Emergency use of Human Parts as Money Rituals for Instant Riches: A Contradiction to Human Dignity and Cultural Fundamental Principles in South West, Nigeria


Authors : Catherine Oluyemo

Volume/Issue : Volume 7 - 2022, Issue 12 - December

Google Scholar : https://bit.ly/3IIfn9N

Scribd : https://bit.ly/3X8fwv5

DOI : https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7525165

The emergency use of human body parts as money rituals for quick fortune violates both cultural and human dignity in Nigeria. It is an impediment to societal growth. The phrase "money ritual" describes a situation in Nigeria where a person is killed and then their body parts are harvested and allegedly used for ritualpurposes.The objectives of the study are to investigate the causes of the hazard in South West,the frequency of emergency use of human parts as money rituals, the public's perception of the use of human parts and money rituals, and the best course of action for eliminating the threat.The study employed a quantitative style of inquiry and questionnaire administration.According to the study, ritual killings consistently occur in the South West against unsuspecting people, girls, children and elderly. Majority of Nigerians believe ritual killing to be real, and not mirage. The menace is considered a serious offense that affected people of all ages. It is recommended that the Nigerian government defend human rights, especially those of victims and a law should be enacted for the purpose.

Keywords : Contradiction, Human dignity, Money Ritual, Human Parts, Cultural Fundamentals.

CALL FOR PAPERS


Paper Submission Last Date
30 - April - 2024

Paper Review Notification
In 1-2 Days

Paper Publishing
In 2-3 Days

Video Explanation for Published paper

Never miss an update from Papermashup

Get notified about the latest tutorials and downloads.

Subscribe by Email

Get alerts directly into your inbox after each post and stay updated.
Subscribe
OR

Subscribe by RSS

Add our RSS to your feedreader to get regular updates from us.
Subscribe