Male and Female Predicament in Igbo Society as Illustrated in Selected Igbo Works

Abstract

Human beings are often confronted with difficult situations or predicaments that require dealing with so as to continue in life. If these situations are not controlled or solved, they may make life very difficult and unbearable at times leading to catastrophe and or death. This essay ‘Male and female predicament in Igbo society as illustrated in selected Igbo works' examines predicament existing in Igbo society. It aims to ascertain what constitutes predicament and its implications in the Igbo society. The framework hinges on expository method of literary discourse to showcase predicaments abounding in the society in the spheres of culture, politics, economics and in the social perspective. The essay concludes that both males and females are confronted with these predicaments which they may or may not have caused for one reason or the other in whatever sphere. It is advisable to think deeply before proffering solutions to these predicaments when we are confronted with them to avoid making life mistakes and attracting severe consequences.