scholarly journals Aesthetic Determinants in the Pottery Tradition of the Urhobo People of Nigeria’S Niger Delta

2022 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. p37
Author(s):  
Oghenekevwe E. Abamwa ◽  
Abel M. Diakparomre
Keyword(s):  
Structural Feature ◽  
Niger Delta ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Structural Elements ◽  
Art Practice ◽  
Structural Components ◽  
Aesthetic Value ◽  
Niger Delta Region ◽  
The People ◽  
The Aesthetic

Pottery practice is one of the three-dimensional enterprises of the Urhobo people who inhabit part of the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. The people are also known for the production of massive sculptures in wood and mud. Many of the pottery products of the people are, as is the case with their sculptures, configurations of volumes. The expressiveness of these pots is, in part, determined by the way in which the constituting volumes meet each other. In most literature that is available on this art practice of the people, this structural feature is diminished in importance or not considered as a contributing element to the general aesthetics of the ware. This paper interrogates the structural elements that constitute the pots. This is done by dissembling the pots into their structural components (volumes) and analyzing the manner of their coming together to constitute the pot. The findings show that two basic transitions are used as aesthetic attributes in the pottery products from the study area. The study also reaffirms that the extent to which an object satisfies the purpose for which it is made is a strong determinant of the aesthetic value ascribed to the object by a people.

scholarly journals The Moving Image as a Panacea for Concise Analysis and Means of Ensuring Good Governance and Ameliorating Youth Restiveness in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 133-142
Author(s):  
Jariel Somieari Ikiroma-Owiye
Keyword(s):  
Niger Delta ◽  
Good Governance ◽  
Social Issues ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Visual Presentation ◽  
Delta Region ◽  
Developmental Needs ◽  
Niger Delta Region ◽  
The People ◽  
The Military

The world is plagued with plethora of social issues generated from the complexity of modern existence. The control of sources of raw materials, exploitation, production, and trade has polarised our world. This paper looked at the Niger Delta situation from an audio-visual angle as reflected in the film ‘Krakraye’ by Gentle Jack. The Niger Delta region and her people have been neglected in terms of developmental needs in the Nigerian state, hence, the youths resort to self-identification and resource control which is the problem being stated. The aim of this paper is to present this issue bare in an audio-visual manner. The objectives are to concisely chronicle the real situation from the emergence of the military in the Nigerian scene to the present. Theoretical framework was the analytical approach to cultural studies, while the research methodology would entail the qualitative approach enmeshed with visual impressions, still photographs from the film ‘Krakraye’, and from other graphic and audio-visual sources. Findings of this study show that it is deliberate to underdevelop the Niger Delta region, keep the people poor so they will be loyal and could easily be overcome by the majority tribes, Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo who have never spoken against injustice meted to the Niger Delta communities. Contributions to knowledge is that visual presentation has shown the true plight of the Niger Delta people in visual images. Recommendations are that a naturally endowed, rich industrial environment should not be neglected for peace and development to thrive; stealing of the people’s commonwealth brings about capital flight as those in government are afraid to show their wealth in Nigeria rather, they launder and invest these monies abroad. This paper critically assessed the reach of film in exposing social anomaly as the case of the Niger Delta people, allegorically. Key Words: Film, Niger Delta, youth, democracy, development

scholarly journals Social impacts of oil extraction in the Niger Delta region, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Obumneme Achunike
Keyword(s):  
Critical Discourse Analysis ◽  
Niger Delta ◽  
Social Impact ◽  
Critical Discourse ◽  
Delta Region ◽  
Amnesty International ◽  
Oil Companies ◽  
Niger Delta Region ◽  
The People ◽  
Nigerian Government

Oil was discovered in Nigeria in1956 at Oloibiri in the Niger Delta Region after almost 50 years of exploration. Shell-BP at that time, was the sole concessionaire because non-British companies were not given exploration license to operate in Nigeria. After Nigerian Independence in 1960, exploration rights were extended to other multinational oil companies. More than 16 multinational oil companies were in operation with little or no supervision from the Nigerian Government, which created significant environmental, political,and social impact in the region. A critical discourse analysis of documents from Shell, Amnesty International, THISDAY Newspaper revealed that the Nigerian government has failed to safeguard the environment and the lives of the people. On the basis of evidence presented on this research, in addition to literature, it can be argued that oil has turned out to be a curse to the Niger Delta Region and Nigeria in general.

