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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:

CORE

The world's largest aggregator of open access research.

Crossref

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.