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Culinary Heritage and Sustainable Development: Exploring the Role of Food Tourism in Promoting Local Economies and Cultural Identity in Nigeria Eba, Maxwell-Borjor Achuk; Apeh, Apeh Columba; Egbe, Boypa Oyama
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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Food tourism in Nigeria represents a dynamic intersection between cultural heritage and economic opportunity, offering a unique lens through which to explore the nation’s diverse culinary traditions and their potential for sustainable development. This study investigates how food tourism can serve as a catalyst for economic empowerment, cultural preservation, and regional identity in Nigeria. Drawing on qualitative field research, stakeholder interviews, and analysis of regional food festivals, the paper examines the evolving role of local cuisines in shaping domestic and international tourist experiences. It argues that traditional Nigerian dishes—such as pounded yam and egusi, suya, tuwo shinkafa, and banga soup—are not only vehicles for cultural expression but also instruments for community development when integrated into broader tourism frameworks. The paper also evaluates government policies, private sector investments, and grassroots initiatives that support culinary tourism. Special attention is paid to the challenges facing the sector, including infrastructure deficits, lack of standardized food safety practices, and limited international visibility. Ultimately, the study advocates for a strategic alignment between food tourism and national development goals, emphasizing the need for targeted investments, cultural branding, and stakeholder collaboration to unlock Nigeria’s full potential as a food tourism destination..

Measuring Learning Outcomes: An Effective Strategy for Evaluation in Secondary School Education in Delta State Voke, Eyetan
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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This study examined the extent to which learning outcomes are used as a strategy for evaluating students’ academic performance in secondary schools in Delta State, Nigeria, and identified the major challenges faced by educators and administrators in implementing learning outcome-based evaluation. Using a descriptive survey design, data were collected from 180 respondents comprising teachers and school administrators through a structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistics including means and standard deviations were employed to analyze the extent of learning outcomes’ use and challenges encountered, while a chi-square test was conducted to test the significance of learning outcomes’ usage in student evaluation. Findings revealed that learning outcomes are moderately used to guide the design of assessments, identify student strengths and weaknesses, and communicate evaluation criteria, with respondents acknowledging their importance in improving academic performance evaluations. The chi-square test confirmed a significant use of learning outcomes as an evaluative strategy (χ² = 23.876, p = 0.030). However, challenges such as insufficient instructional resources, heavy teacher workloads, inadequate training, and resistance to change were found to impede effective implementation. Notably, limited support and supervision from school administrators were not perceived as significant obstacles. The study recommends increased provision of teaching materials and assessment tools, enhanced professional development for educators, workload management, and change management initiatives to foster positive attitudes toward learning outcome-based evaluation. Sustained administrative support remains essential to ensure effective adoption and practice. Addressing these challenges will improve evaluation quality and ultimately enhance student academic outcomes in Delta State secondary schools.

The Concept of Being in Traditional African Communalism and Its Implications in the Life of an African Man Uzondu, Ignatius
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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The inquiry into the nature and attributes of Being has been a foremost task of philosophy, beginning from ancient times and down to this era. But then just as there are the various conceptualizations of “Being” from various schools of thought and from unique continental philosophical traditions, so also, there is the unique understanding of “Being” from the point of view of African communalism. It is therefore our task in this paper to articulate the contextual understanding of Being in the theory and practice of African Communalism, not just as an intellectual exercise, but also as an ideological base for some African belief systems and as guide to actual lived experience of Africans to this day. Using the methods of hermeneutics and critical phenomenology, this paper strategically digs into a typical “metaphysical” attribute of African understanding of man, not just as “individual” but also as that “individual whose life and purpose can only attain meaning and fulfillment as an intrinsic member of the Group whose collective decisions and actions contribute to defining one’s existence (the individual) here on earth, and in the after-life. The main purpose for this inquiry is to underscore the reasons behind the perceived African mindset and attitude to life, and what other implications the concept of “Being” from the theoretical formulations of African Communalism has for continued appreciation of life for Africans.

