About the Journal
Aims and Scope
The Niger Delta Journal of Philosophy & African Values is a peer-reviewed academic publication dedicated to promoting scholarly discourse on philosophical issues and African Values, with particular emphasis on the African experience.
ISSN (Print): 3141-1800 | ISSN (Online): 3141-1800
Published by: Department of Philosophy, Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Frequency: Biannual (two issues per year)
Language: English
Open Access
NDJOP operates under a Gold Open Access model, ensuring that all published research is freely accessible to readers worldwide without subscription fees. Authors are required to pay Article Processing Charges (APCs) to cover publication costs.
- Free access for all readers globally
- APCs required: ₦30,000 (Nigerian) / $100 (Foreign)
- Published under Creative Commons licenses
- Indexed in major academic databases
Learn more about our Open Access Policy and License Terms.
Editorial Board
Prof. Azibalua Onyagholo
Editor-in-Chief
Niger Delta University
Dr. Mark D. Ekperi
Editor
Niger Delta University
Prof. Ebikisei S. Udisi
Board Member
Niger Delta University
Prof. Edward U. Ezedike
Board Member
University of Port Harcourt
Prof. Jack A. Aigbodioh
Board Member
Ambrose Ali University
Prof. Odumayak Okpo
Board Member
University of Uyo
Prof. T. V. Ogan
Editorial Consultant
University of Port Harcourt
Prof. F. I. Minimah
Editorial Consultant
University of Port Harcourt
Prof. Isaac E. Ukpokolo
Editorial Consultant
University of Ibadan
Publication Frequency
The journal is published biannually.
Indexing & Discoverability
NDJOP is indexed in major academic databases and repositories to maximise the reach and visibility of published research:
The world's largest aggregator of open access research.
Member organisation — all articles receive a DOI for permanent citability.
Google Scholar
Articles are discoverable via Google Scholar search.
DOAJ
Application in progress for inclusion in the Directory of Open Access Journals.
Metadata is also available for harvesting via our OAI-PMH endpoint.
Digital Preservation
NDJOP is committed to ensuring the long-term accessibility and preservation of all published research. We implement multiple strategies to safeguard your scholarly contributions:
- Permanent DOIs: All articles assigned persistent identifiers through Crossref
- Multiple Backups: Content backed up across multiple geographic locations
- Institutional Repository: Articles deposited in NDU's institutional repository
- National Archives: Cooperation with Nigerian national library and archives
- Perpetual Access: Content remains accessible even if journal ceases publication
Learn more about our preservation strategies on our Open Access Policy page.