An Igbo linguist has begun translating a physics textbook into the Igbo language.
The man, Maazi Ogbonnaya Okoro, stated on Twitter that the work would be completed in 2024.
He stated that once he finished translating physics into Igbo, he would start working on chemistry and biology.
He wrote:
“By 2024, I should be done translating Physics textbook into the Igbo Language. Once I am done with Physics, I will go over to Chemistry, Biology and other STEM subjects.”
In a separate post made in 2021, the scholar said he had done other major works in the Igbo language.
His words:
“Now I have over 25 published books in Igbo and total of 58 published and unpublished manuscripts in Igbo Language. Translated the BBC guidelines in Igbo before the launching of BBC Igbo Service; translated Igbo for the UNESCO.”
@mr_nize_ said:
“While it is good to do these translations, I am wondering how we can make it useable in our schools. We have Igbo bible and many Igbo people either don’t know how to read or find it difficult and uninteresting. How can we make sure your efforts are not wasted?”
@Ejikemuwa1 said:
“This is highly commendable brother. We need to go back to our roots. The Chinese are taught in their language. So, ours shouldn’t be different.”
@_Victorsmog said:
“This is awesome. Physics will be easier to learn.”