Integrating Philosophy, Religion, and Theology into SDG Progress in Africa: Faith, Critical Thinking, and Strategic Action in Dialogue

Author : By Ikechukwu Anthony Kanu, Timothy Dokpesi Adidi, Michael Paul Pilani, Michael Sunday Sasa and Peter Bakwaph (eds.)

This volume explores how Africa’s philosophical traditions, religious heritage, and theological insights can contribute to progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals. Drawing on discussions from the 2026 Veritas University Abuja Conference, its interdisciplinary contributions connect ideas and values with urgent development challenges, including poverty, inequality, environmental sustainability, governance, education, and social cohesion. The contributors invite readers to see development as more than a technical or policy challenge: it is a human endeavour grounded in dignity, justice, solidarity, and care for the environment. They show how philosophical inquiry can question assumptions and imagine new possibilities, while faith traditions can inspire ethical reflection and collective action. Case studies and theoretical frameworks reveal practical ways that faith-based organisations and culturally grounded approaches can shape community initiatives and policy. Bringing scholars, practitioners, religious leaders, and policymakers into conversation, this book offers fresh perspectives on linking knowledge with practice and belief with action. It is a resource for all seeking inclusive, meaningful, and sustainable futures for Africa.

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Ikechukwu Anthony Kanu, PhD, is Professor of African Philosophy and Religious Traditions at Veritas University Abuja, where he serves as Provost of the College of Postgraduate Studies. He holds doctoral degrees in African Philosophy and Religion and Human Relations. His publications include A Study in African Socio-political Philosophy (London, 2018), Disciplines in African Philosophy (London, 2018), Philosophy of Religion (London, 2018), Igwebuike: An African Complementary Philosophical Framework (London, 2022), Themes in Igwebuike Philosophy and Theology (London, 2022), and Igwebuike Philosophy and Complementary Relations (London, 2022).

 

Timothy Dokpesi Adidi, PhD, is a Senior Scholar at Veritas University Abuja and Coordinating Head of the Department of Philosophy. His work applies philosophical thought to contemporary issues in Nigeria and across Africa, including governance, elections, religious conflict, children’s rights, and artificial intelligence. Drawing on thinkers such as Aristotle, Kant, Socrates, and Plato, he examines philosophy’s contribution to ethical decision-making, social justice, peacebuilding, and responses to public challenges.

 

Michael Paul Pilani, PhD, is a biblical theologian and lecturer in the Department of Theology at Veritas University Abuja, where he also serves as Director of Quality Assurance. He is a visiting lecturer at the Institute for Consecrated Life in Africa and Good Shepherd Major Seminary, Kaduna, and a member of the Catholic Biblical Association of Nigeria. His research focuses on biblical interpretation and theology, with particular attention to environmental stewardship, Christian peacebuilding, and Mary’s role in salvation history.

 

Michael Sunday Sasa, PhD, is Professor of Philosophy at Veritas University Abuja, where he serves as Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Dean of the Pontifical Faculty of Philosophy. His scholarly work includes research on the philosophy of science and Thomas Kuhn. He earned his doctorate in philosophy from the Pontifical Urban University in Rome.

 

Peter Bakwaph, PhD, is Associate Professor of Education at Veritas University Abuja, Nigeria, and Dean of the Faculty of Education. His research interests include teaching and learning, professional development, curriculum development, and philosophy of education.

 

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