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A study of the social and health damages of smoking in the Diwan of "Al-Riyadh" by the poet Issa Alabi Abu Bakr
(JNAL, Cairo, Egypt, 2022) Tajudeen Yusuf
Abstract: This article aims to study a poem entitled "The Scourge of the Age" in the Diwan of "Al-Riyadh", those literary works of the poet Issa Albi Abu Bakr, the genius writer of the modern poets in Arabic in Nigeria. This article dealt with one of the social-health issues prevalent in society and represented in the pests of smoking and its harms and negative effects on individuals and society in the poetry of the poet Iss Albi Abu Bakr, and the approach followed in the study is the descriptive approach prevalent in literary studies, the aim of which is to highlight the role of African poets, especially from the sons of Nigeria is in the service of society like other contemporary Arab poets. The study shows that the poet Issa Albi Abu Bakr has a dominant position among African writers interested in contemporary social issues in order to build a human society and establish values.
An Appraisal Of the Significance of Arabic Language to the Muslims
(Ad-Dirayah:International JournalOf Islamic Studies, Nasarawa State University, Keffi. Nasarawa State, 2016) Tajudeen Yusuf
ARABIC LANGUAGE AND THE CHALLENGE OF IDENTITY IN MULTI-ETHNIC SOCIETIES: A CASE STUDY OF NIGERIA
(AL-LISĀN JOURNAL OF THE ACADEMIC SOCIETY FOR ARABIC LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE IN NIGERIA (ASALLIN) VOL. III NO. XII, 2021, 2021) DR. МОНАMMAD KAMEL AHMAD
Nigeria is a linguistic, ethnic, cultural and social mosaic with more than fourhundred different indigenous, endoglossic tongues.¹ According to Brann, these languages are of divergent genetic families such as Niger-Kordofanian, Afro-Asiatic, and Nilo-Saharan. Furthermore, Niger-Kordofanian has two branches: Niger-Congo and Benue-Congo. Niger-Congo itself is of three sub-branches, namely, Kwa, WestAtlantic and Adamawa. However, Benue-Congo has two sub-branches: Cross-River and Bantoid.2 a The Arabic language belongs to the Semitic family of languages. It is relative of the South-West Semitic branch that entails South Arabian and Ethiopian languages.3 The Arabic language was first introduced in to Nigeria through the Islamic faith and the Arab traders in the Northern part of the country in the ninth century A. D. when the Old Kanemi Empire was first introduced to Islam. According to Turkham as cited in Zakariya, Arabic at the initial stage was circumscribed to religious sphere in Nigeria due to its great affinity with Islam. The spread of Islam and the proliferation of the Quranic knowledge, coupled with the establishment of the religious statehood in Sokoto by Fulani Jihadists made Arabic gained enormous ground by the end of the nineteenth century. Today in Borno State, there is a sizeable ethno-linguistic minority population called Shuwa Arab whose mother tongue is Arabic. By implication, Arabic is one of the Nigerian languages. The fact that it is not given its due care in this country is regrettable.
ARABIC: THE MOST SPOKEN INDIGENOUS AFRICAN LANGUAGE IN THE CONTINENT
(Al-Nahda InternationalJournal Volume VI. No.2 December, 2024 = Rajab. 1446AH, 2021) Mohammad Kamel Ahmad, PhD
act: By: Mohammad Kamel Ahmad, PhD Kwara State University, Malete, Ilorin, Nigeria mohammadkamelahmad65@gmail.com The number of languages natively spoken in the fifty four (54) African states is variously estimated at between 1,250 and 2,100, and by some counts at over 3000.2) These languages belong to many distinct language families. Of all these languages, five (5) are the most used by their speakers in terms of population within the African continent. The five are Arabic, Swahili, Hausa, Oromo, and Yoruba. Each of these languages is spoken by multiple African countries by small or large population. They are the leading African languages attested to by scholars and researchers and confirmed by different and rigorous studies conducted thus far.
