AMADI, Elechi2023-12-122023-12-121982978 129 596https://nigeriareposit.nln.gov.ng/handle/20.500.14186/988This book examined various aspects of life among some Nigerian tribes and analyzed their ethical content. There is no claim here to complete coverage of the subject, either in breadth or in-depth, but perhaps enough has been said to give a general picture of Nigerian ethics. Among the facts that stand out is the part played by religion in enforcing ethical precepts. It is doubtful whether religion, imported or native, can continue to play this role, for already it is apparent that fear of the gods is diminishing steadily. A substitute for religion which could have the same emotional appeal will be hard to find. Even humanism is inadequate. Yet something has to be done to support the legal system, for, as is well-known, there would be far more crime if fear of punishment were the only deterrent. Conscience and religion probably constrain criminal behavior at least as much as the fear of punishment.Religion; Secret Societies; Murder, theft, and adultery; Supernatural crimes; Warfare; Slavery; Concepts of goodness; Social discrimination; Sexual discrimination ;Awuf ; Leadership.enBook