"the Nigerian House of Poetry: Its Establishment, Objectives, Activities, Poets, and Their Poems"
Student: Saifullahi Umar Ahmad (Assignment, 2025)
Department of Arabic
Bayero University, Kano, Kano State
Abstract
Abstract:
This research explores the establishment, objectives, and activities of the Nigerian House of Poetry, focusing on its role in promoting Arabic poetic expression and cultural development in Nigeria. The study examines how the institution serves as a platform for poets to showcase their literary talents, preserve traditional poetic heritage, and encourage contemporary creativity. Furthermore, it highlights the contributions of prominent Nigerian poets associated with the House, along with selected examples of their poems that reflect themes of religion, nationalism, and moral values. The study concludes that the Nigerian House of Poetry plays a vital role in cultural preservation and education through literary arts.
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- Abdul-Gusau Polytechnic, Talata-Mafara, Zamfara State 3
- Abia State Polytechnic, Aba, Abia State 24
- Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State 71
- Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic, Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State 3
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Bauchi State 15
- Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Bauchi State. (affiliated To Atbu Bauchi) 1
- Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State 6
- Adamawa State University, Mubi, Adamawa State 8
- Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State 26
- Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State 1