The Limits of Human Knowledge: A Critical Examination of Foundationalism and Coherentism in Epistemology Ogar, Thomas Eneji; Aboka, George; Akiba, Esther
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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This paper critically examines the debate between foundationalism and coherentism in epistemology, assessing their ability to justify knowledge claims while addressing the inherent limits of human understanding. Foundationalism argues that knowledge rests on basic, self-evident beliefs, whereas coherentism maintains that justification emerges from the systematic interrelation of beliefs within a network. By analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of each theory, this study explores whether either can adequately respond to radical skepticism without collapsing into circularity or arbitrariness. Foundationalism’s reliance on indubitable foundations is challenged by the problem of infinite regress, while coherentism’s holistic approach risks detachment from empirical reality. The paper also considers hybrid models, such as foundherentism, as potential middle-ground solutions. Ultimately, it argues that while both theories offer valuable insights into epistemic justification, neither fully overcomes the skeptical challenge, suggesting that a pluralistic or pragmatic approach may be necessary to account for the complexities of human knowledge.

Intracultural Philosophy: Exploring the Splendour of The Interconnectedness among the Branches of Philosophy And its Relevance for 21st Century Philosophy Uzoigwe, Elias Ifeanyi; Sanga, Innocent
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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The main thrust of this study is on the interconnectedness among the branches and sub-branches of philosophy. This synergy is not only indispensable, but relevant to the evolution and advancement of 21st century philosophy. Epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, logic, and aesthetics form the foundation of philosophical inquiry, while sub-branches such as socio-political philosophy, philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, philosophy of religion, philosophy of mathematics, and a host of others offer specialised insights into human existence, knowledge, morality, and reality in general. The dynamic interaction among these branches and sub-branches of philosophy, which we call intracultural philosophy, enriches philosophical discourse and allows for dialogue and intradisciplinary engagement. For example, epistemology and ethics intersect in areas like bioethics, while metaphysics and logic converge in debates about free will and identity. Similarly, aesthetics and political philosophy synergise in analysing the ethical impact of art and beauty in society. As it were, 21st century philosophy is increasingly influenced by applied philosophy, addressing practical concerns such as biodiversity, climate change, artificial intelligence (AI), environmental ethics, gender studies, and global justice. Philosophical pluralism, incorporating both African and Western perspectives broadens the scope of contemporary thought, fostering a more inclusive global dialogue for interculturally oriented intellectual exchange. Furthermore, advancements in technology introduce novel epistemological and ethical insights and challenges, compelling philosophers to revisit classical questions vis-à-vis modern developments. The critique of traditional metaphysics by deconstructionist-postmodern thinkers further complicates and enriches the interconnectedness, questioning foundational assumptions and encouraging new modes of inquiry, and this is indeed, part of the splendour of the intraculturality among the branches and sub-branches of philosophy.

Integrating Ecological Literacy into Strategic Planning Frameworks for Adult Education Institutions: A Theoretical and Policy Analysis Omang, Theresa Nkim; Akom, Eki Rose; Odu, Annastasia Odu
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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As the global climate crisis intensifies, adult education institutions face growing responsibility to incorporate environmental sustainability into their strategic planning processes. This paper explores the theoretical and policy-based rationale for integrating ecological literacy into education administration planning within the context of environmental adult education. Drawing on key concepts from systems theory, transformative learning, and sustainability education, the paper argues that ecological literacy—understood as the capacity to perceive and act with awareness of the interdependence between human and ecological systems—should be a guiding principle in the long-term strategic visions of adult learning institutions. The study critically analyzes the limitations of conventional planning models such as SWOT analysis and linear logic frameworks, which often fail to account for ecological interconnectivity and long-term environmental implications. Through a conceptual review of strategic planning literature and an interpretive analysis of relevant policy frameworks, the paper proposes a model for “ecologically-informed strategic planning.” This model emphasizes adaptive systems thinking, participatory governance, and the embedding of sustainability outcomes in institutional missions and curricula. The paper concludes that reimagining adult education planning through the lens of ecological literacy can foster more resilient, responsive, and ethically grounded institutions capable of preparing adults for the complex ecological challenges of the 21st century

