Modernization and the Marriage Institution in Post Modern Igbo Society: Issues and Realities.

Abstract

Before modernization- in pre-literary Igbo nation, the traditional marriage institution had so much value attached to it that made it sacred among the people. The modern marriage institution conflicted in a number of ways with the traditional system. This researcher is interested in identifying the impact the modern marriage concept has on the traditional marriage ordinances. The researcher used mixed approaches in his research methodology, the historical, as well as the content analysis research methods. Sources of research data included: the library, internet and interviews. The reference style is the Modern Language Association (MLA) 7th edition