The University of Oxford, England will now begin to teach Igbo language as it has inducted Emmanuel Umeonyirioha as its first Igbo language lecturer.
Umeonyirioha tweeted on Thursday night that it was the first time the language would be taught in the university.
“It is official that I am the first official Igbo Language lecturer at the number one university in the world, the University of Oxford,” he said.
“Our induction happened today by Marion Sadoux, Head of Modern Language Programmes, University of Oxford Language Centre.
“This became possible in account of the James Currey Society. This is the first time Igbo language will be taught at the university. History has been made.”
Umeonyirioha vowed to make the language and culture known to the world.
“I am so happy and grateful for this opportunity. I promise to make the Igbo language and culture known to the world,” he said.
Umeonyirioha’s first class for the subject will be held next Thursday.
Meanwhile, disk jockey DJ Cuppy is currently studying at Oxford University.
