About the Journal

Ibe Journal of Philosophy is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to the advancement of philosophical scholarship within Africa and beyond. Founded by the Department of Philosophy at Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba, Nigeria, the journal provides a vibrant intellectual space for the critical exchange of ideas across diverse philosophical traditions.

Our mission is to promote rigorous, original, and thought-provoking research that explores timeless philosophical questions as well as urgent contemporary issues. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and scholarly integrity, the journal serves as a platform for emerging and established scholars to engage in deep critical analysis, challenge existing paradigms, and contribute to the global philosophical discourse.

Key Features:

  • Fully Open Access: Articles are freely accessible to a worldwide readership, ensuring maximum visibility and academic impact.
  • Dual Format: Available in both print and electronic formats for convenience and global reach.
  • Global Indexing: The journal is indexed in several leading academic databases, including Google Scholar, OpenAIRE, Zenodo, ScienceGate, CrossRef, Web of Science, Academia.edu, and PKP Index.
  • DOI Assignment: Each published article is assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) to enhance discoverability and citation.
  • High Editorial Standards: All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure the publication of high-quality, original research.

Areas of Focus:

The journal welcomes contributions from all areas of philosophy and interdisciplinary studies, including:

  • African Philosophy and Comparative Thought
  • Ethics and Applied Philosophy
  • Logic and Epistemology
  • Political and Legal Philosophy
  • Philosophy of Science and Technology
  • Environmental and Feminist Philosophy
  • Religion, Culture, and Society
  • Metaphysics, Language, and Mind

We also publish critical essays, book reviews, and themed issues that address specific philosophical questions or global challenges.

Our Vision:

To become a leading voice in African and global philosophical scholarship, fostering inclusive and meaningful conversations that transcend cultural and intellectual boundaries.

Announcements

CALL FOR PAPERS

2025-04-17

Ibe Journal of Philosophy
A publication of the Department of Philosophy, Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba
ISSN: 2992-4359 (Online) | 2992-4367 (Print)

The Editorial Board of Ibe Journal of Philosophy invites the submission of original, well-researched scholarly articles for inclusion in its upcoming December 2024 and March 2025 editions.

Ibe Journal of Philosophy is available in both print and electronic formats, and is a fully Open Access journal. With Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) assigned to every article for enhanced visibility, all publications are freely accessible to scholars and readers worldwide.

The journal is indexed in prominent academic databases, including:
Google Scholar, OpenAIRE, Zenodo, ScienceGate, CrossRef, Web of Science, Academia.edu, and PKP, ensuring maximum visibility and recognition within the global academic community.

Submission Guidelines
  • Length: Manuscripts should not exceed 7,000 words, inclusive of references, tables, and figures.
  • Referencing Style: All submissions must follow the Harvard Referencing Style, which is the journal’s official style guide.
Publication Fees
  • A non-refundable vetting fee of ₦5,000 must accompany each submission.
  • Upon acceptance, a publication fee of ₦25,000 will be required.

Payment Details:
Account Name: Bunmi David (Journal Committee Treasurer)
Account Number: 3070256625
Bank: First Bank of Nigeria Plc
Account Type: Savings Account

Submission Deadline

All manuscripts must be submitted on or before 25th March, 2025 to either: toniokpas@yahoo.com
chogwuabdul@gmail.com

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