"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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- Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State 1
- Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa State 20
- Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State 5
- Fidei Polytechnic, Gboko, Benue State 1
- First Technical University, Ibadan, Oyo State 2
- Fountain University, Osogbo, Osun State 20
- Gateway Ict Polytechnic, Saapade, Ogun State 9
- Godfrey Okoye University, Urgwuomu- Nike, Enugu State 4
- Gombe State University, Tudun Wada, Gombe, Gombe State 18
- Hallmark University, Ijebu-Itele,ogun State 1