Drama as a Source of Job Creation in Nigeria: An Example of Emmy Unuja Idegu’s the Legendary Inikpi

Abstract

There are potentials that abound in Nigeria which are yet to be explored and tapped. Dramatic presentation project using talented youths is an example of these. This paper seeks to discover that jobless youths should be recruited and trained by government agencies and interested companies to dramatise myths, legends, or folktales and other dramatic works as well as government programmes at various locations in the country. Such presentations will attract a large audience. It will provide jobs for youths, enlighten the people, and generate revenue for the government. Furthermore, it will reduce criminal activities as the number of unemployed youths will reduce.

DOI: 10.5901/ajis.2015.v4n3p79