Definitions and descriptions of religion by anti-religion scholars, philosophers and scientists often downplay the role, relevance, functions and contributions of religion to the society, and usually reduce it to a mere set of beliefs, doctrines, rituals and spirituality. In Nigeria, most of the critics of religion often forget that they owe Western education championed by the missionaries for most of their accomplishments in life. This is in addition to the spiritual assistance and healthcare services provided by religious leaders and institutions in the country.
In our previous book - Religion in Contemporary Nigeria- we addressed issues in the use and misuse of religion in Nigeria. This volume focuses on the role of religion in Nigeria's development.This carefully selected compendium contains the submissions of eminent scholars from African Traditional Religion, Christianity and Islam and is jointly edited by experienced professors in the fields. The overall aim is to enhance better understanding of religion as a veritable instrument of development in Nigeria.
Chapter One
Religion and Development: Religiosity and its Effect on Development in Nigeria
Chapter Two
Religious Conflicts, Political Stability and Development inNigeria
Chapter Three
The Spiritual and Ethical Implications of Oath-Taking in Nigerian Politics
Chapter Four
Religious-Based Dispute Resolution Mechanism of Independent Sharīʻah Panels and their Contributions to the Development of Judicial System in Nigeria
Chapter Five
Religion and Development: A Study of Developmental Dynamics of Adamu Orisa Festival in Lagos
Chapter Six
The Role of Muslims in Healthcare Service Delivery in Nigeria
Chapter Seven
Christianity and the Development of Health Care Services in Okun land, Kogi State, Nigeria Since 1900
Chapter Eight
Christianity and Educational Development in Delta State, Nigeria
Chapter Nine
The Impact of Christianity (Sudan Interior Mission) on Igbomina land, Kwara State, Nigeria
Chapter Ten
Islam and the Attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Nigeria
Chapter Eleven
The Impact of Sokoto Caliphate on Post-Colonial Political Development in Nigeria: A Focus on Selected Personalities
Chapter Twelve
The Church and Socio-Economic Development of Ilorin Metropolis: A Case Study of Anglican Church in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria