The Politics of Practical skills and Igbo cultural Heritage in the 21st Century: A Public Policy Approach

Abstract

The study investigates whether the indigenous people of Igbo have been able to retain their practical skills and in the 21st century where globalization has eroded many cultures. The study adopts the survey research design. Data for the study are collected through closed ended questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS package. Chi-square (X2) was used to test the hypothesis. The results of the study reveal that there is strong link between practical skills and the preservation of Igbo cultural heritage. The paper recommends the reintroduction of handwork (practical skills) in schools in Nigeria's South-East zone in order to reawaken people's consciousness.