"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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- Mohammed Lawan College of Agriculture, Maiduguri, Borno State 12
- Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, Ogun State 7
- Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nasarawa State 8
- Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State 28
- Niger State College of Education, Minna, (Affl To Usmanu Danfodiyo Uni, Sokoto) 1
- Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko, Delta State 1
- Nigerian Army University, Biu, Borno State 3
- Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja 3
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State 98
- Northwest University, Kano, Kano State 179