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Minister calls for preservation of indigenous languages
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Minister calls for preservation of indigenous languages

The Nigerian Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, emphasized the importance of preserving indigenous languages during the launch of 'Yorùbá: A Tonal Language Homophones,' a new book by linguist Bankole Awosika. Alausa highlighted that these languages are crucial for maintaining Nigeria's history, identity, and cultural heritage. He praised the book for bridging education and culture and urged support for such works. The event also included contributions from the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, which reiterated its commitment to promoting indigenous languages through education and cultural programs. Attendees commended Awosika for his lifelong dedication to Yoruba language scholarship.

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Minister calls for preservation of indigenous languages

The Nigerian Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, emphasized the importance of preserving indigenous languages during the launch of 'Yorùbá: A Tonal Language Homophones,' a new book by linguist Bankole Awosika. Alausa highlighted that these languages are crucial for maintaining Nigeria's history, identity, and cultural heritage. He praised the book for bridging education and culture and urged support for such works. The event also included contributions from the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, which reiterated its commitment to promoting indigenous languages through education and cultural programs. Attendees commended Awosika for his lifelong dedication to Yoruba language scholarship.

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