1. AN ASSESSMENT OF A LEXICO-SEMANTIC ANALYSIS OF CHIMAMANDA NGOZI ADICHIE’S HALF OF A YELLOW SUN
Background to the Study
Language, in its sophisticated form, has served as a guiding tool or a convention structure for interacting or presenting recommendations and vocal expression of one's thinking. There are several methods to convey one's views and ideas, i...
2. EFFECTS OF MASS MEDIA ON YORUBA CULTURE AND TRADITION
ABSTRACT
This study probes the effects which mass media has on the cultural values and tradition of the Yoruba people. It specifically tackles the effects of mass media on the culture and traditions of Erin Osun community. The research posits that the c...
3. WESTERN CULTURE AND THE YORUBA ETHICS: A PHILOSOPHICAL ANALYSIS
ABSTRACT
This essay is written in partial fulfillment of the department of Philosophy’s requirement for the award of the Bachelor’s of Arts Degree of the Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma. In this essay, we have tried to discuss some of the Yoruba ethics Influ...
4. ROLE OF PROPAGATING YORUBA CULTURE
ABSTRACT
Nigeria has three major tribes of which Yoruba is one of them. It is important to state that Yoruba as a tribe is also a language spoken by more than thirty million Nigerians. The language cuts across Nigeria to the neighboring countries like Benin republic and...
5. INTEGRATION OF YORUBA TRADITIONAL HOUSING ELEMENTS IN THE DESIGN OF OLUBADAN PALACE
ABSTRACT
Yoruba traditional housing through semiotic principles using symbolic objects, signs, and elements to create visual expression and linguistic meaning in architecture reflected social, economic value and cultural heritage of the Yoruba people. Availability of building materials,...
6. INDIGENOUS COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS AS DETERMINANTS OF CULTURAL RESURGENCE IN YORUBA SOCIETIES OF OYO AND OSUN STATES, NIGERIA
ABSTRACT
Indigenous Communication System (ICS) has been identified as an indispensable cultural tool for strengthening ties between elders and youths that can lead to effective promotion and transition of cultural heritage from one generation to the other. Despite the relevancy of ICS i...
7. FIVE (5) PIONEERS OF YORUBA GOSPEL MUSIC: A BIOGRAPHICAL STORY. INVESTIGATE THE LIVES AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF THE KEY FIGURES WHO PLAYED SIGNIFICANT ROLES IN DEVELOPMENT OF GOSPEL MUSIC.
Background of the Study
The emergence of Yoruba gospel music as a distinct genre is deeply rooted in the fusion of Christian religious practices with traditional Yoruba music. The development of this genre can be traced back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, w...
8. An investigation of persuasive rhetoric in Yoruba digital advertising in Lagos
Background of the Study
Yoruba digital advertising in Lagos has emerged as a dynamic field where traditional cultural expressions meet modern marketing strategies. Persuasive rhetoric in this digital arena employs a blend of visual imagery, language, and cultural symbolis...
9. An assessment of the role of proverbs in shaping semantic perceptions in Yoruba culture
Background of the Study
Proverbs have long served as the heartbeat of Yoruba communication, transmitting cultural wisdom, moral values, and nuanced meanings across generations. In Yoruba society, these succinct, metaphor-rich expressions are not only linguistic ornaments...
10. An examination of the influence of language policies on Yoruba literature in Abeokuta
Background of the Study
Language policies exert considerable influence on the production and preservation of literature by shaping linguistic standards and cultural narratives. In Abeokuta, Yoruba literature has long been a vehicle for expressing communal values, historic...
11. An evaluation of community-driven language planning in Yoruba cultural centers in Ibadan
Background of the Study
Community-driven language planning emphasizes the active participation of local stakeholders in preserving and promoting indigenous languages. In Ibadan, Yoruba cultural centers serve as hubs for language planning initiatives that are rooted in com...
12. An assessment of pragmatic indicators in Yoruba greetings among community elders in Ibadan
Background of the Study
In Yoruba culture, greetings are a vital part of daily interaction, serving as conduits for expressing respect, goodwill, and social hierarchy. Among community elders in Ibadan, greetings are rich with pragmatic indicators—linguistic cues tha...
13. The impact of oral tradition on the preservation of historical language forms in Yoruba
Background of the Study
Oral tradition has been central to the preservation of historical language forms in Yoruba culture. Through storytelling, proverbs, songs, and rituals, oral traditions transmit linguistic features, cultural values, and historical narratives from on...
14. The Impact of Traditional Rituals on the Evolution of Lexical Semantics in Yoruba Language
Background of the Study
Traditional rituals play an integral role in Yoruba culture, serving as a means of social cohesion and spiritual expression. These rituals have historically influenced the evolution of lexical semantics in Yoruba, embedding cultural...
15. The impact of translation practices on the preservation of Yoruba oral literature in Ibadan
Background of the study
Translation practices play an essential role in the preservation and dissemination of oral literature, particularly for languages with rich cultural histories such as Yoruba. In Ibadan, translation has become a pivotal tool in safe...
16. An Examination of Phonetic Nuances in Nigerian Traditional Dance Performances: A Comparative Study of Yoruba Drumming
Background of the Study
Traditional dance performances in Nigeria are rich in cultural expression, often accompanied by intricate drumming that conveys both rhythm and meaning. This study focuses on phonetic nuances in Yoruba drumming within traditional dance contexts. Dru...
