Question on: JAMB Government - 2003
In the Pre-colonial Igbo society,the maintenance of peace and order was,the function of the
A
assembly of ezes
B
clan elders
C
age-grades
D
assembly of title holders
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Correct Option: C
In the Pre-colonial Igbo society,the maintenance of peace and order was,the function of the age-grades. Their duties were as follows:
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Defence of their communities against external aggression.
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They performed police duties in maintaining and enforcing law and order.
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They checked wrong use of powers by paramount chiefs and council of elders.
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They helped in the execution of policies and decisions made in the community.
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