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Exegetical Evaluation Of Jesus’ Empathy in Luke 7:11-17: Implications for Baptist Churches in Sapele Delta State Idoro, Okeoghene Emmanuel; Ottuh, Peter
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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This study explores the role of Baptist churches in the Sapele metropolis in demonstrating empathy toward helpless widows, drawing insights from Luke 7:11-17. It examines the theological significance of empathy and its impact on socio-welfare and evangelism within the community. By highlighting the importance of compassionate support, the study underscores how empathy can help alleviate the socio-economic and financial challenges faced by widows. Additionally, it aims to inspire church leaders and individuals to extend care to vulnerable widows while raising awareness of the broader implications of such acts of kindness. The research employs exegetical and phenomenological methods to analyze Luke 7:11-17, providing a theological framework for fostering a culture of empathy in the church.

“Covering the Field” In Justice System: The Ethical Foundation for Reliance on Scientific and Technologically Driven Justice Delivery Nyeenenwa, Stephen
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 12, No 2 (2024)
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The hallmark of a good justice delivery system is one that is unbiased, fast, timely, impartial and efficient in the determination of issues brought to court. “Justice delayed is justice denied” is an assertion that places emphasis on why the courts should be a timely, effective and efficient arbiter of cases brought before them occasioned by its delivery of the final verdict. The court cannot perform magic, because they depend on the working tools and materials its disposal in the adjudication of disputes. Over the years, we have come to know that the problems that bedevil our judiciary system are enormous, and include the massive backlog of cases, poor maintenance of e-courts records, the judiciary’s non digitalisation, partiality, an unsavoury harvest of needless delaying interlocutory appeals, executive interference, disobedience to court orders and lack of total independence of the judicial arm of government. We are similarly aware of the damaging effects caused by poor case management, legal research, document automation, online dispute resolution, access to justice, legal analytics, e-discovery, e-filing, artificial-enabled referencing and online hearings. I will in this article seek to unravel how the courts and security agencies can successfully harness technological innovations in overcoming and resolving the intractable ills that have for long dogged the judiciary. Such ills include because I believe that deploying an adequate data-based planning and safeguards, technological tools can be a game changer. This paper knows and takes these problems as given, hence I am minded to examine the ethical foundation in support of the court’s reliance on scientific and technologically driven justice, especially, with the explosion in the evolution and utility of science, technology and the all-pervasive artificial intelligence. The ethical application of scientific, technological and artificial intelligent (AI) tools in crime investigation, court and criminal administration is what is needed to translate into covering the field in justice delivery in Nigeria. This is what will bring out the true meaning of justice, justice for the both parties, and justice for the Courts. We conclude that the introduction and statutory validation of the utilisation of scientific and technological tools in the administration of justice would deliver to us a holistic overhaul of the judicial system, covering the initiation, hearing and quick determination of cases by the courts.

Assessing Direct Digital Services Taxes in Africa: Compliance with the Canons of Taxation Nabiebu, Miebaka; Ekpo, Mokutima Etido; Anukanti, Vivien Chioma; Agube, Ntamy
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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The rapid expansion of the digital economy has introduced complexities in tax revenue mobilization, particularly in the taxation of digital transactions, both domestic and international. The intangible nature of digital services has facilitated tax evasion and avoidance, prompting governments worldwide to formulate policies aimed at capturing revenue from this sector. African countries are no exception, having introduced various digital tax policies, including both direct and indirect taxes. This paper focuses on Direct Digital Services Taxes (DSTs), which have sparked considerable debate among governments, policymakers, academics, tax bodies, and development organizations. Discussions primarily revolve around their structural design, compliance with the canons of taxation, potential benefits and challenges, and their broader economic implications. Through a literature review, this study examines the legislative frameworks and administrative approaches to DSTs in Africa, assessing their alignment with fundamental taxation principles. The findings reveal mixed outcomes. While some aspects of DSTs align with taxation principles such as fairness and efficiency, others conflict with them. These inconsistencies can be attributed to differences in economic structures, political environments, and administrative capacities across African nations, as well as disparities between developing and developed economies. The study concludes that while DSTs are crucial for harnessing revenue from the digital economy, their design and implementation must carefully balance equity, neutrality, efficiency, and economic viability to ensure optimal tax policy outcomes.

