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LE RȎLE DE LA GRAMMAIRE DANS L’ENSEIGNEMENT ET L’APPRENTISSAGE DU FRANÇAIS LANGUE ETRANGÈRE
Full text linkLa grammaire, comme nous le savons, est la partie intégrante d’une langue. Perceptible à ceux qui l’ont étudiée, ce n’est pas tout locuteur d’une langue qui observe les règles de la grammaire dans ses données linguistiques, car la grammaire est dense et elle n’est pas économique à l’écrit, elle fait la dissemblance dans le parler ou l’écrit d’un intellectuel à l’autre. La grammaire d’une langue nous informe le comportement et les tournures phrastiques d’une langue qui caractérisent l’enseignement et l’apprentissage d’une langue, notamment une langue étrangère. Cet article renvoie alors au rôle de la grammaire dans l’enseignement et l’apprentissage du français, en éclaircissant quelques aspects vus saillants de ces rôles, et qui seront utiles pour l’étudiant de langue, notamment le français et son enseignement. En exploitant la théorie de la Grammaire Générative Transformationnelle de Noam Chomsky (1970) et d’une méthodologie d’exploitation documentaire, nous trouvons que la grammaire est d’un part, la description de la compétence intrinsèque du locuteur ou auditeur idéal et, de l’autre part, nous constatons que la grammaire est fonctionnelle, phonétique, contextuelle, manipulatrice, soutenue et lexico sémantique.
Grammar, as we know, is an integral part of a language. Perceptible to those who have studied it, not every speaker of a language follows the rules of grammar in their linguistic data, as grammar is fluid and not strictly adhered to in written form; it creates differences in the speech or writing of one intellectual compared to another. The grammar of a language informs us about the behavior and syntactic structures that characterize the teaching and learning of a language, especially a foreign language. This article focuses on the role of grammar in language teaching and learning, highlighting some key aspects of these roles, which will be useful for language students, particularly those studying French and its teaching. Using Noam Chomsky’s (1990) Theory of Transformational Generative Grammar and a documentary research methodology, we find that grammar, on one hand, describes the intrinsic competence of the ideal speaker or listener, and on the other hand, we observe that grammar is functional, phonetic, contextual, manipulative, formal, and lexicosemantic
Geochemical Studies of Heavy Metals in Stream Sediments around Oguro, Southwestern Nigeria
No full textThis research presents a geochemical assessment of heavy metals in stream sediments from Oguro, Southwestern Nigeria, aimed at evaluating contamination levels and identifying potential sources. Twelve sediment samples were collected and analyzed for Cr, V, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Pb, Th, Zr, Mo, and Ti using Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS). A suite of geochemical indices—including the Geoaccumulation Index (I_geo), Contamination Factor (CF), Enrichment Factor (EF), and Pollution Load Index (PLI)—were employed alongside multivariate techniques. Results indicate that Cr, V, Ni, Th, and Zr are predominantly of lithogenic origin, whereas Cu, Zn, Pb, and Co show elevated spatial variability (CV > 96%) and enhanced I_geo (>12), CF (>3), and EF (>40), indicating strong anthropogenic inputs. Principal Component Analysis (PCA) and Ward-linkage hierarchical clustering identified two primary geochemical groupings: an anthropogenic cluster comprising transition and heavy metals, and a lithogenic–radiogenic assemblage. Despite low basin-wide PLI values (<0.5), metal concentrations at specific sites (e.g., L5 and L6) approach benchmark thresholds, highlighting areas of concern. The results provide a robust framework for environmental quality monitoring and inform management strategies for sediment quality in transitional agro-urban watersheds
