The age grade system, a customary form of government that has been essential to Igbo communities’ growth, peace, and discipline, is being resurrected by the Igbo people.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The age grade system has been an essential component of governance in many Igbo communities, fostering discipline, upholding laws and regulations, and encouraging growth.
But in many communities, its lack or non-recognition has resulted in an increase in rascality and indiscipline. In Anambra State’s Okija, Ihiala Local Government Area, the age grade system is in use and essential to community development.
In a similar vein, the age grade system in Afikpo, Ebonyi State, has been successful in preserving law and order. The age grade system is robust in Obokwe, Imo State, and has proven useful in settling disputes and fostering growth.
The age grade system is important because it helps with social welfare initiatives, dispute resolution, and community development, according to community leaders and stakeholders. They have demanded that the government back the age-grade system in order to alleviate the deficiency and deterioration of rural infrastructure.
