A look at the degradation of the Igbo language and culture

Abstract

Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba are recognized as Nigeria’s three major languages. However, the Igbo language currently cannot be said to compete with the other two major languages, Hausa and Yoruba because of the degradation noticed in the Igbo language and culture particularly in schools, business sectors and churches. This degradation is attributed to the poor attitude of the Igbo towards their language and culture. This paper highlights the attitude of the Igbo exhibited in schools, business sectors and churches towards their language and culture and makes recommendation on how to overcome the problem.