CULTISM

CONTENT

1. The Meaning of Cult and Cultism
2. Activities of Cults
3. The Origin of Cultism
4. Cults and their Signs and Symbols
5. Reasons for Establishing Cults

The Meaning of Cult and Cultism

A cult is a small group of people who have extreme beliefs and ideas which only members have access to. Cultism can therefore be defined as a ritual practice by a group of people whose membership, initiation, policies, and activities are done secretly. Everything about its operation is kept away from the knowledge of non members. The activities of secret cults are carried out at odd hours of the day and are at variance with the accepted norms of society. A member of a secret cult is called a cultist.

Cultism is a major social problem in the Nigerian society. It is practiced in schools and campuses, and even outside school environments. There are different cults in villages, towns and even streets. The activities of various cults have caused a lot of damage to lives and properties in Nigeria.

Cultism cuts across all spectra of society.