| Abstract: |
With the recent occurrences in Nigeria, there is no doubt about the course towards conflict which the nation is taking. This has reduced development rate and increased crime as well as recidivism rates. It is worthy to note that the consequences of language-induce crimes, crises and conflicts cannot be exhausted. The use or misuse of language in any situation can make or mar relationships. It brings about harmony/disharmony, peace/conflict. Language as a means of communication has thus been used to make peace and/or initiate war. Communication, therefore, becomes the basis for good or bad relationship. Counselling thrives within a good communicative environment. It deals with helping people overcome emotional and professional challenges in their lives, from career planning, relationship problems, stress to health issues. The prison situation, which is an already tensed environment, cannot do without counselling services in order to resolve conflicts that could be generated within the prison walls and those that necessitate high recidivism rate. That is why it is expedient for this study to explore the use of language in prison counselling to resolve conflict arising within the prison institution in particular, and Nigeria in general. |
EBONYI JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE
