About the Journal

Sober Search: Journal of Philosophy

Sober Search is a peer-reviewed academic journal committed to fostering rigorous philosophical discourse, with a particular emphasis on African perspectives within global philosophical debates. Published by the Department of Philosophy, University of Abuja, the journal serves as a platform for scholars engaging in diverse and innovative philosophical inquiries. It welcomes contributions from all areas of philosophy while encouraging original and critical engagements that amplify African intellectual traditions within the broader philosophical landscape.

The journal is driven by a mission to reinvigorate philosophical scholarship by bridging theoretical exploration with practical applications. Recognising the historical oversight of philosophy’s role in addressing real-world challenges—particularly within the humanities in Nigeria and Africa—Sober Search seeks to highlight the discipline’s relevance in interdisciplinary research and societal transformation. By publishing high-quality, original contributions, the journal aims to elevate African philosophical thought within global academic conversations.

Sober Search publishes articles that:

• Advance philosophical knowledge while addressing contemporary academic and societal issues.
• Balance theoretical depth with practical applicability.
• Engage with rigorous philosophical methodologies and traditions.

The journal upholds the highest academic standards, requiring clarity, coherence, and strict adherence to scholarly conventions. It invites scholars, researchers, and philosophers to contribute to an ongoing dialogue that shapes the evolution of philosophy in Africa and beyond.