The Contributions of Modern Islamic Schools Towards the Growth of Arabic Language: A Case Study of Lokoja, Kogi State

Abstract

Language is an essential mechanism that fills the emptiness of communication gap. Arabic language is undisputable universal and acceptable language in the world given its connection with the fastest growing religion in the world. Therefore, there is no gainsaying the fact that the genesis and evolution of the language in Nigeria and Lokoja in particular has an enormous relationship with the introduction of Islam into the domains. The paper examines the contribution of the modern Islamic Schools to the growth of Arabic Language in Lokoja, as it investigates the diverse pedagogical methods used in disseminating the knowledge. It examines the challenges encountered during the exercise. Findings of this research, states that modern Islamic schools have displayed an enormous role in the growth of Arabic language, facilitating a topnotch learning atmosphere for the beginner of Arabic in the school to develop fast assimilation through the curriculum. It is recommended that, the school should organize a symposium on the important of Arabic language in the religion, society and the lucrative advantages imbibe in it. In addition, Arabic text should be substantiated with transliteration to assist the assimilation and learning process. However, care should be taken not to let that overrule the original Arabic text. In conclusion, the modern Islamic Schools contributed to the Arabic language to the level that you will come across who never precede higher institution to be a good translator.