Zikism

Zikism

Zikism is the system of political thought attributed to the Nnamdi Azikiwe, one of the founding fathers of modern Nigeria and the first President 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

* 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 ]

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