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Toward Global Dissemination of Indigenous Knowledge: The Case of Raffia Artisans in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
(2008)
Abstract
The main thrust of the paper is the role of the librarians, library and ICT in global dissemination of indigenous knowledge. The empirical case study is the art and craft of raffia work in Ikot Ekpene, with a view to increase and improve the available information of the unique indigenous knowledge. The people of Ikot Ekpene have developed exceptional skills in transforming raffia fibers into shoes, assorted handbags including conference bags (and packages) belts, hats, mats, decorative apparels, bangles and numerous articles of fashion. Presently, the market for the raffia product is limited to local demand and is of attraction to only a few tourists. There is however great need to disseminate information on the product of this peculiar indigenous knowledge globally. This paper suggest that libraries should act as a clearing house for collecting, documenting, preserving and disseminating information on raffia craft knowledge systems. Librarians should publicize raffia craft activities and services through modern ICT, exhibition, workshops, conferences and seminars. The nation should be brought into the areas of security, protecting the rights of the indigenous artisans in terms of their cultural and intellectual property.
Disciplines
Publication Date
June 6, 2008
DOI
10.5281/zenodo.5456762
Citation Information
Aniebiet Inyang Ntui and Eno Joseph Ottong. "Toward Global Dissemination of Indigenous Knowledge: The Case of Raffia Artisans in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria" (2008) Available at: http://works.bepress.com/aniebiet_ntui/40/
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