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Globalisation and Human Commodity Trade in the Eastern Niger Delta Area of Nigeria in the 20th Century
(PortharCourt Journal of History and International Studies, 2022) Odeigah Theresa Nfam
Human beings are now being sold for profit making. Globalisation has generally facilitated the commoditisation of human beings. Women and girls are coerced, deceived, lured, trapped and at times forcefully exploited in what is regarded as modern day slavery or human trafficking or human commodity trade. The victims are recruited through highly respected persons such as village heads, chiefs, parents, uncles, aunties, close relatives or close family friends with the promise of greener pastures and various other forms of persuasion, deceit or outright abduction in an originating country often characterised by poverty, massive corruption, inordinate quest for wealth, high unemployment rate, political instability, violence and conflicts. The victims are transferred through transit countries often characterized by lax institutions such as Customs and Immigrations, weak legislature, corruption and porous borders and finally into destination countries with booming sex industry and high demand for cheap labour. This study examined Human commodity trade and commoditisation of women and girls in the Eastern Niger Delta area of Nigeria, using a historic and multi-disciplinary approaches. The study concludes that Human Commodity Trade is a harsh reality plaguing the Eastern Niger Delta area mainly due to the illusion that life is always better outside our shores, cultural factors, illiteracy, poor parenting and up-bringing, hunger, faulty educational system and poverty. These among others are some of the factors fuelling this clandestine contemptible trade in the Eastern Niger Delta area of Nigeria.
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Islam, Good Governance and Community Development in Contemporary Times: The Case of Nigeria
(Pan-African University Press, Austin, USA, 2022) Fahm, AbdulGafar Olawale; Adebisi, A. A.
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Mutual Respect and Peaceful Co-Existence under Islamic International Law in Relation with Individuals of Different Religious Background
(International Centre for Law and Democracy Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, 2023-09) Owoade A. Abdulateef; Abdulazeez Hamza Okene; Absulaziz Ruqayyah Olaide
Peaceful coexistence between religions in this contemporary age is both an individual and social necessity. It is particularly important given the interconnectedness of today’s world in various areas such as politics, economics, society and culture. Isolation does not beget progress and development. In this context, this paper chronicles peaceful coexistence and religious tolerance in the light of Islam quoting relevant textual authorities from the Quran and sunnah. The paper also examines the peaceful spread of Islam while interrogating the place of terror in Islam. In effect the paper espoused the principles of neighborhood in Islam and espouses same as a potent model for religious tolerance.
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ADVANCING A MODERN METHODOLOGICAL APPROACH TO ISLAMIC STUDIES
(NIGERIA ASSOCIATION OF TEACHERS OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES (NATAIS), EKITI-STATE CHAPTER, 2023-05) Fahm, AbdulGafar Olawale
This paper presents a novel methodological framework for research in Islamic studies that addresses the evolving nature of Islamic thought and practice. The framework integrates interdisciplinary perspectives, embraces new technologies, and emphasizes contextual analysis. The first component involves engaging with disciplines like sociology, anthropology, history, and political science to gain a comprehensive understanding of Islamic studies. This interdisciplinary approach enables the exploration of the social, cultural, and political dimensions of Islam. The second component leverages modern technologies, such as digital humanities tools and data analytics, to analyze large datasets and uncover patterns and trends within the Islamic world. This use of technology allows researchers to explore previously inaccessible topics. Contextual analysis is another crucial aspect of the framework, examining Islamic practices and beliefs within specific historical, cultural, and social contexts to develop a nuanced understanding of Islam's diversity and adaptability. Overall, this paper offers a modern methodological approach that integrates interdisciplinary perspectives, utilizes modern technologies, and highlights the significance of contextual analysis. By adopting this framework, researchers can contribute to a comprehensive understanding of Islam in the contemporary era.
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Autonomy Stretched too Far in the Light of the Approval of Euthanasia for A 27-years-Old Autistic Alberta Woman
(International Centre for Law and Democratic Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, 2024-01) Omipidan Bashiru Adeniyi; Abdulazeez Okene Hamza; Abdulaziz Ruqayyah Olaide
Generally, autonomy refers to a person’s right to whatever he/she believes in. In the medical parlance, patient autonomy is a well-known principle and it is also one of the views of the proponents of euthanasia and/ or assisted suicide in seeking for the legalization of the concept. While opponents believed strongly that a matured and sane person, no matter the sentiment involved, should be allowed to do whatever he/she likes with him/herself, including taking his/her own life. Opponents on the other hand believed life belongs to God and so no one is reserved the right to take or kill such life. More so when one has contributed nothing to the existence of the life sought to be taken. This present case therefore sets the ball in motion wherein a father has gone to court to challenge the basis for making her daughter qualified for euthanasia when the daughter is only mentally incapacitated. the decision of the court in allowing the euthanasia of the autistic woman, despite agreeing that the establishing law was faulty in some direction is examined and the implication of such ruling. This paper will, at the end show that legalizing or allowing euthanasia on the basis of autonomy coupled with denying parents the right to have a say on the issues bothering the life and death of their own is an autonomy stretched too far.