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English Communication Fluency Not Determinant of Being Intelligent-Singer Charles Onyeabor

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Last updated: March 8, 2025 2:16 pm
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Nigerian musician and cultural advocate Charles Onyeabor has sparked a thought-provoking discussion of his opinion on the significance of indigenous languages in Africa.

He challenges the common belief that proficiency in English is a measure of intelligence, stressing the importance of Africans embracing their native languages as an essential part of their cultural identity.

In his statement, Onyeabor criticized the societal bias that prioritizes English fluency over cultural heritage, urging Africans to take pride in their linguistic roots.

Onyeabor stated: “Perfect English is not a mark of intelligence; it’s a mark of linguistic ability. We Africans were programmed to believe that the more you speak better English, it then means you are intelligent.

“I know a lot of flawless English-speaking guys and girls who are not as smart as a goat sef. You should be ashamed of yourself if you are Igbo, Hausa, Yoruba, or any other tribe, and you are unable to speak your native languages fluently but would rather speak another country’s language.”

He further underscored the importance of valuing indigenous languages, stating: “Don’t get me wrong; it’s good to speak other languages, but don’t make it look like your native language isn’t worth anything. It’s your identity. Go to France; they do not give a damn about English or any other language. Even Italians don’t care about any other language but theirs.”

Onyeabor also highlighted the irony in how Africans perceive language proficiency, pointing out that while foreigners are praised for attempting to speak local languages, Africans are often ridiculed for not speaking English perfectly.

“But in Nigeria, you will hear people say things like, ‘He/she can’t even speak good English,’ which is a way to insult people. I think it should be the other way round; people should start saying things like, ‘You can’t even speak your language,’ and not insult or abuse anyone who can’t speak another person’s language.”

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