Call for Peace and National Cohesion: Reading from Selected Arabic Literary Texts of Nigerian Authorship
(Journal of social sciences Democratic Arabic Center For Strategic, Political & Economic Studies, Germany-Berlin, 2025) Tajudeen Yusuf
Since the old age, Literature as a mirror of society and its development often explores themes of morality, compassion, unity and peaceful coexistence in human society. Through poems and proses, literature can convey ethical principles that promote and educate peaceful coexistence, respect for others, and harmonious social relationships. Using descriptive method, this paper attempt to explore the contributions of Arabic Literature of Nigerian Authorship in promoting national integration, harmony and peaceful co-existence among Nigerian citizen with diverse ethnics and constituencies; literary texts (Poetry) were selected in the works of three literary icons. The study explores from the different works how Arabic literature of Nigerian authorship has promoted the ideology of unity, harmony, peaceful co-existence in Nigeria through this very heterogeneous socio-political region. The results of the study reveals that many literary scholars have contributed, through their literary productions, to the promotion of national integration, harmony and peaceful co-existence among the people who speak a multitude of languages and have array of cultural diversities and practices. Keywords: Arabic, Literature, harmony, peaceful co-existence, Nigeria.
Communication Principles for peaceful Co-existence
(Department of Languages, Federal University, Kashere. Gombe , Nigeria, 2021) Tajudeen Yusuf
Ethics of Interpersonal Communication from Islamic Perspective
(KWASU Journal of Religious Studies, 2017) Tajudeen Yusuf
Globalisation of Business and Language Proficiency
(SCR London, 2013) Tajudeen Yusuf
Interdisciplinary Approaches to Arabic Language Learning: Enhancing Engagement and Global Competence
(Al-Ḍād Jo, Universiti Malaya, Malaysia, 2024) Tajudeen Yusuf
This paper investigates the potential of interdisciplinary programs to enhance Arabic language learning by integrating it with disciplines such as business, international relations, and cultural studies. The study is grounded in empirical research conducted across several educational institutions where interdisciplinary approaches have been implemented. By analyzing quantitative data from student performance metrics, enrollment figures, and retention rates, alongside qualitative data from student and faculty interviews, the paper provides a comprehensive evaluation of these programs. The findings indicate that students enrolled in interdisciplinary Arabic programs exhibit higher engagement and improved language proficiency compared to those in traditional language courses. Furthermore, these programs have been shown to attract a more diverse student body, including those who may not have otherwise pursued Arabic studies. However, the research also identifies significant challenges, such as the complexity of curriculum design and the need for specialized faculty training. The paper concludes with recommendations for best practices in developing and sustaining successful interdisciplinary Arabic language programs, emphasizing the importance of strategic resource allocation, robust faculty collaboration, and targeted recruitment efforts. These insights contribute to the broader discourse on language education, offering a model for enhancing the relevance and accessibility of Arabic language learning in a globalized context. Keywords: Interdisciplinary Programs, Arabic Language Education, Student Engagement, Global Competence, Curriculum Design, Multidisciplinary Education
Linguistic Terrorism and Its Effects on Human Society: An Analytical Study
(Kwasu Journal of Humanities, Kwara State University, Malete, 2018) Tajudeen Yusuf
This paper presents an analytical study of a selected political/religious text from an Arab Newspaper (Arab Times of May 2007). It aims at addressing the role of language communication on human relationships especially to consolidate and enhance peaceful coexistence. The study employs interdisciplinary theories consist of systems analysis theory, pragmatic theory and communication theory and then applies them on some aggressive linguistic elements found in the selected text; some words that may affect peaceful coexistence and effective relationships among the individuals in human communities regardless of their believes, races and social classes are pinpointed and addressed .It has become apparent that the continued exploitation of Religion in nowadays by many politician Politics has become a tool of gaining their political desires. Peace is very important in order to avoid unnecessary conflicts that might hinder progress or even result in the loss of life. Efforts have been made by many organizations devoted to fostering peace within the domestic and global spheres. For example, organizations such as the Peace Corps emphasize the importance of understanding others in order to enrich life within the global community. However, the roles of language in consolidating peaceful coexistence in human societies can never be underestimated or underrated. Indeed, throughout history, many have reflected on the importance of language for it shapes thoughts and emotions, determining one’s perception of reality; it is also the light of the mind