Harman’s Object-Oriented Ontology: Implications for Environmental Protection among Abraka People of Nigeria Onotu, Emperor Oborakore; Ikeke, Mark Omorovie
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
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Africans had a rich philosophy in regards to caring for the environment until Western colonization influence crept in and through oil mining spillage which resulted in anti-environmentalism. This also gave ground to the exemption of local farmers and community people from government policymaking. This study used critical analysis of Harman’s Object-Oriented Ontology viewpoint and interviews. The scope of this research is centred on the theory of Graham Harman’s Object-Oriented Ontology (OOO) which breached the separation between human and nonhuman objects and its implications for environmental protection among Abraka people. OOO argues that all environmental objects have inherent value and independence of human beings. This work created a pragmatic connection with Harman’s theory on the Abraka environment and the revitalization of the unadulterated hibernated former culture of the Abraka people on the care of the environment. This research argued that Abraka people should imbibe a culture of self–realization and self–support for the betterment and development of the environment. It concluded that the environment is connected and environmental objects help to shape and reshape each other. And our care of the environment is the bedrock for the survival of humankind.

The Impact of Populism on International Law: A Case Study of Nigeria's Role in Regional and Global Governance Nabiebu, Miebaka; Ekpo, Mokutima Etido; Agube, Ntamy
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 12, No 2 (2024)
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The rise of populism represents a profound challenge to constitutionalism, democracy, and the rule of law, both within nations and across the global stage. Populist governments increasingly undermine the foundations of international law, multilateralism, and the legitimacy of international legal agreements. This article explores the dangers posed by populism to the international legal order, focusing on its impact on international institutions, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and the broader framework of global cooperation. Populist regimes often frame international law as a tool for coordination and intervention, eroding its role in safeguarding human rights and fostering collective agreements among nations. By examining these dynamics, this article highlights the growing threat of populism to the international community and proposes strategies to mitigate its effects.

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..

Digital Education in the Nigerian Economy, 1999 2022 Ongele, Festus Nwankwo
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 12, No 1 (2024)
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The study consciously examined the impact of digital education on the Nigerian economy from 1999 to 2022. It investigated how digital education has transformed the educational landscape, influenced economic growth, and affected the workforce. It was however, discovered that digital education has increased access to quality education, especially in rural areas. To that effect, it improved economic growth by enhancing human capital development and productivity. It has equally transformed the workforce, with increased demand for digital skills. It enabled innovation in the sector of education and provided the need to invest more in the digital infrastructure. It further revealed that private-public partnership is required to promote both the digital education and economic growth and development in the country. Primary and secondary sources were relied on while its data were analyzed qualitatively, using content analysis and thematic approaches.

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.

Correlatives and Comparative Correlatives in Angika: Syntactic Structures and Quantificational Nature Nwogu, Aaron Ogbonnah
Jurnal Ilmu Sosiologi Dialektika Kontemporer Vol 12, No 1 (2024)
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This study examines Correlatives and Comparative Correlatives in Angika, with a focus on their syntactic and quantificational properties. Building on Cinque’s (2014) unified structure of relative clauses, I explore its applicability to correlatives in Angika and argue for the presence of a right-adjoined unpronounced Degree head in Comparative Correlatives, following Bhatt and Pancheva’s (2004) analysis of comparatives. Our analysis highlights a matching effect between the relativiser and the demonstrative in Comparative Correlatives, positing that these elements function as syntactic constituents with inherent quantificational features. While Comparative Correlatives share the macrostructure of Correlatives, as argued by den Dikken (2006), I propose a distinct syntactic structure to account for their differences. Additionally, we demonstrate that prior analyses of Comparative Correlatives have been tailored to specific languages and determiner functions, necessitating a broader approach to account for Angika's unique constructions. This work contributes to a deeper understanding of the syntactic and comparative mechanisms within the Indo-Aryan family, particularly in Angika, where correlativisation remains a dominant relativization strategy.

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.

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