UNDERSTANDING PERSONHOOD IN IGBO PHILOSOPHY: A PRECURSOR FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMEN

Abstract

The degree of development or retrogression in our contemporary society, to a large extent rests on the level of understanding people from diverse socio-cultural background living within a given geographical boundary. Consequently, without proper understanding among people of different socio-cultural backgrounds, peace and development would remain a mirage. The study employs a qualitative research method. In order to justify the study, a descriptive analytic technique was used to examine the variables. In the course of the study, it was discovered that Igbo philosophy consists of some universal elements that accommodates other socio-cultural groups. This is the precursor for national development