A Nigerian man identified as Emmanuel Ikechukwu Umeonyiroha has become the first Igbo Language lecturer at the Oxford University, UK.
The translations Director cum Oxford Scholar took to the micro blogging platform, Twitter to make the announcement Thursday where he promised to make the language and culture known to the world.
Ikechukwu added that the feat was possible because of the James Currey Society, which was founded by Nigerian writer, filmmaker and publisher, Onyeka Nwelue.
The Society offers writers the chance to participate in both academic and performative workshops held by leading publishers and authors focused on making the works of James Currey known globally.
Sharing photos from his appointment, Emmanuel Ikechukwu wrote; “It is official that I am the first official Igbo Language lecturer at the number one university in the world, the University of Oxford. Our induction happened today by Marion Sadoux, Head of Modern Language Programmes, University of Oxford Language Centre.
“This became possible in account of the James Currey Society. This is the first time Igbo language will be taught at the university. History has been made.
“I am so happy and grateful for this opportunity. I promise to make the Igbo language and culture known to the world”
