An Appraisal of Cultism as a Contemporary Social Vice in Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria

Abstract

This study examined cultism as one of the contemporary social vices in tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The concept of cultism and its brief historical background and original objectives were considered in this paper. It also discussed the characteristics and different types of cultism in Nigerian tertiary institutions. The causes and effects of sectarianism and some strategies to curb sectarian activities on campus were outlined, such as education on discipline and moral values by parents, avoidance of bad company by students and others. The paper suggested that the government should introduce the death penalty that religious leaders should preach and realign their values, and that campus publication such as newsletters, journals and magazines should be encouraged to publish to expose cult activities.