Exploring 5 reasons tribal marks has gone into extinction

Tribal marks, which were once a common practice among various ethnic groups in Nigeria and other African countries, are gradually going into extinction due to several factos’:

Modernization and exposure to Western culture: The adoption of modern cultural practices, such as ink tattoo drawing and male body piercing, has led to a shift in preferences among younger generations, who now view tribal marks as an ancient and barbaric tradition.

Economic factors: People sometimes feel that having tribal marks can hinder their chances of job opportunities or relationships due to the stigma associated with them.

As a result, parents may avoid giving their children tribal marks to prevent them from facing the same emotional setbacks.

Religious factors: The majority of people in modern societies practice modern religions, which often abhor traditional beliefs

This has led to a decline in the practice of tribal marks and tattoos among the younger generation.

Safety concerns: If tribal marks are to continue, they should be done in a sterilized environment like a theater with sterilized instruments to avoid infections and other health risks

1This may contribute to the decline of the practice as people become more aware of the potential health risks.

Changing social norms: As society evolves, the significance of tribal marks as a form of identification and status may decrease.

Fbs shift in social norms has led to a decline in the practice of tribal marks among younger generations.

Despite these factors, some people still believe that tribal marks should be preserved as a form of cultural heritage.

However, the trend of tribal marks and tattoos is generally on the verge of extinction due to the factors mentioned above.