- Administration
It refers to the governing authority in a nation.
- Social Ills
It refers to the vices or negative practices in society that disturb the smooth process of development.
- Tribalism
This is manifested when members of a tribe feel closer to one another against people of another tribe.
Characteristics of Members of the Same Tribe
- They show solidarity and support their tribal members in times of difficulties. Example: death, illness etc.
- They belong to the same tribal groups and associations.
- They have tribal pride and believe that their tribe is the best.
- They speak the same language.
Causes of Tribalism
- Political Expectations: Politicians encourage tribal sentiments among their tribe men for their selfish interest.
- Greed: Leaders in Africa have always given undue social and economic advantages to their tribe men.
- Geographical Situations: This is a cause in that, they consider themselves nearness to national resources or center of power and as such have that privilege to discriminate.
Consequences of Tribalism
- Conflicts and wars
- Appointment of unqualified persons because he/she is of your tribe.
- Tribalism obstructs the love of one’s nation.
- During elections, people vote only for their tribes men rather than voting the best candidate.
