“That which you know is on your palm; that which you don’t know stands on your head”
« Ce que vous savez est sur votre paume ; ce que vous ne savez pas se dresse sur votre tête. »
— CECTRRA Epistemic Motto / Devise Épistémique du CECTRRAOur mission defines our purpose.
Our vision inspires our future.
The Centre for Critical Thinking and Resourceful Research in Africa (CECTRRA) was born out of the desire to close the gap between creative thinking and gullible theories that pervade the African society. It is based at Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria.
To provide a scholarly platform for a more devoted attention to a critical thinking culture that will lead to deeper knowledge of the African social self and to allow same to influence emergent thinkers, scholars, and theoreticians from Africa.
To redirect the cause of knowledge production and consumption in and beyond Africa through rigorous research, teaching, publications, conferences, seminars, consultancy, and academic advocacy.
Official charter objectives defined by the Centre for Critical Thinking and Resourceful Research in Africa in English and French.
We believe that ideas have the power to transform societies. Our commitment is to nurture thinkers, produce knowledge, and influence policies that secure a just, informed and prosperous Africa.
OUR HISTORY & JOURNEY →Promoting rigorous inquiry and open-minded engagement with ideas.
Transforming knowledge into practical solutions for African advancement.
Upholding honesty, fairness and responsibility in all our scholarly work.
Building an intellectual community that values diverse voices and perspectives across linguistic divides.
Working with universities, research institutes and scholars across Africa and globally.
Ensuring that our research creates lasting, positive value for African institutions.
CECTRRA stands for a future where critical thinking, ethical scholarship and African-centred knowledge shape policies, transform institutions and inspire generations.