In this foundational conversation, Prof. Casmir Chukwunonyelum Kingsley Ani (University of Nigeria, Nsukka) explores the moral values that shaped Igbo greatness and how ethics, family honor, and truth (eziokwu) remain central to leadership in Igboland. This discussion introduces the philosophical roots that continue in Part 2 on ethical leadership.
Let his views awaken a renewed commitment to cultural values among Ndigbo so that we lead with character, serve with humility, and build our future on integrity.
00:00 - Introduction
04:45 - Karl Marx gave workers a voice to speak to Authority
07:11 - Ndigbo nwere ife fa n'asopuru
10:49 - Masquerades should come bereft of any criminal attachment
12:55 - UNESCO on inclusive way of life for people
14:54 - Categories of masquerade in Igboland
16:06 - Kedu ife eji kpoo anyi Ndigbo?
17:56 - Ethics doesn't grow on trees
21:20 - Globe Ethics, meaning and application
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GUEST ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND CONSENT
Ndigbo Viva appreciates Prof. Casimir Ani for honoring our invitation and sharing valuable insights, reflections and knowledge that have enriched our mission to advance Igbo civilization. This video titled “Learn The Moral Values Of Igbo Greatness” is the first part of the full interview recorded on 12th August 2025,
This video was made with the informed consent of Prof. Casimir Ani in line with YouTube Policies. All views expressed in the video remain those of Prof. Casmir Ani and do not represent the editorial position of Ndigbo Viva Channel.
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INTRO MUSIC SOURCE
Title: “Guts Before Glory” by Naem Sparta (RetroSynth Records, 17 Jul 2025): musicbrainz.org/recording/31f4d30d-31eb-4e84-8ac8-59aaf818783e
IMAGE SOURCES
Ethics Tree by: NDI IGBO VIVA Channel
AI-generated on October 2025 by Meta AI Image Generator
Title: Karl Marx (1875)
By: John Jabez Edwin Mayall, hand-coloured by Olga Shirnina
Original Source Link: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Karl_Marx,_1875.jpg
Source: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0) Originally photographed in 1875; uploaded to Wikimedia Commons on 11 May 2008
Title: Neasa refused to sign the offer
Original Source Link: https://mg.co.za/article/2014-07-31-neasa-lock-out-to-continue-despite-threats/ Source: Mail & Guardian (mg.co.za) of 31 July 2014
Title: Neasa lock-out to continue ‘despite threats’
By: Staff / Sapa / Staff Reporter
Original Source Link: https://mg.co.za/article/2014-07-31-neasa-lock-out-to-continue-despite-threats/ Source: Mail & Guardian. Published: 31 July 2014
Title: “The gods now pay tax: Ori Okpa Nsukka is officially registered with the State Gov”
Original Source Link: https://www.facebook.com/veronica.okolo/posts/the-gods-now-pay-tax-ori-okpa-nsukka-is-officially-registered-with-the-state-gov/8965187440253113/ Facebook — Veronica Okolo
Title: “Tanzania reflects on 26 years without …”
Original Source Link: https://www.therespondents.co.tz/2025/10/tanzania-reflects-on-26-years-without.html. Source: The Respondent (therespondents.co.tz) Published: October 3, 2025
BOOKS AND ARTICLES
Integral Development, Ethics, Governance, and Human Rights in the African Context
Author: Prof. Monsignor Obiora F. Ike
Major Contributor / Editor:Prof. Casmir C.K. Ani 2016
VIDEO SOURCE
Title: A Nurse Beaten by an Oriokpa Masquerade
By: @harrison_gwamnishu
Original Source Link: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C6dd-fENMlP/
Source: Instagram Published: May 2, 2024 .
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