AN EXPOSITION OF LITERARY AMPLIFICATION IN SELECTED POEMS OF ADÉBÁYỌ̀ FÁLÉTÍ
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This study tends to do the extensive exposition of literary amplification in selected poems of Adébáyọ̀ Fálétí, a renowned literary icon in Yorùbá land. There seems to be recurrent agglutinative foregrounding of poetic languages sporadically used in almost all Fálétí’s poetic works. This we termed literary amplification. It is so called because it expressively projects the emotional state of mind of the poet wherever it is found. This literary amplification goes beyond Yorùbá establish proverbs dissemble in the literary works. It surfaces randomly whenever the poet wishes to do vivid emotional discharge of amazement, surprise, fear and the extent to which the effect of something is felt. Just like Fálétí is indebted to Yorùbá oral institutions for the evergreen proverbs, epithets, allusions, anecdote and rhythmical dexterity, the study under consideration will also espouse the hidden oratory devices that enliven the rhetoric in Yorùbá language at the same time, figure out the instance of amplification as a literary appraisal criterion in Yorùbá studies. The work is approached from the viewpoint of structuralism, most especially Mukarousky; Roman Jacobson and Levis Straus, G. Messing (1979), who observed foregrounding of certain poetic language at two different axes organizational structure/paradigmatic axis or axis of selection, and structural patterning systematic axis or axes of combination. Truly, the examination of Fálétí’s poetic works reveals agglutinative structural pattering of poetic languages at the axis of selection also known as paradigmatic axis and organizational structure. Linguistically specking, the literary amplification is said to the end products of semantic repetition which Fálétí inherits from the fore litterateurs such as Fágúnwà and others. But his own is circumstantial, hence, the explanation of literary amplification from the angle of style as a situation because the term on is occasioned by emotional states of poetic personnel.
Influence of the Qur’anic Reading Competition on Arrabiyyah and Islamiyyah Schools in Nigeria.
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Influence of Qur’an teachings on Arabiyyah and Islamiyyah schools in Nigeria cannot be over-emphasized, especially on the salvation to humanity. Qur’an contains all knowledge, guidance, facts, reality and rays of light which link to absolute belief and faith. It is the only divine Book ever revealed that thoroughly perfects the affairs of mankind for the betterment of his life. The Qur’an which is the last and final message of Islam is harmonious with all other fields of knowledge starting from the idea of origin of the universe to the creation of man and to the end of the universe. Allah has bestowed His servants to the full memorization of the Qur’an regardless of being of Semitic origin, and endowed Nigeria with reciters and memorizers of the Qur’an, even before reaching the age of puberty. Others write down the Qur’an out of their memory which they were only taught in local and domicile schools. This paper aimed at emphasizing the influence of the Qur’anic teaching and as well recitation competitions to the Muslims in Nigeria in order to give suggestions for a better future, and also most especially to encourage the Arabiyyah and Islamiyyah schools in Nigeria to develop more interest in Qur’anic recitation competitions with science of Tajweed which should also be included in their curriculum and syllabus. Qualitative research method was adopted with the use of archival materials sourced from primary and secondary sources.
Keywords: Arabiyyah, Islamiyyah Schools, Qur’an Recitation, Competition, Nigeria.