scholarly journals Insurgency in Nigeria: The Real Test of Nationhood

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
Zachariah Apamshan ◽  
Norafidah Ismail ◽  
Knocks Tapiwa Zengeni
Keyword(s):  
Niger Delta ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Security Threats ◽  
The Real ◽  
Institutional Failure ◽  
Root Cause ◽  
Niger Delta Region ◽  
The People ◽  
Political Uncertainties ◽  
Real Test

<em>The Boko Haram and the Niger Delta militancy today remain unarguably the greatest security threats to the corporate existence of the Nigerian state and her development. At the root of these insurgencies are socio-economic, ethno-political and religious challenges which are actually bye-products of a dysfunctional system. This research work examines the issues and challenges as it relates to the real test of Nigeria’s nationhood. The research work made use of content analysis through the use of books, newspapers, journal publications and available sources from the internet library. This is to give a deeper understanding of the issues that surround insurgency in Nigeria with a view of proffering solutions. The findings of this research work revealed that, lack of employment and equal opportunities especially for the youths of the minority tribes who make up the people of the Niger Delta region are seen as the root cause of agitations.  Also, the findings disclosed poor and ineffective governance as responsible for the increased social and political uncertainties, rigidity and institutional failure. Issues such as religion, ethnicity, and regional sentiments were the real problems behind the violent conflict in Nigeria.</em>

scholarly journals Oil production and the problematic of water pollution in the Niger Delta: A study of selected communities in Bayelsa State

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (3) ◽  
pp. 68-86
Author(s):  
Kelly Bryan Ovie Ejumudo ◽  
Ogochukwu Harrison Amede
Keyword(s):  
Water Pollution ◽  
Niger Delta ◽  
Oil Production ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Poverty Level ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Oil Companies ◽  
Niger Delta Region ◽  
The People ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Abstract This study examines the problematic of oil production and water pollution in selected oil-bearing communities in Bayelsa State. The design of the study was descriptive survey. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire. The data were analyzed using chi-square. The findings of the study revealed that there is a significant relationship between the role of the Nigerian State, multinational oil companies as well as the community leadership and the negative effects of water pollution on the health, occupation/economic and the livelihood standard/poverty level of the people of the oil-bearing communities in Bayelsa State. The study recommended among others that the multi-layered levels of government should formulate and genuinely implement policies that will mitigate the effects of water pollution on the health, economic and livelihood status of the people and the multinational oil conglomerates should be truly committed to integrated policies and strategies that will close the developmental gaps in the Niger Delta Region.

scholarly journals TORTOR PINING ANJEI PADA MASYARAKAT SIMALUNGUN KAJIAN TERHADAP ETIKA DAN ESTETIKA

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 42
Author(s):  
Valent Tarihoran
Keyword(s):  
Ethical Values ◽  
Aesthetic Value ◽  
Descriptive Data ◽  
Library Research ◽  
The People ◽  
Research Interviews ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
Public Ethics ◽  
The Aesthetic ◽  
North Sumatra

