Editor-in-Chief: Prof. Elijah O. John
Editor: Dr. Michael O. Etim
Secretary/Editorial Assistant: Dr. Emmanuel I. Archibong
Business/Production Manager: Dr. Anthony R. Etuk
Associate Editors
Dr. Nsikan Idiong
Dr. Ubong Essien Umoh
Dr. Etim Frank
Dr. Happiness Uduk
Dr. Chidimma Ukaulor
Dr. Christopher Udofia
Dr. Uwem Jonah Akpan
Editorial Consultants
Prof. Godfrey O. Ozumba, University of Calabar, Nigeria
Prof. Muyiwa Falaiye, University of Lagos, Nigeria
Prof. Isaac Ukpokolo, University of Ibadan, Nigeria
Prof. Paul Ogugua, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria
Prof. Ashong C. Ashong, University of Uyo, Nigeria
Prof. Mark O. Ikeke, Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria
Prof. Aniekan S. Brown, University of Uyo, Nigeria
Prof. Olu Awofeso, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ife, Nigeria
Prof. Gabriel E. Idang, University of Uyo, Nigeria
Prof. Idorenyin F. Esikot, University of Uyo, Nigeria
Prof. Christopher O. Akpan, University of Calabar, Nigeria
Prof. Ntiedo Umoren, University of Uyo, Nigeria
Prof. Bassey Ettah, University of Uyo, Nigeria
Prof. T. V. Ogan, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Rev. Fr. Prof. Columbus N. Ogbujah, Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Nigeria
Prof. Paul Haaga, Nasarawa State University, Lafia, Nasarawa State, Nigeria
Prof. Peter F. Omonzejele, University of Benin, Nigeria
Prof. Richard Ajah, University of Uyo, Nigeria
Rev. Fr. Prof. Jude Onuoha, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria
Prof. Bernard Matolino, University of Pretoria, South Africa
Prof. Udoh Elijah Udom, Washington Adventist University, Washington DC
Prof. Rotimi Omosulu, The University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica
Prof. Joseph A. Ushie, University of Uyo, Nigeria
Prof. Iniobong Daniel Umotong, Akwa Ibom State University, Nigeria
Prof. Effiong Johnson, University of Uyo, Nigeria
Table of Contents
1. Democracy and Benevolent Dictatorship Governance Systems: Which Should Nigeria Adopt? By Prof. Christopher Nyong Ekong, PhD. - 1-11
2. Creativity and the Supernatural in the Costume of Akakum Performance of Nto Usoh People in Akwa Ibom State By Stephen Umoh, PhD, and Sandra Ekpo - 12-21
3. Transcendental Naturalism is Supernaturalism in Disguise: A Response to Colin McGinn By Dr. Christian Nnabuike Onoja - 22-35
4. Radio as an Instrument for Creating Awareness on Cybersecurity and Crime Prevention Among Nigerian Youths By Chioma Elekwachi, MSc, Prof Jonathan E. Aliede, PhD & Taiwo Philip Orebiyi, PhD. - 36-46
5. The Role of the Media in Addressing Nigeria's Security Challenges By Olewuezi Ikedichukwu Peace, MSc, Prof Bello Kamal, PhD, and Olusola Matthew Ojo, PhD. - 47-56
6. Immanuel Kant on Goodwill and the Moral Crisis in Nigeria: A Critique By NkutJesus Pius Ekpoudom, MA and Prof. Francis I. Minimah, PhD. - 57-67
7. Effectiveness of Annual Public Service Performance Appraisal in Selected Local Government Areas of Lagos State, Nigeria By Ademola A. Aderogba, PhD, and Mathew Ekum, PhD. - 68-79
8. Analysis of Rosi Braidotti's Posthuman Feminist Philosophy and How it Challenges Anthropocentric Traditions in Feminist Discourse By Uchenna Nympha Nkama, PhD. - 80-87
9. Alajobi (Kinsman) and Alale (Town Founding Deities): A Basis for Community Development and Social Justice in Yoruba By Adebayo Adekunle Moses, MA. - 88-98
10. Mill's Feminism and the Political Advancement of Nigeria By Prof. Elijah Okon John, PhD and Emem David Ekong. - 99-107
11. Climate Change, Herders and Land Cultivators’ Conflict and Displacement in Nigeria: Implications for National Development By Rufus Aisedion, PhD, Ehijiamusor Solomon Agazuma, PhD, and Progress Ehimen Aitokhuehi, MSc. - 108-117
12. Deliberative Democracy as a Solution for Contemporary Democratic Challenges: A Critical Evaluation of James Fishkin's Approach By Ingyur Aondona Benedict and Otene Christopher. - 118-125
13. Aristotle’s Golden Mean: Ancient Wisdom for Contemporary Times By Terzungwe Inja, MA, and Desmond Iorliam Agernor, MA.- 126-136
14. Gender-Responsive Agricultural Extension Policies and Rural Women's Empowerment in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria By Prof. Valerie Aphie Asanwana, PhD, and Collins Okon Uloh, PhD. - 137-149
15. Recta Ratio Agibilum as Imperative for Advancing Human Good in Tech Age By Uwaezuoke Precious Obioha, PhD. - 150-159
16. What Really is Common Sense? A Defense in the Light of G. E Moore’s Epistemology By Remigius Achinike Obah, PhD. - 160-173
17. Philosophical Reflections on Communication and Media Studies: A Critical Appraisal By Paul Ogbonna Chukwu, MA. - 174-185
18. Secularism, Ethnic Supremacy, Suspicion and Resource Allocation By Chidiebere James Onwutuebe, PhD. - 186-193
19. Contemporary Parenting Styles Its Impact on Contemporary Nigerian Child By JohnPaul Ekenedilichukwu Umezulike, MA and Raphael Olisa Maduabuchi, PhD. - 194-205
20. Coloniality and the Environment: Examining Colonial Legacies in Environmental Sustainability Efforts in Africa By Joseph Chinedu Ofobuike, MA.- 206-215
List of Contributors
Christopher Nyong Ekong, PhD, is a Professor of Economics in the Department of Economics at the University of Uyo Uyo, Nigeria.
