Call for Peace and National Cohesion: Reading from Selected Arabic Literary Texts of Nigerian Authorship

Tajudeen Yusuf

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Call for Peace and National Cohesion: Reading from Selected Arabic Literary Texts of Nigerian Authorship

Tajudeen Yusuf^*

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Received: 23 August 2024 Accepted: 15 November 2024 Published: 29 November 2024

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Since ancient times, literature has served as a mirror reflecting society and its progress, often engaging with themes of morality, compassion, unity, and peaceful coexistence within human communities. Literature, through both poetry and prose, communicates ethical values that encourage and educate for peaceful coexistence, mutual respect, and harmonious social relationships. This study utilizes a descriptive approach to examine the contributions of Nigerian authors in Arabic literature to the promotion of national integration, harmony, and peaceful coexistence among Nigerians of diverse ethnicities and constituencies. By selecting specific literary texts, especially poetry, from the works of three prominent Nigerian literary figures, this paper investigates how Arabic literature of Nigerian authorship has fostered ideals of unity, harmony, and peaceful cohabitation within Nigeria’s highly heterogeneous socio-political landscape. Findings from the study reveal that numerous Nigerian Arabic literary scholars have significantly contributed to the advocacy for national integration and peace. Their literary productions emphasize the importance of unity among Nigerians, despite the multitude of languages, rich cultural diversity, and varied practices across the country. These literary works serve as powerful tools for promoting tolerance, understanding, and unity, highlighting literature’s essential role in reinforcing shared national values, fostering patriotism, and enhancing collective consciousness in Nigeria’s complex and multicultural society.

Published in	Arabic Language, Literature & Culture (Volume 9, Issue 1)
DOI	10.11648/j.allc.20240901.12
Page(s)	8-14
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Arabic, Literature, Harmony, Peaceful Co-existence, Nigeria

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Department of Arabic and French, Faculty of Arts, Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria

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