘Eastern Philosophy’ qualifies as real philosophical venture engenders lingering divergent positions among scholars. Edmund Husserl, for instance, view the entire corpus as some forms of religion embodying specific systems of belief and mystical practices bereft of Greco-European model of philosophy. This paper is an attempt to further, in the context of ‘Receiving Asian Philosophy’, the project of consolidating the reality of that Philosophy. The paper attends to the project by exposing and examining, the philosophy of Taoism, which advances the interconnection between nature and reality, with special attention to its principles of nature. As a research based on qualitative method, this paper relies on library and web sources for data collection. It combines the methods of phenomenology and analysis (Phenomenalysis) for its enquiry. The paper finds that against the polemical viewpoints of Husserlian like minds, some other scholars including...
The concept of human development involves the attempt to address the challenges of human living. ... more The concept of human development involves the attempt to address the challenges of human living. By building human capabilities, human development represents the bid to improve human condition, given that a society only presumes development which pays insignificant attenti.
Apparently perturbed by the stumpy economic realities of Africa, as well as the continent’s place... more Apparently perturbed by the stumpy economic realities of Africa, as well as the continent’s place in the global economic ranking, Ikechukwu Anthony Kanu extended the application of his pet philosophy “Igwebuike” which underpins almost all his intellectual repositories, to the problem of Africa economic development. Hence, the piece, “Igwebuikeconomics: Towards an inclusive Economy for Economic Development” remains his germane input towards addressing the African economic existential situation.
The pervasiveness of awareness campaigns bordering on the environment especially in various mass ... more The pervasiveness of awareness campaigns bordering on the environment especially in various mass media all suggests that the world‟s environment is endangered, largely by human activities. The intent of this paper is to x-ray and know if the pristine ways (prior to Western influences) Igbo people used to preserve 'nature' in their traditional setting could still be of any relevance in salvaging the world‟s endangered environment in the face of the towering impact of globalization with its accoutrements of modern science and technology. This intent is midwifed by the philosophical method of hermeneutics. It is important to add that while we recognize the wide ramifications of 'nature' discourses, the concept of 'nature' in this paper is basically reduced to its pedestrian understanding as an environment that retains its pristine attributes prior to human interventions. Keywords: Igbo people, Idea, Nature, Globalization, Preservation
The various cultures of the world embody customs and traditions through which they display their ... more The various cultures of the world embody customs and traditions through which they display their specific identities. The social aspect of culture encapsulates the various strata of human social institutions with the attendant characteristics they express. Within the socio-natural milieu, humanity is gender driven. A society is either patriarchal or matriarchal depending mainly on the historical circumstances that must have informed such designation. The popular feeling of wide discrimination against women is found mainly in patriarchal societies where their freedom, fundamental human rights are deemed limited by the artifice of the men folk. Such setting tends to adopt a sense of gender divide which ascribes inferiority to the feminine gender. The sense of injustice informed by this kind of situation gave meaning to the necessity of women emancipation. This paper therefore brings into focus the African women existing mainly in a patriarchal driven setting of whose culturally informed subjugation engender sustained quest for emancipation. Using Philosophical tools, the paper examines the essence, nature and approaches to African women emancipation. It submits that in as much as African cultural practices which defile women dignity should be abolished in totality, African women emancipation ought not to take the African woman away from her essential motherliness. Keywords: Philosophy, Women Emancipation, Africa DOI: 10.7176/JPCR/50-06 Publication date: September 30th 2020
Among several issues surrounding scholarly and political discussions about Africa is that of the ... more Among several issues surrounding scholarly and political discussions about Africa is that of the continent‟s development. Despite the claims that it is the cradle of civilization, Africa, at the moment, remains a developing nation in the global developmental ranking. Efforts to lift Africa from the shackles have included, among others, addressing issues relating to factors responsible for the situation. Although replete with submissions as regards possible ways forward, the dialectical reality takes its course and refines possibilities for African integral and sustainable development. Deploying the tools of phenomenological and critical analyses, the present work reflects on the problems and prospects of African development. It submits that insofar as development is an on-going process, Africa is emerging. Institutions have crucial roles to play towards African developmental goals. I The annual diaries of events of most African nations reflect dates for celebration of national indep...
