Abstract
There are potentials that abound in Nigeria which are yet to be explored and tapped. Dramatic presentation project using talented youths is an example of these. This paper seeks to discover that jobless youths should be recruited and trained by government agencies and interested companies to dramatise myths, legends, or folktales and other dramatic works as well as government programmes at various locations in the country. Such presentations will attract a large audience. It will provide jobs for youths, enlighten the people, and generate revenue for the government. Furthermore, it will reduce criminal activities as the number of unemployed youths will reduce. DOI: 10.5901/ajis.2015.v4n3p79
Highlights
Nigeria, as a developing country like other developing nations is facing the problem of creating jobs for its youths
University graduates, Higher National Diploma (HND), National Diploma (ND), and Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) holders are being thrown into the labour market with little or no hope of securing jobs
We believe that with human and material resources, dramatic presentation in public arenas will be a successful venture in Nigeria
Summary
As a developing country like other developing nations is facing the problem of creating jobs for its youths. Through its entertainment function, drama creates jobs for people. This is an opportunity that should be utilized in Nigeria. As observed by Barranger (2002), “As we sit in the audience, we constitute a human community – a collective presence – as we laugh, cry, enjoy, and applaud” This opportunity provided by drama is not utilised in many parts of Nigeria. We believe that with human and material resources, dramatic presentation in public arenas will be a successful venture in Nigeria. It will provide entertainment for the people, generate revenue for the government and individuals involved in the project and provide employment for youths. The drama may be in the native language, Nigerian Pidgin or the English Language
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