Culture Should Not Cost Human Lives

Uchechi Okporie Uchechi Okporie Sep 27, 2026 3 min read
Culture Should Not Cost Human Lives

Uchechukwu has called for a rethink of cultural practices that, in her view, have lost their value or could put human lives at risk. Speaking to Next Africa Daily at about 5 a.m. today, she said culture should never become an excuse for taking the life of another person.

She questioned practices that expose people to danger simply because they are being observed in the name of tradition.

According to her, Africa must be willing to examine its cultural practices and change those that are harmful to society. She stressed that while culture remains an important part of African identity, traditions should not be protected at the expense of human life.

“We are all living in a global world where culture needs to change and grow,” she said. Uchechukwu urged Africans to preserve the positive parts of their heritage while letting go of practices that no longer serve the people or could cause serious harm.

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