Education is critical to human development. Scholars have always been concerned with the appropri... more Education is critical to human development. Scholars have always been concerned with the appropriate method or pedagogy to adopt for education. Usually two parties are involved in any learning process- the teacher and the learner(s). The contention on pedagogy has always been whether learning ought to be teacher centered or student centered. While the proponents of traditional pedagogue in education emphasize the experience of the teacher; most modern and contemporary scholars like John Dewey and Paulo Freire emphasize the experience of the learner. Paulo Freire rejected the traditional education system tagging it a banking system because it tends to impose the experience of the teacher on the learner; undermining the experience and personal total development of the learner. He proposed a critical pedagogue as an ideal; a pedagogue that is problem-posing with emphasis laid on the experience of the learner. This article studies Paulo Freire’s critical pedagogue using the analytic met...
It is the considered opinion of this paper that the ultimate aim of man knowingly or unwittingly ... more It is the considered opinion of this paper that the ultimate aim of man knowingly or unwittingly is peace of mind. All life endeavours in terms of different occupations and the means of achieving them are all geared towards this goal though somewhat hidden or unknown to many. Arguably, life ambitions and the means of arriving at them are all pivoted on the peace of mind for their success. In this piece, the researchers are out to show how philosophy, primarily, is tailored naturally for creating peace of mind.
With the foundation of Nigeria laid purely on business interest in lieu of sound ideological/valu... more With the foundation of Nigeria laid purely on business interest in lieu of sound ideological/value-laden platform, the country after independence, turned into a pool where the erstwhile colonizers and her allies coupled with Nigerian cronies thrive on the natural resources of Nigeria at the expense of the generality of Nigerians. With this improper foundation and skewed perception of the country, the modus operandi among most Nigerians becomes a scramble where everybody struggles to have their own share of the national cake to the detriment of peace, unity, progress and development of the country. It boils down to what one may call, struggle to even the odd scores, that is, the mentality of using any available means possible to attain well-being since the leaders, so to speak, have no good of the citizenry at heart. Having had an apperception of this fundamental problem, this study through philosophical investigations as a method, finds economic mismanagement (recession), corruption...
The modern era embodies the enthronement and celebration of science and technology championing th... more The modern era embodies the enthronement and celebration of science and technology championing the cause of globalization
Philosophia-international Journal of Philosophy, 2021
The capacity to share and understand another’s state of mind or the ability to put oneself into a... more The capacity to share and understand another’s state of mind or the ability to put oneself into another’s shoes or, in some way, experience the outlook or emotions of another being within oneself has been referred to as empathy. It is a presumed ability to burrow into another person’s structures of consciousness and experience oneself as another. Hence it involves the capacity of one to understand or feel what another is experiencing from within their frame of reference. This paper investigates the im/possibility of empathy. The question of the im/possibility of empathy finds expression in the question of the possibility of a subject’s access into the subjective conscious experiences of another. The paper appraises various positions accruing from the basic Husserlian/Steinian views. It also highlights the optimists’ belief that empathy puts us in touch with others in a way that generates a compassionate concern that forms the foundation of morality and the pessimists’ view that empa...
The quest for the utility or futility of Philosophy is a fundamental concern on the general relev... more The quest for the utility or futility of Philosophy is a fundamental concern on the general relevance of Philosophy especially in a world that currently progresses on the provisions of post-modernity. The advancements of science and technology, the progress and achievements of some disciplines within the fields of humanities all tend to engender relative indifference to Philosophy which is sometimes considered abstract, speculative and as a career, non-professional and less lucrative.This paper attempts to establish the efficacy of Philosophy by drawing its significance to any discipline using the tools of Phenomenology and Critical analysis. The paper argues that the value of philosophy to any field is partly factored on its receptiveness and appreciation in the benefitting discipline. The paper finds that Philosophy mostly provides the fundamental principles that underpin various disciplines and continues to play often indispensable roles in various academic and practical fields o...
