- Zikism
Zikism is the system of political thought attributed to the
Nnamdi Azikiwe , one of the founding fathers of modernNigeria and the firstPresident of Nigeria . Azikiwe expanded on this philosophy through his published works such as "Renascent Africa " (1973).Overview
Zikism is characterised by five principles for African liberation:
*Spiritual balance:To show empathy for other peoples views, and recognize their right to hold such views.
*Social regeneration:To expel from one's self national, religious, racial, tribal, political-economic, and ethical prejudice.
*Economic determinism :To realize that being self-sufficient economically is the basis for rescuing the Renascent African.
*Mental emancipation :To be knowledgable of African history and accomplishments, and to dismiss any kind of complex exhibited by any race or tribe.
*Political resurgence : To regain the sovereignty that Africa has lost to colonialists.Quotes on Zikism
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Ibrahim Babangida , former President of Nigeria, said: [cite web |url= http://www.thisdayonline.com/archive/2003/12/07/20031207bac01.html|title=We Must Nurture Politics of Ideas |accessdate=2007-07-23 |last=Babangida|first=Ibrahim|date=2003 |work=ThisDay Online|publisher=Leaders & Company Limited ]References
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