A young man from Nigeria, known as Maazi Ogbonnaya Okoro II, has succeeded in translating the physicist textbook in Igbo, and has launched the first ever Igbo Physics Textbook for public purchases. He took to his official Facebook page to announce that “The first ever Physics textbook rendered in Nigerian language (Igbo) is OUT!!!!”
He narrated the reason behind this adventure and shared that he feared Igbo language will go extinct. In his words “Over the years, I have read so many threats facing the Igbo and how it will go extinct. This motivated me to embark on this project that seemed unattainable, for science subjects to be taught in Igbo. I started from Physics. I said I would do it, and I DID IT.”
The book is said to promote learning and reading culture amongst the Igbo people such that people who do not have formal education can understand Physics. “This book is designed in a way that one without formal education can understand Physics. It’s needed in all libraries, schools, homes and for individual use.” he added.
He went further to announce that the books are available for purchase and for public use. The book is said is cost Nine Thousand Five Hundred Niara (N9,500.00) only. To get the book directly from him: WhatsApp 07026333066; Email: okoromarkogbonnaya@gmail.com.
