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Epistemic Investigation into the Problems and Challenges of Philosophy in Nigerian Society
Department of Philosophy, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Campus, Anambra, Nigeria
Department of Philosophy, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Campus, Anambra, Nigeria
- 1 Department of Philosophy, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Campus, Anambra, Nigeria
- 2 Department of Philosophy, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Campus, Anambra, Nigeria
Open Journal of Philosophy·Volume 08 (2018)·Pages 428–435·Published 25 June 2018·DOI10.4236/ojpp.2018.84029
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Abstract
This paper sought to examine the problems and challenges of Philosophy in Nigeria. Philosophy is an abstract discipline whose relevance is grossly contested in the world. In Nigeria, philosophy is misconceived as a fruitless academic venture without any practical utility. Nigerian philosophers are facing many problems and challenges in this 21st century. The work recommended that Nigerian philosophers should stand up to their responsibility and confront the challenges bedeviling their disciplines in order to solve the problems of Nigerian society.
KeywordsPhilosophyProblemsChallengesDisciplineAcademic and Nigeria
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