The University of Oxford, dubbed the number one university in the world, is set to begin teaching Igbo language and has appointed a Nigerian, Emmanuel Ikechukwu Umeonyirioha, as the first official Igbo language lecturer.
This would be the first time the language will be taught at the university and a Nigerian, Emmanuel Ikechukwu Umenyiora emerged as the first Igbo language lecturer at the citadel of learning.
Emmanuel shared the news on Twitter after his induction which was held on Thursday, February 17.
He tweeted, “It is official that I am the first official Igbo Language lecturer at the number one university in the world, the University of Oxford.
“Our induction happened today by Marion Sadoux, Head of Modern Language Programmes, University of Oxford Language Centre.
“This became possible in account of the James Currey Society. This is the first time Igbo language will be taught at the university. History has been made.”
Expressing gratitude for the opportunity, the lecturer vowed to make the language and culture “known to the world.”
“I am so happy and grateful for this opportunity. I promise to make the Igbo language and culture known to the world.”
Announcing his first class, the lecturer added, “First class starts next week Thursday, 3-4 pm, on 12 Woodstock Road.
Ezinwanne Onwuka, senior staff reporter and columnist with WAP is a Nigerian-based writer and content developer. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from the prestigious University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Her interests include reading, writing, researching and graphic designing.
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