Communitarian Legal Pluralism (CLP) and the International Criminal Court (ICC): Toward a Hybrid Justice Model for Mass Atrocity Crimes Berebon, Charles
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) has long faced criticism for its perceived disconnect from the communities most affected by mass atrocities, with critiques centering on its Western-centric legal framework, punitive focus, and limited engagement with localized justice traditions. This paper proposes a transformative approach by applying Communitarian Legal Pluralism (CLP) to reconceptualize the ICC’s role in transitional justice. CLP, which recognizes the coexistence and legitimacy of multiple legal orders, offers a framework for integrating customary, Indigenous, and restorative justice mechanisms into international criminal proceedings. Through comparative analysis of case studies—including Rwanda’s gacaca courts, Uganda’s mato oput, and Colombia’s hybrid peace tribunals—we argue that a CLP-informed ICC could bridge the gap between global accountability and localized reconciliation. The study examines three key dimensions: (1) how subsidiarity principles could allow the ICC to defer to community-based justice where appropriate, while intervening only when local mechanisms fail to address grave human rights violations; (2) the potential for pluralist sentencing that incorporates reparative measures rooted in victims’ cultural norms; and (3) institutional reforms to enhance victim participation through culturally meaningful procedures. We demonstrate that such a hybrid model would not only strengthen the ICC’s legitimacy but also advance more sustainable post-conflict healing, as seen in cases where restorative practices outperformed retributive justice in fostering social cohesion. Challenges—including tensions between universal human rights standards and cultural relativism, as well as risks of elite capture in customary systems—are critically analyzed. The paper concludes with policy recommendations for a "pluralist complementarity" framework under the Rome Statute, urging the ICC to formally recognize CLP as a guiding principle for future interventions. By centering affected communities’ conceptions of justice, this approach reimagines international criminal law as a dynamic, dialogical system rather than an imposition of external legal norms.

The Study of Philosophy and the Crisis of Meaning in Modern Education Obienyem, Valentine
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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This research offers a reflective and critical engagement with the meaning, enduring value, and contemporary status of philosophy. It explores the historical arc of philosophical inquiry, contrasting its classical vocation as the love of wisdom with its present-day fragmentation, marginalisation, and susceptibility to ideological drift. The paper interrogates both the internal tensions that have long animated philosophical discourse and the external disdain it often attracts in a technocratic and commercially-driven age. Drawing upon classical sources, historical episodes, and insights from modern philosophical voices, it examines the pedagogical diminishment of philosophy in formal education and the existential estrangement that has followed. Beyond mere critique, the essay advocates for a retrieval of philosophy’s authentic calling—not as arcane abstraction, but as a formative discipline that shapes the reflective, rational, and universal human being. In so doing, it affirms the irreplaceable role of philosophy in nourishing the interior life, sharpening moral clarity, and restoring coherence to the fractured modern mind.

Navigating the Digital Frontier: An Examination of the Legal and Regulatory Framework for FinTech and Cryptocurrency in Nigeria Nnebuihe, Linda Iheanacho; Ogu, Lorrita
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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The Nigerian FinTech ecosystem has emerged as one of the most vibrant on the African continent, driven by a large, young, tech-savvy population and a historical gap in traditional financial services. Concurrently, Nigeria has become a global epicenter for cryptocurrency adoption. However, this rapid innovation has occurred within a complex, often fragmented, and sometimes contradictory legal and regulatory environment. This paper provides a comprehensive examination of the multifaceted regulatory framework governing FinTech and cryptocurrencies in Nigeria. It analyzes the roles and sometimes conflicting directives of key regulatory bodies, including the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA). The study employs a doctrinal methodology, critically analyzing primary sources such as statutes, regulatory circulars, and policy documents, supplemented by secondary sources including scholarly articles and industry reports. It identifies significant regulatory gaps, overlaps, and challenges, particularly concerning cryptocurrency bans, data privacy, and consumer protection. The paper argues that the current reactive and sometimes prohibitive stance stifles innovation and creates legal uncertainty. It concludes by proposing recommendations for a more cohesive, innovation-friendly, and forward-looking regulatory paradigm that balances the imperative of stimulating financial innovation with the critical need for market integrity, financial stability, and consumer protection.

Economic recession and dimensions of poverty in Lafia: Some reflections since May, 2015 Ukomi, Macaulay Peter; Ogbeche, Olofu Godwin
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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Since the second quarter of 2015, poverty levels in Nigeria have continued to rise, with existing palliative measures proving largely ineffective. This paper explores the multifaceted factors contributing to this trend, focusing particularly on the impact of changes in governance, economic policies, exchange rate volatility, and inflation on low-income earners and small to medium-scale entrepreneurs in Lafia, Nasarawa State. The study proposes a series of pragmatic strategies to mitigate the worsening socio-economic conditions faced by these groups. These include economic diversification into sectors such as agriculture, promotion of a savings culture, adoption of insurance policies, family planning, and encouraging spousal participation in small-scale enterprises such as retail businesses and vocational trades. The paper employs a qualitative research methodology, drawing on both primary and secondary data sources to offer a nuanced analysis of the current challenges and potential pathways for sustainable economic resilience.

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