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By offering an integrated and human-centred perspective on contemporary social, cultural, and ethical challenges, this book provides readers with practical insight into how humanities scholarship can illuminate real-world problems and foster critical, reflective thinking across societies. Its greatest strength lies in translating complex ideas into accessible discussions that connect theory with lived experience and contemporary realities. The book approaches its subject matter through an interdisciplinary lens, drawing together diverse viewpoints from literature, philosophy, history, culture, and social analysis. What is new about this approach is its emphasis on relevance and applicability: contributors do not treat humanities knowledge as abstract, but as a living tool for understanding identity, power, values, and social change in a rapidly evolving world. Case studies, contextual examples, and reflective analysis allow readers to see how humanities perspectives inform ethical decision-making and social responsibility. The scope of the book is broad yet coherent, covering key debates and emerging themes while maintaining a clear focus on human experience and societal development. It is intended for academics, postgraduate and undergraduate students, researchers, educators, and policy-oriented readers with an interest in social understanding and critical inquiry. The book is used as a core or supplementary text in humanities and social science programmes, a reference for interdisciplinary research, and a resource for professionals seeking deeper cultural and ethical insight into contemporary issues.

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Fadele Ayotunde Alaba (PhD) is a Nigerian computer scientist, academic, and internationally published researcher with over a decade of experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. He is a full-time lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at the Federal University of Education, Zaria, Nigeria, where he has held several strategic administrative positions, including Head of Department and Director of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Unit. He is also a visiting lecturer at St. Francis of Assisi College of Education, Wusasa, Zaria. Currently, Dr. Fadele is a post-doctoral fellow at the Instituto de Estudos e Desenvolvemento de Galicia (IDEGA), Spain. Dr. Fadele holds multiple advanced qualifications in Computer Science, including doctoral degrees from the University of Malaya, Malaysia, and the International University, Bamenda. His academic training and research focus span cybersecurity, Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, smart contracts security, big data analytics, and cloud computing. Dr. Ilesanmi G. Ajibola is a distinguished academic at the Federal University of Education, Zaria, Nigeria. He holds a Ph.D. in Systematic Theology from Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pa. USA, where he had also served as a teaching assistant and course instructor. For five years, he is been the director of TETFund Centre of Excellence for Technology Enhanced Learning at the institution. His research interests encompass educational diversification, systematic theology, and exploring the intersection of digital technology and educational practices in the humanities. Dr. Ajibola has authored several books, articles, and papers addressing religious education and ICT integration. He advocates for strategic investments in ICT infrastructure, mandatory training for educators and students, with the aim to bridge the digital divide and promote equitable access to educational technologies.

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