Nonverbal Communication and its Effects on Human Relations: An Analysis from Surah Luqman
(QiST: Journal of Quran and Tafseer Studies, 2025) Tajudeen Yusuf
Politeness in Arabic and Yoruba: Personal Pronouns as a Case Study
(Asian Journal of Language, Literature and Culture Studies, 2022) Tajudeen Yusuf
Politeness as social rule which consolidates interpersonal communication and effective interactions in human society exists in all cultures and languages, however, the specific language and communication strategies that are employed to speak in a language may not work as well in other languages. One can use a wide range of grammatical structures, have a large vocabulary, and have a clear, understandable pronunciation. However, when speaking in a second or foreign language, one may not appear to achieve the desired outcomes. Perhaps the speaker lacks the cultural knowledge of the target language to demonstrate linguistic etiquette, resulting in overly direct discourse. Using descriptive and contrastive methods, this paper addresses linguistic politeness in using personal pronouns in both Arabic and Yoruba languages; it gives an insight into the similarities and differences that exist in the politeness culture of the Yoruba and Arabic languages. The study reveals that while both languages have some similarities in subcategories of personal pronouns, the areas of dissimilarity are obvious. A special focus is given to the use of honorific pronoun.
Pragmatic Trends in Arabic Linguistic Heritage
(Journal of Arabic Linguistics Tradition, 2009)
Upon examining Arabic grammatical and linguistic works, it becomes apparent that some Arab linguists haad addressed what is known in modern linguistics as "Pragmatics".
SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS OF THE USE OF LANGUAGES IN NIGERIA WITH A PARTICULAR REFERENCE TO THE POSITION OF ARABIC, ENGLISH AND FRENCH
(Sri Lankan Journal ofArabic and Islamic Studies Published by Faculty of Islamic Studies and Arabic Language Volume Vol 6 Issue. III,July - September 2024, 2024) Mohammad Kamel Ahmad, PhD
Nigeria is a multi-lingual, a multi-ethnic and a multi-cultural nation with Hausa, Ibo and Yoruba as its national languages. Although other Nigerian languages are in acrimonious rivalries with these official languages, Nigerian successive governments have been promoting other local languages in order tofoster a peaceful co-existence in the polity. Moreover, strong loyalty expected ofthe Nigerian peoples to Nigerian languages is sharply shared between Nigerian official as well as local languages and some recognized foreign languages in Nigeria. Despite that Arabic, English and French languages are of enviable positions in Nigeria and are equally promoted by government and individuals, Nigerian national and local languages have been playing divisive and destructive roles among divergent Nigerian ethnic groups. Using the descriptive and analytical methods to achieve the intended research goal of the current studies, the paper has conclusively arrived at an outcome that linguistic jingoism inherent in all Nigerians has been responsible for a lack of trust amongst the Nigerians. In the same vein, there are other multi-lingual, multi-ethnic and multi-cultural nations in the world which are of multilingualism related conflicts, rumblings and vendetta, no matter how high is the level of their civilization, sophistication and education..
The Arabic Language: an Integration and Developmental Tool for The Enhancement of Nigeria's Foreign Policy and Economic Relations
(ALIMI JOURNAL OF ARABIC STUDIES (AJAS) Volume l, No 2, 2015 Unilorin Press, 2015) Ahmad, Mohammad Kamel
The paper takes a critical look at the position ofthe Arabic language and the potential benefits it could accrue to national interests if adopted as one of the languages in which Nigerian representatives are trained before they are dispatched to Nigerian foreign offices in the Diaspora. It also entails confessions by foreign diplomats to the inevitability of languages in meaningful international diplomacy. This is followed by a discussion of the low-level diplomatic and economic ties which Nigeria is currently maintaining with the Arab world. Moreover, the impact and the influence of foreign language competence in business-related activities as well as strategies to be taken by Arabic experts to strengthen diplomatic ties between Nigeria and Arab countries and measures which could sustain mutual economic cooperation between them are discussed in the paper.