Absrtact This paper attempts an interpretation of African existential situation in the light of E... more Absrtact This paper attempts an interpretation of African existential situation in the light of Emmanuel Levinas’ theory of the Other. The paper presents that the bid to find measures towards the advancement of humanity forms a very vital concern of philosophy. Thus, several efforts have been made by philosophers over the ages to multiply viable options which are considered by various world societies as veritable tools for their socio-political advancement. When compared with the technologically driven Western society, Africa still struggles to measure up with global defined development with all negativities attendant of such situation. Notably, the works of many philosophers are not only the products of their intellectual curiosity but sometimes informed by their experiences in life. Thus, informed by his life experiences, Levinas delved into a phenomenology of Otherness in which he postulates an ethico-political theory aimed at the need for the of universal care of humanity, a the...
A critical look at Nigeria’s national policy on education on tertiary or higher education reveals... more A critical look at Nigeria’s national policy on education on tertiary or higher education reveals a startling chasm of gap between the goals of the policy through General Studies Programme and their expected actualizations. This problem, that is, the chasm of gap, is owned to the maladministration and immoral conducts of the people to whom the students are under their influence directly or indirectly. It is the effects of these chasms of gap that have resulted largely in unemployable youths in Nigeria’s labour market per se, youth’s restiveness and so many other ills that go with it. In this study, through the philosophical method of critical analysis, the researchers are poised to offer competent administration born of patriotism and good moral conducts on the part of higher institutions’ hierarchies as valuable ideas that will bridge the existing gap between the goals of the policy and their expected actualizations, and as such, yield the desired results. Keywords : General Studie...
This paper highlights the import of hermeneutics in philosophy. As the art of interpretation, her... more This paper highlights the import of hermeneutics in philosophy. As the art of interpretation, hermeneutics in philosophy can either be viewed as an area or a method. As an area of philosophy, hermeneutics is studied independently as a specialty. As a method of philosophy, hermeneutics aid philosophical researches in interpretation of texts, concepts, existential situations, being and indeed reality. St. Augustine’s interpretation of the fall of the ancient city of Rome is a ready instance of a viable hermeneutic engagement in philosophy. A philosophic account of that unique exercise is the objective of this paper with a view to promote Augustine as a prime figurenot only in biblical but general hermeneutics.
This paper exposes and critically examines St. Augustine’s concept of justice. Informed by the re... more This paper exposes and critically examines St. Augustine’s concept of justice. Informed by the relative need to re-evaluate the concept of justice in relation to the State within the contemporary society, the paper views that most contemporary values are driven by homocentric humanism. Augustine’s masterpiece, City of God (Civitas Dei) the fulcrum of the stated expose, relates that justice begins with according God His due of worship and service. Compelled by love of God and neighbour, true justice is typical of the city of God, whereas the earthly city propelled by its own kind of love basically lacks justice. For Augustine, commonwealth can derive its meaningfulness only within his context of justice. The paper finds eventually that peace remains the inevitable fruit of Augustine’s justice.
The question of whether what is known as ‘Eastern Philosophy’ qualifies as real philosophical ven... more The question of whether what is known as ‘Eastern Philosophy’ qualifies as real philosophical venture engenders lingering divergent positions among scholars. Edmund Husserl, for instance, view the entire corpus as some forms of religion embodying specific systems of belief and mystical practices bereft of Greco-European model of philosophy. This paper is an attempt to further, in the context of ‘Receiving Asian Philosophy’, the project of consolidating the reality of that Philosophy. The paper attends to the project by exposing and examining, the philosophy of Taoism, which advances the interconnection between nature and reality, with special attention to its principles of nature. As a research based on qualitative method, this paper relies on library and web sources for data collection. It combines the methods of phenomenology and analysis (Phenomenalysis) for its enquiry. The paper finds that against the polemical viewpoints of Husserlian like minds, some other scholars including...
The concept of human development involves the attempt to address the challenges of human living. ... more The concept of human development involves the attempt to address the challenges of human living. By building human capabilities, human development represents the bid to improve human condition, given that a society only presumes development which pays insignificant attenti.
