THE IMPACT OF CHRISTIANITY ON THE CULTURE OF ABOCHO PEOPLE IN DEKINA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA

This research explores The Impact of Christianity on the Culture of Abocho People in DekinaLocal Government Area of Kogi State, with a focus on how the introduction and spread of Cristian beliefs have influenced traditional practices, values, and social life in the community. The study traces the arrival of Christianity in Abocho, the methods used by early missionaries, ard the response of the local people to the new faith. It examines the areas of cultural changebrought about by Christianity, such as language use, marriage customs, festivals, moral values, dressing, and the role of traditional religion. Using both oral interviews and written sources, theresearch uncovers how Christianity has contributed to the transformation of the Abochopeople's worldview, challenging some traditional beliefs while also blending with certaincultural epressions. The study also investigates the tension between Christianity and indigenous practices, and how the people have managed the balance between their faith and cultural identity. The findings reveal that while Christianity has brought positive moral and social changes, it hasalso led to the decline of some cultural traditions. The research concludes that Christianity continues to shape the culture of Abocho, creating a dynamic relationship between faithandtradition in the community.