The Concept Of Ikwunne In Igbo Cosmology The Example Of Abatete In Idemili North Local Government Area Of Anambra State

📄 Project Abstract

This study examines the concepts of "Ikwunne" (material home) in Igbo cosmology with particular reference to Abatete in Idemili North Local Government Area, Anambra State, "Ikwunne" as a form of kinship relationship found in Igbo cosmology, has been cherished and adored in Igbo land from antiquity. The study adopted qualitative research method or approach, while using survey research design which was constructed in such a way that the respondents were interviewed and their responses documented. The objectives of the study are as follows: (i) Maternal home relationship exists in Abatete, (ii) there are privileges accorded to grandsons and daughters by family/village members of their maternal homes, both social, financial and material, (iii) some changes have taken place in the system which can be attributed to western civilization and colonialism. The research therefore concludes that "Ikwunne tradition" is one of the spectacular traditions in Igboland and a symbol of the bonds of love,...