Browsing by Author "Fawenu Bamidele Olusegun and Samuel Oluwasegun Kolade"

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    A Reflection on the Cost of Governance under Solomon's reign in the Context of the Quest for Sustainable Development in Nigeria
    (The Nigerian Association for Biblical Studies, 2019-07) Fawenu Bamidele Olusegun and Samuel Oluwasegun Kolade
    This paper critically reflects on the cost of governance during the reign of King Solomon as recorded in the biblical narrative, drawing parallels with contemporary governance challenges in Nigeria, particularly in the context of sustainable development. Solomon’s administration, though marked by unprecedented prosperity and monumental achievements, was also characterized by heavy taxation, forced labor, and extravagant state expenditure that ultimately led to public discontent and the division of the kingdom. Using a socio-biblical and contextual hermeneutical approach, this study examines how the burdens of governance in Solomon's era mirror Nigeria’s contemporary struggles with high administrative costs, political patronage, and misallocation of resources. The paper argues that for Nigeria to attain sustainable development, there must be a deliberate effort to reduce the cost of governance, promote fiscal responsibility, and ensure that leadership is focused on equity, justice, and the welfare of the people. The study concludes by offering biblically informed policy suggestions that can guide current governance toward a more inclusive and sustainable future.
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    ECOTHEOLOGICAL READING OF DEUTERONOMY 23:12-14 AND ITS IMPLICATIONS FOR OPEN DEFECATION IN EGBEDA LGA, OYO STATE, NIGERIA
    (Department of Religions, Kwara State University, Malete, Nigeria., 2024-12) Fawenu Bamidele Olusegun and Samuel Oluwasegun Kolade
    The prevalence of open defecation and improper waste disposal in Egbeda Local Government Area (LGA), Oyo State, Nigeria, presents significant environmental and public health challenges. Despite governmental and non-governmental efforts to curb these practices, there remains a gap in addressing the issue through culturally resonant, faith-based approaches. This study explores Deuteronomy 23:12–14 as a biblical framework for promoting environmental cleanliness, integrating theological insights with practical applications to address the sanitation crisis. The research aims to evaluate the relevance of biblical principles on sanitation for stirring ecological and public health improvements in Egbeda LGA. Specific objectives include analyzing the exegetical meaning of Deuteronomy 23:12–14, assessing its eco-theological implications, and investigating the socio-environmental context of open defecation in Egbeda. A qualitative methodology was employed, utilizing exegetical analysis, field observations, interviews, and a review of secondary data. Findings reveal that Deuteronomy 23:12–14 underscores sanitation as a reflection of divine presence and societal responsibility. The study also identifies inadequate infrastructure, limited awareness, and cultural attitudes as primary drivers of open defecation in Egbeda. Recommendations include leveraging biblical teachings to promote cleanliness, enhancing public sanitation infrastructure, promotion environmental awareness through religious institutions, and enforcing waste management policies. This study highlights the importance of integrating faith-based principles with policy and community engagement to address pressing environmental issues, thereby offering a model for sustainable and culturally rooted interventions in other similar contexts.