Francis I. Minimah, PhD, is a Professor of Philosophy at University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
Valerie Aphie Asanwana, PhD, is a Professor of Agricultural Sociology and Gender Studies in the Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development at the University of Uyo, Nigeria.
Jonathan E. Aliede, PhD, is a Professor of Mass Communication in Department of Mass Communication, National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja.
Bello Kamal, PhD, is a Professor of Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution at National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja.
Elijah Okon John, PhD, is a Professor of Social and Political Philosophy in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Uyo, Nigeria
Ademola A. Aderogba, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Public Administration in the Department of General Studies, College of Applied Social Sciences, Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria.
Uwaezuoke Precious Obioha, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Philosophy in the Department of Philosophy at Akwa Ibom State University, Nigeria.
Taiwo Philip Orebiyi, PhD, is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Peace and Conflict Resolution, National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja.
Olusola Matthew Ojo, PhD, is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution, National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja.
Rufus Aisedion, PhD, is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Political Science, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma Edo State, Nigeria.
Chidiebere James Onwutuebe, PhD, is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of International Relations at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria.
Remigius Achinike Obah, PhD, is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Port Harcourt, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Nigeria.
Christian Nnabuike Onoja, PhD, is a Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria.
Stephen Umoh, PhD, is a Lecturer in the Department of Performing Arts, Akwa Ibom State University, Nigeria
Mathew Ekum, Ph.D, is a Lecturer in the Department of Mathematical Sciences, Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria.
Uchenna Nympha Nkama, PhD, is a Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy Rivers State University, Nigeria.
Collins Okon Uloh, PhD, Researcher with the Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development at the University of Uyo, Nigeria.
Ehijiamusor Solomon Agazuma, PhD, is a Lecturer in the Department of Political Science, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma Edo State, Nigeria.
Raphael Olisa Maduabuchi, PhD, is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Igbariam, Anambra State. Nigeria.
Terzungwe Inja, MA, is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at Benue State University, Makurdi, Nigeria.
NkutJesus Pius Ekpoudom, MA, is a Doctoral Scholar in the Department of Philosophy, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
Paul Ogbonna Chukwu, MA, is a Doctoral Scholar of Jurisprudence in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria.
Joseph Chinedu Ofobuike, MA, is a Doctoral Scholar in the Department of Philosophy at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State Nigeria.
Chioma Elekwachi, MSc, is a Doctoral Scholar in the Department of Peace and Conflict Resolution National Open University of Nigeria.
Olewuezi Ikedichukwu Peace, MSc, is a Doctoral Scholar in the Department of Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution at National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja.
Adebayo Adekunle Moses, MA, is a Lecturer in the General Studies Unit of McPherson University, Ogun State, Nigeria.
Progress Ehimen Aitokhuehi, MSc is a Lecturer in the Department of Political Science, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma Edo State, Nigeria.
Desmond Iorliam Agernor, MA, is a Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at Benue State University, Makurdi, Nigeria.
JohnPaul Ekenedilichukwu Umezulike, MA, is a Senior Computer Operator at Prime Factor Digital Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria.
Emem David Ekong is a Research Scholar in the Department of Philosophy, University of Uyo, Nigeria
Sandra Ekpo is a Research Scholar in the Department of Performing Arts, Akwa Ibom State University, Nigeria.
Ingyur Aondona Benedict is a Research Scholar in the Department of Philosophy, Federal University of Lafia, Nigeria.
Otene Christopher is a Research Scholar in the Department of Philosophy, Federal University of Lafia, Nigeria.
Publication Date: 30th June, 2025
Prof. Christopher Nyong Ekong, PhD
Stephen Umoh, PhD, and Sandra Ekpo
Dr. Christian Nnabuike Onoja
Chioma Elekwachi, MSc, Prof Jonathan E. Aliede, PhD & Taiwo Philip Orebiyi, PhD.
Olewuezi Ikedichukwu Peace, MSc, Prof Bello Kamal, PhD, and Olusola Matthew Ojo, PhD.
NkutJesus Pius Ekpoudom, MA and Prof. Francis I. Minimah, PhD.
Ademola A. Aderogba, PhD, and Mathew Ekum, PhD.
Uchenna Nympha Nkama, PhD.
Adebayo Adekunle Moses, MA.
Prof. Elijah Okon John, PhD and Emem David Ekong.
Rufus Aisedion, PhD, Ehijiamusor Solomon Agazuma, PhD, and Progress Ehimen Aitokhuehi, MSc.
Ingyur Aondona Benedict and Otene Christopher.
Terzungwe Inja, MA, and Desmond Iorliam Agernor, MA.
Prof. Valerie Aphie Asanwana, PhD, and Collins Okon Uloh, PhD.
Uwaezuoke Precious Obioha, PhD.
Remigius Achinike Obah, PhD.
Paul Ogbonna Chukwu, MA.
JohnPaul Ekenedilichukwu Umezulike, MA and Raphael Olisa Maduabuchi, PhD
Joseph Chinedu Ofobuike, MA.
