THE COURAGE TO SEE BEYOND CRISIS: THE IGBO “IBUTE IKE” MANTRA AS OPPOSED TO “IGBA MBO”

Acquisition of wealth is an important aspect of the socio-economic and cultural life of the Igbos. In traditional Igbo society, wealth making is associated with efforts and values. Put still, it is the product of human effort embellished with values. That the Igbo society attaches great importance to wealth acquisition is indicated in the honor,