THE EFFECT OF RITUAL FAST MONEY MAKING (OKITE) PRACTICE ON IGBO SOCIETY VIS-À-VIS 1 TIMOTHY 6:10 IN ANAMBRA STATE

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THE EFFECT OF RITUAL FAST MONEY MAKING (OKITE) PRACTICE ON IGBO SOCIETY VIS-À-VIS 1 TIMOTHY 6:10 IN ANAMBRA STATE

Authors

Okoh Michael1, Albert Ulutorti Green2, Nganwuchu, Geoffrey Chiazo3, Umeokoli, Paul Okechukwu4 & Okeke, Ebuka Ability5

 

Keywords

Ritual Fast Money Making (Okite), Igbo Society, 1 Timothy 6:10, Anambra State

ABSTRACT

With a focus on Anambra State, this article explores the emergence of Okite, or ritual rapid money earning, in Igbo society. It places Okite in the context of historical change, media influence, and inequality and sets it apart from earlier communal rites that aimed for prosperity for the wellbeing of all. It does this by combining social scientific analysis with a theological interpretation of 1 Timothy 6:10. The study, which is informed by the theories of moral decay and social disarray, views Okite as a sign of institutional failure and value degradation that is exacerbated by social media, poverty, unemployment, and peer pressure. It charts common modalities such as occult groups, the employment of charms, potions, and mystical ceremonies, as well as rituals involving human sacrifice and blood. Fragmented families and a decline in public trust, an increase in violent crime, a distortion of legitimate markets that penalize honest activity, dread in the business environment, and psychological problems like guilt, paranoia, and anxiety are just a few of the documented repercussions. The biblical teaching on patient labor and stewardship provides an alternative ethic, whereas 1 Timothy 6:10 theologically characterizes the love of money as a corrupting passion that diverts people from spiritual integrity. The state, civic, religious, and traditional sectors are all affected by policy and practice. Stronger investigation and prosecution, focused public awareness campaigns, and youth-centered financial, entrepreneurial, and skills initiatives are suggested remedies. Religious organizations ought to improve deliverance care, counseling, moral instruction, and discipleship. With the support of penalties and oath-based accountability, traditional leaders should restate the Igbo principles of integrity, group responsibility, and respect for life. The study comes to the conclusion that stopping Okite necessitates a comprehensive plan that links rebuilding with cultural roots, legal deterrent, and economic opportunities.

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