Christopher Osawaru

This study examines the moral implications of trans-sexuality in Nigerian society, where traditional, religious, and cultural beliefs strongly influence moral judgments about gender and sexuality. Trans-sexuality challenges the conventional notion that gender is
fixed and biologically determined, proposing instead that it is fluid and deeply personal. In Nigeria, however, trans-sexual individuals often face moral condemnation, social rejection, and legal discrimination due to prevailing religious doctrines and cultural
norms that regard such identities as immoral or unnatural. The study reveals that Nigerian moral reasoning is largely communal, emphasizing collective values over individual autonomy. Consequently, trans-sexuality is perceived as a moral deviation that
threatens social harmony and divine order. This perception limits open moral discourse and perpetuates intolerance and stigmatization. The research further explores the ethical tension between cultural morality and universal human rights, raising questions about whether morality should evolve with changing understandings of human identity.

The concept of beauty has remained a central theme in philosophical and cultural discourses, shaping human aesthetics, identity, and social interaction. Within the Efik worldview, beauty is not merely understood as a matter of physical appearance but is
deeply embedded in normative structures that guide moral conduct, communal life, and spiritual beliefs. This study examines the normative concept of beauty in the Efik world- view, exploring how it transcends surface-level attractiveness to embody values of harmony, balance, character, and cultural identity. Thus, beauty in this context serves as a cultural language that integrates aesthetics with morality and social order. The approach adopted in this study is descriptive and prescriptive method in unveiling western and the Africa (Efik) conceptions of beauty. Beauty in Efik thought is often measured against ideals of decency, discipline, hospitality, respect, and social responsibility. For instance, bodily beauty is celebrated through traditional adornment practices, while inner beauty is expressed through virtues such as humility, kindness, and truthfulness. Moreover, beauty is interwoven with spirituality, as the Efik recognize that true beauty resonates with divine order and ancestral values. This research concludes that beauty is not an isolated concept but one that sustains moral order and reinforces social cohesion

This research project explores the moral implications of divorce in contemporary Nigerian society from a Kantian ethical framework. Divorce is a complex and contentious issue in Nigeria, where traditional values often clash with the evolving dynamics of modern life. Immanuel Kant's deontological ethics provide a valuable lens through which to analyze the moral dimensions of divorce, focusing on the principles of duty, autonomy, and universalizability. The study begins by providing a comprehensive overview of the historical, cultural, and legal context of divorce in Nigeria, shedding light on the traditional values that have influenced societal perceptions of divorce. It then delves into Kantian ethics, emphasizing the categorical imperative and the concept of treating individuals as ends in themselves rather than as means to an end. These philosophical foundations are used to critically assess the moral aspects of divorce, including the responsibilities of individuals, the impact on families and communities, and the ethical considerations of divorce.

This work examines how Immanuel Kant’s deontological ethics can contribute to Nigeria’s political development. Using both analytical and evaluative methods, the study
explores Kant’s moral theory, centered on duty, universal moral law, and respect for human dignity, as a useful lens for judging political actions beyond selfish or partisan interests. In Nigeria, politics has often been weakened by corruption, misuse of office, and lack of accountability, which continue to slow down true national progress. Through analysis, the research breaks down Kant’s ethical principles and, by evaluation, applies
them to Nigerian political realities, highlighting how common practices such as electoral malpractice, favoritism, and resource mismanagement cannot be defended as universal principles and therefore fail the test of moral duty. The study argues that if political
leaders and institutions embraced responsibility based on duty rather than personal gain, Nigeria could move toward a system built on justice, fairness, and transparency. Kant’s ethical framework, therefore, offers not only criticism of current political culture but also
a moral guide for meaningful reform.