L’ANALYSE PRAGMATIQUE DE LA DÉCADENCE MORALE Ȧ TRAVERS‘’SOAPY’’ DE AZEEZ FASHOLA (NAIRA MARLEY)
No full textLa musique, en tant que phénomène mondial, existe dans toutes les sociétés, bien que son contenu et sa forme varient d’une société à l’autre. Objectivement, les paroles et l\u27interprétation de la musique révèlent l\u27attitude individuelle et communautaire d’un peuple. La musique est la vie, car l’homme ne peut s’en passer dans son quotidien ; elle est utilisée pour éduquer, divertir, informer, motiver, etc. Ainsi, la musique, en tant qu’ une invention socioculturelle, crée un sentiment d’émotion, de force et d’accomplissement spirituel. La musique occidentale, par exemple, puise ses racines dans la tradition de l’Occident, tout comme la musique africaine est enracinée dans la tradition de l’Afrique. Néanmoins, ses fonctions à travers le monde sont universelles. Cette étude examine l’influence de la musique et de ses paroles sur le développement moral et de la personnalité des auditeurs et du public. Elle explore les conséquences des paroles extravagantes et dégradantes sur le public, ainsi que leur contribution au désordre et au chaos parmi les jeunes. La moralité s’affaiblit jour après jour dans la société et les normes sont de plus en plus envahies et violées, notamment par les jeunes. L’anomie est devenue la norme et la société est confrontée à un déclin axiologique. En utilisant la théorie des actes de langage et la pragmatique, cette étude analyse les paroles de la chanson intitulée «soapy » du chanteur et auteur-compositeur nigérian en pleine ascension, Azeez Fashola (plus connu sous le nom de Naira Marley). Cette étude examine les conséquences morales de telles paroles sur les auditeurs ainsi que leurs effets globaux sur la société. Les résultats montrent que les paroles sélectionnées affectent fortement — et négativement — le développement moral et personnel des auditeurs et contribuent également à l’agitation au sein de la société. Par conséquent, l’étude propose des moyens de prévenir ou de contrôler les effets négatifs de telles paroles dégradantes sur les individus et la société dans son ensemble
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF FRANCOPHONE ORATURE TO THE EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF NIGERIAN YOUTHS
No full textIt has been revealed that the bulk of overall challenges confronting human race today vary between worsening human rights violations, socio-cultural environmental problems, child abuse, terrorism, mental disorders, drug addiction, juvenile delinquency, youth disorientation and crisis of cultural identity. These challenges are direct repercussions of the insufficient acknowledgement of culture in national policies. It is remarkable to observe that oral tradition remains an authentic origin of African history and it is dependable evidence and societal guidance of African norms and values. It is the single approach of giving important and dependable records for a genuine understanding of ancient population and with the current status of oral tradition in stocking historical sources, we are now preoccupied with how to make it acceptable to the Nigerian youths both at home and in the diaspora. The main focus now is to get involved in the types of arts and politics that can liberate Nigerian youths to be able to create its own roles. The paper is based on cultural criticism. A theory that emphasizes the principle that individual human subjectivity develops in a reciprocal relationship with its traditional environment while we are compelled within the boundaries designed for us by our culture, thus we may strive within the limits set for us or change them. We employed interpretive design method of literary analysis. A library based method coupled with the use of communication and information technology. This interpretive design method studies social life which takes into cognizance human action. The study examines the idea of oral literature, analyses the social importance to Nigerian students, it brings to the fore another cultural emergence and cultural consciousness. The paper concludes that francophone oral literature should not be relegated to the background because of its relevance to world thought.
Keywords: Francophone orature, Nigerian youths, literature, cultural criticism
From Expectation to Action: The Interplay of Health Expectations, Care Quality, and Socio-demographic Moderators in Health-Seeking Behaviour of Health workers
Full text linkHealth-seeking behaviour among health workers is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of healthcare systems, especially in developing nations. This study investigates the impact of health expectations and perceived health care quality on health-seeking behaviour (HSB) among Nigerian health workers. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 108 health workers in Ibadan, Nigeria. Structural equation modelling (SEM) was used to assess the relationships between health expectations and health-seeking behaviour (HSB). Health expectations positively predicted perceived health care quality (β = 0.410, p < .001) and HSB (β = 0.268, p = .003). Perceived care quality strongly influenced HSB (β = 0.652, p < .001) and mediated the relationship between health expectations and HSB (β = 0.267, p < .001). Age moderated the effect of health expectations on HSB (β = 0.366, p = .003), indicating a stronger association among older health workers. Ethnicity moderated the relationship between care quality and HSB (β = 0.211, p = .038), while marital status moderated the link between health expectations and HSB (β = -0.320, p < .001). The model demonstrated acceptable fit indices: SRMR = 0.072, NFI = 0.915, and Rms theta = 0.102, indicating a good fit between the hypothesized model and the observed data. The findings underscore the significant roles of health expectations and perceived care quality in shaping HSB among health workers, with socio-demographic factors influencing these dynamics. Tailored interventions that enhance care quality and consider individual expectations and demographic contexts are essential to promote proactive health-seeking behaviours within the health workforce.KeywordsHealth expectations, care quality, socio-demographic factors, health-seeking behaviour, health worker