The Concept of Language: Reading from Arabic Heritage and the Contemporary Linguistics
(Academic Society for Arabic language and Literature in Nigeria, 2013) Tajudeen Yusuf
The Impact of Islam on Nigerian Arabic Poetry
(JOURNAL OF ISLAMIC AND COMPARATIVE LAW The Journal of the Centre of Islamic Legal Studies, Institute of Administration Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria, 2016) Musa Á.M. Abikan, Abmad, Muhammad Kamel and Aliyu, Muhammed Jamiu
The introduction of Arabic language as an academic discipline into the Nigerian educational curriculum was not accidental. It was in recognition of its significance as a language of Islam and diplomacy. Centuries before the advent of Europeans on Nigeria soil, Arabic had been used for religions, social and cultural purposes. In West Africa as a whole and Nigeria in particular, poetic themes in Arabic language have remained within the framework of the interest of Islamic religion.
The Influence of First Language on Foreign Language Learning: An Error Analysis of Morphemes
(Journal of Literature, Languages and Linguistics, 2022) Tajudeen Yusuf
Abstract The present paper is an Error analysis aims at to document the errors that appear in a learner language, determine whether those errors are systematic, and (if possible) explain what caused them. The study employed one hour-interview conducted with a student of High Institute of Comparative and Administrative Studies in Cairo. The interview was conducted in a classroom in the main campus building at the American University in Cairo. The study found that most of these errors are products of overuse "overgeneralization" of L2's rules, and NL transfers. Learners need to be encouraged to speak and interact in English at home and with their friends for more progress in fluency. However, focus on rule is also pivotal for adequate balance between fluency and accuracy. Keywords: Error Analysis, English, learner
THE PROBLEM OF ARABIC AND ISLAMIC EDUCATION IN PRIVATE ISLAMIC SCHOOLS IN WEST AFRICA: A GENERAL OVERVIEW
(DEPARTMENTS OF ARABIC & ISLAMIIC STUDIES COLLEGE OF THE HUMANITIES AL-HIKMAH UNIVERSITY, 2016) MOHAMMAD KAMEL AHMAD
Arubic language and Islamic education in West Africa is faced with different problems. During the colonial era,insurmountuble obstacles were laid on the smooth ways of the Arabic lunguage and the Islamic education scholarship. However, in the post colonial period. Arabic language md Islamic education began to flourish and witness an unprecedented development, alheit at different pace, in every country of the region. Steps needed to be taken for the sustuinability ofS the advancement of Arabic and Islamic education in the twenty first century are explicitly elucidated in this paper.
THE ROLE OF TRANSLATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE
(DEVELOPMENT OF ARABIC LANGUAGE & LITERATURE IN NIGERIA DURING 50 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE BOOK ONE, 2013) DR. МОНАMMAD KAMEL AHMAD
Daily occurrences in the ever changing world of today underline the great significance and relevance of translation in all endeavours. In the various fields of knowledge such as education, science and technology, mass communication, trade and business, literature, religion, tourism, etc., the use of translation appears to be consequentially indispensable. Domestic and international events in the world, latest discoveries of all kinds of knowledge as well as the accessibility to literature of various languages are made plausible through translation.! Throughout history, translation has made inter-linguistic communication between peoples possible. From the theoretical perspective, translation can be seen as a science; however, practically speaking, it is more of art than of science. Whether translation is considered as science, art or craft, a good transfer of meanings, notions and ideas in the source language (henceforth SL) which is the original, should be made into the target language (henceforth TL). It is when this is guaranteed that a good translation is conducted.2 it Moreover, it is a well known fact that the most prominent trait of human beings throughout history has been the various methods of communication be linguistic or paralinguistic through which knowledge of other nations in the world are tapped and judiciously utilized, These types of knowledge are preserved for subsequent generations. Undoubtedly, it is through language communication that this is made feasible. However, the only hindrance and hurdle to this end is the linguistic disparity in the world. Fortunately, through the use of translation, all linguistic barriers between linguistic backgrounds are trashed out and better communication and reciprocal understanding are made possible between nations of today's world.

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