Beyond Religion: Promoting Arabic Language Education in Nigeria's Diverse Society

AbdulHameed Muhammed SANNI, Ibrahim Oniye MASUD

Abstract


The promotion of Arabic language education in Nigeria's societies has been a topic of scholarly interest and debate. This paper delves into the multifaceted dynamics of Arabic language training in Nigeria, specifically its cultural, non- secular and academic implications. The paper appreciably examines the demanding situations, possibilities and capability impacts of promoting Arabic language schooling in a diverse society like Nigeria, in which a couple of languages, cultures and religions coexist. This paper outlines the significance of Arabic language education within the Nigerian context, delves into the cultural and religious dimensions, and explores the capacity implications for the academic landscape. It also highlights the important views and analytical frameworks employed in the scholarly landscapes to elucidate the complexities and nuances surrounding the advertising of Arabic language education but a reflected picture of commitment to embracing its cultural tapestry and harnessing its functionality for boom and improvement.


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Arabic Language Education, Religious Dynamics, Multilingual Society.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.17509/mimbardik.v8i1.68015

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