Department of Linguistics, African and Asian Studies

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    Distant Africa: Chinese Cultural Juxtapositions of an African Culture
    (NNAMDI AZIKWE UNIVERSITY,AWKA, 2019) Banwo, A.O.
    Culture awareness, consciousness, representations and discernments have been fundamental themes different cultural groups adopt in the assessment of each other. When different cultures interact with each other, we often find them subjected to cultural paranoia, degradation, strengths and phobias as exhibits that are often transmitted in these assessments. The Chinese have made bold attempts to assess what constitutes an African culture through their own lens and their cultural focal view of microscopic instruments. Evidently, they have assumed that African culture is barbaric, uncivilized, archaic and cannibalistic in nature. Such bold assessment of this cultural group reveals the dilemma of most groups in their evaluation of each other. Culture generalizations and cultural strengths have been dynamic factors that come into play in dissecting the cultures of the other. In analyzing what constitutes an African culture, the Chinese adopted the notions of race, colonization, slavery and western literatures to make their judgments of what they termed as an African culture. This work is descriptive in nature because it examines past events and draws references from them.
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    Entrepreneur skills and challenges: An analogous inquiry into Chinese and Nigerian expertise.
    (Department of Economics, University of Ilorin., 2020) Banwo, A.O.
    Entrepreneurs are economic innovators and drivers of the economy that bring about innovation of ideas, goods, services and business procedures. This study examines the skills or expertise of Chinese and Nigerian entrepreneurs with the aim of indentifying their uniqueness, similarities and differences. It uses the homogenous purpose sampling method and adopts the content analysis data collection method. The framework for this research work is the Psychological, Sociological and Integrated Models that propounds humans can be dynamic or paranormal beings with motivational and intuitive desires. This study identifies the different entrepreneurial skills we have, such as strategic thinking, risk-taking, motivation, efficiency, resilience, concise communication, networking skills and financial management as essential expertise. The study finds that entrepreneurs facilitate change and systematically organize human and material resources, workers and consumers. Likewise, it discovers that humans are core element in the center of any economic activity that can facilitate the developmental process of a nation. It suggests that if China and Nigeria must develop rapidly, the roles on entrepreneur in its society cannot be overlooked or ignored. The results indicate that entrepreneurs face a lot of risks and challenges such as the acquisition of capital funding and decision making abilities. This work advocates policy entrepreneurship that advocates strong policy innovations that hinges on strong support coalitions.
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    Financial Inclusion and Entrepreneurship as Drivers of Socially Inclusive Economic Growth: Lessons from China
    (Jalingo Journal of Social and Management Sciences, 2020-09-04) Banwo, A.O.
    This study examines the notion of financial inclusion and entrepreneurship as inclusive economy drivers of nations. Specifically, it draws inferences from the economic growth of China. Financial inclusion as a concept involves making financial services affordable for the low-income group so that they can also enjoy the benefits of financial services such as loans or insurance policies. Data for this research work was obtained through critical case sampling and content analysis. Certain factors such as financial access, opportunities, business activities, entrepreneurship and economic growth were adopted to examine the notion of financial inclusion in this work. It hinges its theoretical framework on the financial inclusion theories of public service, collaborative intervention and financial literacy theories. Therefore, this research work argues that the Chinese model of financial inclusion can be applicable to Nigeria if only this institution has government support, increased awareness activities and combined integrated efforts of these institutions. It depicts that if Nigeria must have a successful financial inclusion policy, it must deviate from its infrastructural support model and adopt an inclusive financial policy for its citizenry. It concludes that a nation’s economic performance is highly influenced by entrepreneurship and financial inclusion.
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    Inherent Nature & Dynamics of Political Stability in China
    (Fudan Journal of the Humanities and Social Sciences, 2015-06-10) Banwo, A.O.