Pining Anjeitortor dance tortor is entertainment on Simalungun society. Tortor dance creations that this is taken from folklore Simalungun. This study aims to determine how the shape and Ethics and Aesthetics Tortor Pining Anjei the Community Simalungun. To discuss the purpose of the study above, use the theories related to the topic of this research is the theory of the Presentation Form AM. Hermin K theory of Manner and Costum Ethics and Aesthetics of Dharsono theory.Time used in the research to discuss Tortor Pining Anjei In Simalungun Study on Public Ethics and Aesthetics for 2 months ie June 2016 to July 2016. The research site is in Pamatang Raya, Simalungun, North Sumatra. Analysis of the data in this study using a qualitative descriptive, data collection techniques by observation, library research, interviews, and documentation.The results based on the data collected can be seen that Tortor Pining Anjei as dance entertainment for the community Simelungun pick ethical values ​​and aesthetics that can be seen from the movement, as well as the clothing worn in Tortor Pining Anjei. Ethical values ​​contained therein are tortor movement which moved from the activities and habits of the people Simalungun. And also ethics in Simalungun tor tor-like hands that should not be open too wide, and must not exceed the ears. It is clear that a woman should be polite. Ethics in a dress no where used clothing is Marabit Top. However Marabit Top fashion is clothing worn by women Simalungun society. Aesthetic value can be observed from the movement of the arms, legs and head. Motion carried out can be seen with a good, neat, organized, and flexible. In addition to aesthetics in motion, there is also the aesthetic in the distinctive fashion Simelungun like Ragi Pane and suriSuri makes Tortor Pining Anjei more beautiful views.

scholarly journals Oil Exploration and Exploitation in Ugbo (Ilaje) Communities of Coastal Yorubaland

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
‘Gbade Ikuejube ◽  
O.A. Funmilayo
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resource ◽  
Niger Delta ◽  
Agricultural Land ◽  
Exploration And Exploitation ◽  
Oil Companies ◽  
Niger Delta Region ◽  
The People ◽  
Oil Exploitation ◽  
Resource Endowment ◽  
Cultural Extinction

Coastal Yorubaland is one of the richest parts of Nigeria in terms of natural resource endowment. The area is blessed with extensive forests, good agricultural land and abundant water resources such as fish. It is also blessed with reserves of crude oil. This natural resource has attracted the attention of oil companies, whose activities often result in economic and social problems such as environmental pollution, occupational dislocation, cultural extinction and rural urban drift. However, the attitude of the people in this region, especially the militant youths, has also contributed to environmental degradation: oil pipe vandalization has become a constant occurrence, and it has a debilitating effect on the environment. Environmental devastation, economic poverty and constant conflict constitute a lived reality. Oil exploitation activities have also left much of the area desolate, poor and uninhabitable. This article argues that the effects of oil exploitation on Ilaje Ugbo communities are comparable to what occurs in other oil communities of the Niger Delta region of Nigeria.

NIGER DELTA CRISIS AND THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AMNESTY PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION IN NIGERIA

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-36
Keyword(s):  
Niger Delta ◽  
Social Impact ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Programme Implementation ◽  
Oil Companies ◽  
Niger Delta Region ◽  
The People ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Government

Abstract The Niger Delta since inception of oil exploration in 1956 has been witnessing series of environmental insecurities which culminated into long term sufferings of the people living in the region. The activities of oil companies paid less attention to the well-being of the region and consequently metamorphosed into youth’s militancy –in terms of kidnapping and armed struggles. The effects of militancy led to the proclamation of amnesty programme designed to ameliorate the crisis situation and pardon those who were involved in militancy by the President Yar’Adua led administration in 2009. However, the question of insincerity from the government, multinational oil companies, agencies and militants remains a burden undermining the amnesty implementation programme and its successes in post-amnesty Niger Delta. This seminar, therefore, examined the social impact of amnesty programme and its challenges on Niger Delta. Internet explorations, magazines, newspaper cut-outs, books and journals were the instruments of data collection. Suggestions for proper implementation of amnesty programme and developmental actualisation in the Niger Delta Region were proffered. Keywords: Niger Delta, Crisis, Amnesty Programme, Nigeria

Management of Nigerian Marginal Oil Fields for Economic Sustainability in Niger Delta Region

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Humphrey Otombosoba Oruwari
Keyword(s):  
Natural Gas ◽  
Niger Delta ◽  
Oil Field ◽  
Delta Region ◽  
Field Development ◽  
Niger Delta Region ◽  
Oil Field Development ◽  
The People ◽  
Multiple Case ◽  
Marginal Field