Apparently perturbed by the stumpy economic realities of Africa, as well as the continent’s place... more Apparently perturbed by the stumpy economic realities of Africa, as well as the continent’s place in the global economic ranking, Ikechukwu Anthony Kanu extended the application of his pet philosophy “Igwebuike” which underpins almost all his intellectual repositories, to the problem of Africa economic development. Hence, the piece, “Igwebuikeconomics: Towards an inclusive Economy for Economic Development” remains his germane input towards addressing the African economic existential situation.
The pervasiveness of awareness campaigns bordering on the environment especially in various mass ... more The pervasiveness of awareness campaigns bordering on the environment especially in various mass media all suggests that the world‟s environment is endangered, largely by human activities. The intent of this paper is to x-ray and know if the pristine ways (prior to Western influences) Igbo people used to preserve 'nature' in their traditional setting could still be of any relevance in salvaging the world‟s endangered environment in the face of the towering impact of globalization with its accoutrements of modern science and technology. This intent is midwifed by the philosophical method of hermeneutics. It is important to add that while we recognize the wide ramifications of 'nature' discourses, the concept of 'nature' in this paper is basically reduced to its pedestrian understanding as an environment that retains its pristine attributes prior to human interventions. Keywords: Igbo people, Idea, Nature, Globalization, Preservation
The various cultures of the world embody customs and traditions through which they display their ... more The various cultures of the world embody customs and traditions through which they display their specific identities. The social aspect of culture encapsulates the various strata of human social institutions with the attendant characteristics they express. Within the socio-natural milieu, humanity is gender driven. A society is either patriarchal or matriarchal depending mainly on the historical circumstances that must have informed such designation. The popular feeling of wide discrimination against women is found mainly in patriarchal societies where their freedom, fundamental human rights are deemed limited by the artifice of the men folk. Such setting tends to adopt a sense of gender divide which ascribes inferiority to the feminine gender. The sense of injustice informed by this kind of situation gave meaning to the necessity of women emancipation. This paper therefore brings into focus the African women existing mainly in a patriarchal driven setting of whose culturally informed subjugation engender sustained quest for emancipation. Using Philosophical tools, the paper examines the essence, nature and approaches to African women emancipation. It submits that in as much as African cultural practices which defile women dignity should be abolished in totality, African women emancipation ought not to take the African woman away from her essential motherliness. Keywords: Philosophy, Women Emancipation, Africa DOI: 10.7176/JPCR/50-06 Publication date: September 30th 2020
Among several issues surrounding scholarly and political discussions about Africa is that of the ... more Among several issues surrounding scholarly and political discussions about Africa is that of the continent‟s development. Despite the claims that it is the cradle of civilization, Africa, at the moment, remains a developing nation in the global developmental ranking. Efforts to lift Africa from the shackles have included, among others, addressing issues relating to factors responsible for the situation. Although replete with submissions as regards possible ways forward, the dialectical reality takes its course and refines possibilities for African integral and sustainable development. Deploying the tools of phenomenological and critical analyses, the present work reflects on the problems and prospects of African development. It submits that insofar as development is an on-going process, Africa is emerging. Institutions have crucial roles to play towards African developmental goals. I The annual diaries of events of most African nations reflect dates for celebration of national indep...
Education is critical to human development. Scholars have always been concerned with the appropri... more Education is critical to human development. Scholars have always been concerned with the appropriate method or pedagogy to adopt for education. Usually two parties are involved in any learning process- the teacher and the learner(s). The contention on pedagogy has always been whether learning ought to be teacher centered or student centered. While the proponents of traditional pedagogue in education emphasize the experience of the teacher; most modern and contemporary scholars like John Dewey and Paulo Freire emphasize the experience of the learner. Paulo Freire rejected the traditional education system tagging it a banking system because it tends to impose the experience of the teacher on the learner; undermining the experience and personal total development of the learner. He proposed a critical pedagogue as an ideal; a pedagogue that is problem-posing with emphasis laid on the experience of the learner. This article studies Paulo Freire’s critical pedagogue using the analytic met...
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