    For any society to progress, there must be sensitive leadership that is willing to stir the affairs of the country towards the right direction, the provision of a good life, security, opportunity to exist peacefully, a functioning legal system, responsive government, economic prosperity are all fundamental elements for stability and progress in any society. With a strong leadership in China, it has grown to become the newest and emerging super economic power bloc of the 21st century. Government adoption of philosophies such as the Mandate of Heaven, putting the people first, rule by virtue and deep economic reforms has not only bolstered it’s authority to rule but has fortified the ruling party position as the only legitimate ruler of the greatest populated country in the world. This article develops a perception that Stability of any society can only be achieved when it is deeply rooted in the philosophical ideology of that society and pursuing the core interests of the people. This work sets out to explain and examine the nature of the Chinese Communist Party dynamics in ensuring political stability in China over the decades of its inception into the political stream of the nation state.
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    Learning Approaches and Strategies in Second Language Acquisition
    (Nigerian Journal of African Studies, Department of Igbo, African and Asian Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria, 2020-08-20) Banwo, A.O.
    This study examines the learning approaches and strategies of acquiring a second language while adopting the use of theories and different applications as depicted by modern scholars. Data for this work was obtained through purposive random sampling and analyzed through content analysis. Stages of language acquisition such as preproduction, early production, speech emergence, intermediate fluency and advance fluency stages were selected for this study. The framework for this research work emanated from the input hypothesis theory, language output hypothesis and the internal syllabus theory of language acquisition. This study identifies that the acquisition of a second language is based on several factors such as strategies and tactics, beneficial learning environment and the students’ personal learning abilities. It suggests that human mental ability is a central feature of learning a second language, although the use of strategies to increase the brain and memory function would go a long way in increasing knowledge processing and information. Furthermore, it does not dissuade the fact that teachers have a fundamental role in this process, they have the power to motivate the learner and identify their individual traits or abilities. They are expected to provide a suitable or interactive learning environment that would increase communicative abilities and processes through students cognitive, social and physiological preferences to ensure a second language acquisition.
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    Marriage Practices: A Comparative Analysis between the Chinese and the Yorùbá Ethnic Group.
    (DEPARTMENT OF LINGUISTICS, AFRICAN AND ASIAN STUDIES, 2018-06-17) Banwo, A.O.
    Marriage is an institution that has evolved over the years to signify different things; while the traditional notion of marriage is starting a family additional habitual conception of marriage is to extend the family ties. Marriages across the globe differ based on their values, traditions, beliefs and their expectations. One certain phenomenon is that marriages involve a set of rituals and it differs globally. This work adopts relevant secondary literatures that have delved into the conceptions of marriage practices across these two distant cultures. It draws out the unique differences and the similarities that exist and acts as a reference work for future research. This work sets out to identify key concepts and marriage practices between the Chinese and the Yorùbá race of Nigeria. It recognizes that there are fundamental reasons why people get married with inherent actors that are involved in the tying of the knot.
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    Moral Virtues as depicted in Omolúàbí and Junzi君子: A Parallel Enquiry
    (Ilorin Journal of History and International Studies, 2019) Banwo, A.O.
    Human action over the years have been controversial and sometimes intolerable, there has been a conflict of actions and behavioral attitudes which has evoked untold consequences. From ancient times, philosophers and scholars have propounded thoughts on what exists as the most desirable traits of human. They are all concerned with humans’ right attitude, good habits, passions and conduct that govern their actions according to human reason. Nevertheless, certain moral virtues are found and acceptable across all cultures such as the Yoruba and the Chinese. These moral virtues and values are universally acceptable as standards of human nature and its inherent needs. This work aims to examine the moral virtues as depicted by two cultures in the context of Omolúàbí and Junzi respectively. Data for this research work were obtained through homogenous purpose sampling and content analysis was used to study this work. Certain factors such as temperance, wisdom, justice, patience, perseverance and humility were selected for study in this research work. It adopts Aristotle’s Nicomachean theory of ethics to understudy this work. It ascertains that people can be virtuous or learn to be virtuous, he also argues that human virtue portrays bodily and soul excellence while exhibiting intellectual and moral virtues. This paper argues that the virtuous being in Yoruba and Chinese cultures is one who exhibits practical wisdom, acts rightly, humble and kind to his fellow human beings. It argues that virtue across cultures can be universal and humans should strive to attain or achieve them. It discerns that if humans want to succeed, they must have moral excellence that support their collective wellbeing. This work concludes that our societies are built on moral standards and humans must strive to attain them
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    THE NIGERIAN DREAM AND THE CHINESE DREAM: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
    (International Journal of Development and Management Review (INJODEMAR), 2020-06-01) Banwo, A.O.
