African Theoretical Statistics (Pure Science)

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2001 No. 1 (2001)

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Afrofuturism and its Role in Shaping African Futures in Nigeria,

Olowo Agbakworie, University of Maiduguri Ejiro Akpanobi, Department of Advanced Studies, University of Maiduguri Nkwanne Nwachukwu, National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18731292
Published: April 20, 2001

Abstract

Afrofuturism is a contemporary cultural movement that explores African and diaspora futures through science fiction, technology, and art. This study employed qualitative research methods, including thematic analysis of interviews with 30 Nigerian futurists and a content analysis of Afrofuturist artworks. Themes emerged around technology integration into daily life (e.g., biometric security) and environmental concerns (e.g., climate change adaptation). Afrofuturism in Nigeria emphasizes technologically advanced yet sustainable futures, influencing public discourse on technological development and environmental stewardship. Policy makers should consider Afrofuturist visions when crafting technology policies to ensure they align with societal values of sustainability and inclusivity.

How to Cite

Olowo Agbakworie, Ejiro Akpanobi, Nkwanne Nwachukwu (2001). Afrofuturism and its Role in Shaping African Futures in Nigeria,. African Theoretical Statistics (Pure Science), Vol. 2001 No. 1 (2001). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18731292

Keywords

African diasporaFuturismQualitative researchScience fictionTechnology studiesDiaspora studiesCultural theory

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