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Item Contextualising Darwin’s theory of evolution in the Yorùbá human concept(Global Journal Inc., 2019) Olaleye, S. K.; Gbadamosi, O. A.This paper discusses African cosmology as seen in the indigenous religion of the Yoruba. The focus of this paper is creating a framework of how the theory of evolution can enhance further understanding of some Yoruba beliefs, chiefly, its concept of human. This is done by tracing the history of the theory of Evolution. This is necessary because Charles Darwin must have been influenced by the works of some scientists before him. Several arguments that humans descended from the Apes were also discussed in this paper. These are premised on the implication of such notion on world religions which suggest creationism notably that of a perfect human being which is at odds with the conclusion of evolution. This paper discusses also the Yoruba concept of human, a notion that is clearly different from the western one. The relationship between human being and nature in Yoruba understanding and its link to the theory of evolution forms a major fulcrum in this research. This paper concludes that Olódùmarè the creator endows humans with enormous power that can be used at will transforming to suit the prevailing situation, thereby making room for the theory of evolution.Item The use of herbs as an alternative method of healing in contemporary Nigerian society(Yoruba Studies Association of Nigeria, 2015-06) Gbadamosi, O. A.Africa has been highly affected by Western influence but in spite of the massive pressure of Western civilisation, Africans still practice traditional healing. This paper is set out to analyse the reasons why traditional healing is relevant to Contemporary Nigeria. However, emphasis is placed on Yoruba herbal medicine as a means of healing. It discusses the nature of Yoruba herbal medicine and reasons why it is unique as a means of healing. The paper employs relevant literature on the subject of Yoruba herbal medicine, places special attention on the Contemporary relevance of the use of herbs and examines the reasons why people prefer traditional herbs to orthodox medicine or use herbs simultaneously with orthodox medicine. The challenges hindering the use of Yoruba herbal medicine are highlighted, and relevant recommendations are made to enhance the use of Yoruba herbal medicine. The theoretical framework for this paper is the Pragmatic theory of Truth of Hilary Putnam. Pragmatism is a practical approach to issues that is optimistic, in which a concept is justified in its ability to work and in this case, herbal medicine and its practical relevance today.Item A feminine deconstruction of the concept and tenets of Arole in Oyo empire and its place in Yoruba philosophy(Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria, 2020) Gbadamosi, O. A.The concept of Arole occupied and still has a significant position in Oyo Empire. Arole among the Yoruba is the first male child in a family. Such child has sociological, economic and religious advantages over his siblings. In fact, a family without an Arole. regardless of the number of female children, is somewhat incomplete. Thus, a wife goes all out to ensure she “produces” one for her family in Order to make her motherhood complete and her place as a wife secured. This paper seeks to deconstruct this concept embedded in the beliefs of the Yoruba by offering a rational reflection on the tenets of Arole and the significant power it wields among children, in the Oyo Empire, the family and the Yoruba society at large. This is done from a feminine perspective in order to analyze, critically, Arole from a mother's or sister's viewpoint. This study seeks to answer the following questions: what is Arole to a Yoruba and the intent of identifying a child as one? What are the advantages and disadvantages (if any) of being an Arole? What are the tenets of Arole? Is Arole still relevant in a Contemporary Yoruba society? These questions are answered in this study with a view to offering a female holistic view of Arole, presenting the logical flaws in the concept, and unraveling the tenets of Arole and its place among the Yoruba in the 21" Century. Recommendations were also suggested.