    This study examined the notion of the Nigerian dream and the Chinese dream as strategies of the government for national rejuvenation and economic development. Data were obtained through homogeneous purposive sampling and analyzed through content analysis. National development, rejuvenation, political leadership, ideology and policies were all factors that were selected for the study. The theory of change served as the framework for this study. This research work identified ideologies, policy framework, policy implementation, policy execution and political leadership as core factors that can facilitate the success of either the Nigerian dream or the Chinese dream. Both concepts were embedded in employment generation, wealth creation, poverty reduction, sustainable growth and development. The paper suggested that a vital factor towards the attainment of government policies and ideologies was the institutional, environmental and social framework in developing an action plan that would pivot its nation towards prosperity. It concluded that the path to economic modernization might be tough and harsh, however, with systematic planning and a strong vision engineered with the proper governance, most nations can achieve national rejuvenation and economic development.
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    On Divinities: A Comparative Analysis of Selected Yoruba and Chinese Divinities
    (ILORIN JOURNAL OF HISTORY AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES, 2018-01-05) Banwo, A.O.
    Traditional societies such as the Yoruba and the Chinese share a lot in common. Their values and traditions are modelled on rules and regulations set by supernatural beings or deities. Both societies have historical trajectories that reveals that certain deities have transcendental origins, unique attributes and supreme qualities that are based on an unquestionable truth. The Yoruba cosmology discloses the supremacy of Olódùmarè, who is seen as a supreme being and whose power is absolute. His uniqueness and preeminence is seen by all and acknowledged accordingly. Also from Yoruba cosmology we learn that the Orisas are divinities because they are seen as the offspring of Olódùmarè. Other Yoruba divinities include obatala (lady of mercy), Ogun (the patron of blacksmiths, metallurgists, soldiers, hunters), Sango (the divinity of vengeance) and Osun Seegesi (the elegant deity of wealth). In Chinese cosmology, Shangdi 上帝 is the Chinese terminology for the highest deity in their classical texts. This connotation is embedded in the meaning of primordial deity or first deity in Chinese classical texts. Shangdi just like Olódùmarè has other divinities that assist it in the control of the universe. These divinities are in control of different parts of the earth and human life. Amongst others, Chinese cosmology centers on other deities such as Tiāngōng 天公who is seen as the "Duke of Heaven" or "General of Heaven"; Tiānjūn 天君who is connoted as the "Prince of Heaven" or "Lord of Heaven". In a nutshell, Chinese divinities can be grouped under divinities of human virtues and crafts, divinities of celestial and terrestrial phenomena and cosmic gods. This research work intends to compare and contrast selected divinities of the Yoruba and the Chinese. It also aims to reveal how these cultures perceive and uphold their divinities.
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    A Study of Proverbs Categorization in Yorùbá and Chinese Cultures
    (THE JOURNAL OF YORUBA STUDIES ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA, 2019-01) Banwo, A.O.
    This study examines proverbs in two different and unique cultures since proverbs, over ages, have been effective elements that people have employ to transmit cultural values. Data for this work was obtained through homogenous purposive sampling and typical case sampling. Proverbs that express a general attitude towards life and the laws that govern it were examined, likewise proverbs that express a system of values and ethical proverbs that recommend certain values were sampled in this research work. Descriptive theories such as contextual, functional and polygenesis theories formed the theoretical framework for this study. This work found out that proverbs are woven around societal morality, accepted manners and historical narratives. It also discovered that proverbs are figurative expressions and statements which centere on truth therefore cultures use them for communication and conflict resolution. This study therefore suggests that proverbs can be categorised across cultures despite group differences and preferences. These categorisations allow proverbs to be easily understood, recognised and differentiated. The paper concludes that proverbs encapsulate the core existence of human life.