Interpretative Regime of Some Selected Provisions of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015: Gains and Diminution
Full text linkThe courts\u27 main role is to decode the law, seeking the legislature\u27s intent through the text. In this context, Nigeria\u27s Administration of Criminal Justice Act 2015 (ACJA) stands as a significant legislative milestone. Using the doctrinal research methodology, this study examines the judicial attitude toward interpreting ACJA 2015. As to the specific objectives, the paper will Identify whether the interpretations advanced so far by the Nigerian courts on relevant sections of ACJA 2015 promote its spirit and purpose. The paper finds that, in some of the cases, the trial courts were more conservative than purposive towards interpreting the provisions of ACJA, hence the courts refused to be strictly guided by the purpose of ACJA 2015. In contrast, the appellate courts (Court of Appeal and Supreme Court) in most cases refused to tread this part of judicial ineptitude. The paper recommends that judicial officers manning courts, especially, the lower bench should be regularly trained and retrained by the National Judicial Council (NJC) regarding interpreting newly enacted Acts and laws to conform with age-long principles of law and the constitution. It is further recommended that the Supreme Court of Nigeria and the Court of Appeal of Nigeria should drive the process of judicial activism by overturning decisions of lower courts that contradict the purpose of ACJA 2015. The study also suggests parliament should lead the push to amend the Constitution and the ACJA 2015 to enhance the solutions the latter aims to provide
LEGAL ADMISSIBILITY OF COMPUTER -GENERATED EVIDENCE IN NIGERIA AND THE UNITED KINGDOM
Full text linkThe advancement in the information and telecommunication technology (ICT) sector has impacted human life in ways unimaginable. ICT has advanced to such an extent that man practically cannot do anything without making use of the ICTopportunities and the legal profession is not left behind. One of the major impacts of ICT in the legal profession is the issue of evidence generated electronically. While paper-based evidence used to be the only admissible form of documentary evidence in Nigerian courts, ICThas made it possible for evidence to be stored in a computer system and other electronic gadgets hence the development of what is now known as computer or electronically generated evidence. It is therefore the aim of this research to explore the concept of what may be termed computer-generated evidence and the condition for its admissibility both in Nigeria and in the United Kingdom. This paper identifies the similarities and differences in the forms of admissibility of computergenerated evidence in both jurisdictions. Specifically, this research examines the provision of the Civil Evidence Act of 1968, the Police and Criminal Evidence Act of 1984 (both of the United Kingdom) and the Nigerian Evidence Act 2011 and found that their provisions on the admissibility of computer-generated evidence are substantially the same with just little differences on minor issues like the classification of computer generated evidence into documentary or real evidence, whether oral evidence may be called as substitute to the certificate of compliance required to prove the content of computer generated evidence etc
MEETING THE DEMANDS OF ACCESS TO UNIVERSITY EDUCATION IN NIGERIA: AN ASSESSMENT OF THE GOVERNMENT’S OBLIGATION
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The concepts of right to education and access have always been considered from the perspective of international instruments providing for such. However, the concepts have not been seriously addressed from the angle of government’s political will to fund and monitor the realization of quality and accessible education.This study therefore examined the concepts in terms of the very wide margin between the rate of application for admission by qualified applicants and the relatively small openings, which exist coupled with an environment, which is conducive for research and learning. The study found that given the various universities particularly private universities that were established, such have not met the demands of full development of the human personality and access to universities. The study therefore argued that the Government has to support the private universities so that tuition fee of private universities can reduce and more affordable. Government is expected to fund public universities better to increase facilities including Information communication technology and subsequently increase admission openings. The study adopted doctrinal mode of investigation as it concluded that adequate funding of education and due monitoring of education development were desirable to give more access and right to education in Nigeria.