Abstract The objective of the study was to examine the assertion that marginal oil field development remains one of the economic fortunes of Niger Delta region in Nigeria. This is evident with its shares in the region power output as well as its contribution to the industrialization. Multiple case studies of marginal oil field operations corroborate the relationship between marginal field development and economic fortunes of Niger Delta region. Marginal field firms provide electricity to the host communities where they operate. Also, industries are fed with natural gas from marginal field operating in the region. The marginal field operators ensures that host communities are getting electricity. Also cement factory is fed from natural gas operating in the area. However, the management of marginal field resources has been far from being optimally beneficial. The real issue is how to manage the marginal field for the welfare of the people. Against this background, the study findings suggested that the country marginal field wealth be used to implement people-oriented programmes for better welfare spread.

scholarly journals Reflections on Pottery Art in the Oil Rich Niger Delta Region of Nigeria: A Study of Pottery Art in Akwa Ibom and Rivers States

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 145-151
Author(s):  
Edem Etim Peters
Keyword(s):  
Crude Oil ◽  
Niger Delta ◽  
Oil And Gas ◽  
Agricultural Land ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Basic Material ◽  
Delta Region ◽  
Secondary Sources ◽  
Niger Delta Region ◽  
The People

Niger Delta region is very rich in oil and gas deposits, clay, agricultural land, fisheries, extensive forest and other resources. They are nine states which make the region namely, Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo and Rivers. The most oil producing communities among them are Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Edo, Delta and Rivers State. Clay is equally found in abundance in all the states like crude oil is found in Niger Delta communities. The available clay mineral in the region has the capacity to transform the nation’s economy if properly utilized. Clay is the basic material for pottery or ceramics production. It is also used to ease the penetration of pipes in drilling of crude oil. This paper looks at the practice of pottery in Niger Delta Area with a focus on pottery practice in both Akwa Ibom and Rivers States. Indigenous and contemporary pottery or ceramics practices in these communities indeed have played vital role in the economic, social religious and cultural ways of life of the people. Clay products such as dinnerware and sanitary wares and others are highly sought for and they have the capacity to boast the national economy as experienced in other nations such as Japan, Italy, Britain, United States of America, India and China among others. Data were collected from both primary and secondary sources and were subsequently assessed. The result shows that proper utilization of clay found in Niger Delta has the potential to create numerous job opportunities for the teaming population of youths in the region. The availability of abundant clay in the region, if well harnessed could adequately compete with crude oil exploitation for economic purposes in the region.

scholarly journals Binary, Bipartite Motifs and Counter-Hegemonic Strategies in Tanure Ojaide’s The Activist

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (5) ◽  
pp. 39-52
Author(s):  
Charles Feghabo ◽  
Blessing Omoregie
Keyword(s):  
Niger Delta ◽  
Postcolonial Theory ◽  
Living Environment ◽  
Military Government ◽  
Oil Companies ◽  
Niger Delta Region ◽  
Binary Relationship ◽  
The People ◽  
Oil Politics ◽  
Relationship Of

Language use is central to Tanure Ojaide’s The Activist, negotiating a better living environment for the people of the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. Most literary essays on this text, however, overlook Ojaide’s deployment of language to achieve his subversive vision. The text has been interpreted as environmentalism colored by an ideology or artistic documentation of the despoiled ecosystem, its effects on humans, the flora and fauna of the Niger Delta, and the consequential eco-activism. Another read of the text, however, reveals a binary relationship of dominance and subversion in which language is significant to both sides of the intercourse. The existence of dominance and resistance, therefore, necessitates the analysis of the text drawing from the Subaltern theory, an aspect of the Postcolonial theory to which dominance and resistance are central. This essay examines the deployment of language as a hegemonic and subversive tool in the oil politics in the Niger Delta. The binary relationship is couched in bi-partite motifs captured in epithets and contrasting images. In the binary, the multinational oil companies operating in the Niger Delta yoked with the Nigerian military government, are juxtaposed with the people and the Niger Delta as oppressors and the oppressed. Through bipartite motifs that abound in the text, Ojaide concretizes the duality in the Nigerian society vis-a-vis the oil politics in the Niger Delta.  In the duality, language is reinvented and mobilized significantly by both sides as a tool for demonizing and excluding each other to enable the subjugation or subversion of the other.

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