The Place of Traditional Art Forms as a Positive Element in The Inculcation of Culture in The Nigerian Youth

Abstract

Nigerian cultures and traditions are demonstrated mainly through art, but in modern times, culture seems to have departed from its usual traditional form and given way to technology. This can be seen in the youth who consistently try to bring new ways of life or rather try very hard to imitate the western system of life. Many Nigerian youths appear to be shunning conventional methods of pursuing their passion and making credible marks in the plethora of areas available to them; but remain focused on the fast-changing stream of contemporary climes thus, diverting their creative talents outward instead of inward. The aim of this argument is to establish the need for positive inculcation of cultural and traditional values in Nigerian youths through the exposition of available traditional arts. The paper focuses on establishing the place and role of traditional artforms as a positive element for the inculcation of cultural values in the Nigerian youth of today. It posits that, every Nigerian youth has the potential to come up with novel ideas and innovations that can be used to build a strong platform for self-discovery and the creation of newer avenues for leadership. The article also looks at how traditional artforms can change attitudes, bring about new ideas and notions for the forward and progressive development of the country through the younger generation.

Key words: Youths, Arts, Culture, Traditional, Inculcation

DOI: 10.7176/ADS/94-05

Publication date:August 31^st 2021