Introduction: The deliberative roots and gender complementarity in Igbo political system.

This article provides an in-depth exploration of the political systems of the Igbo and Okun-Yoruba peoples in Nigeria, focusing on their decentralized and participatory nature. It challenges common misconceptions about the Igbo political organization and highlights the autonomy and independent spirit of Igbo women. The authors also discuss the impact of European colonization on these indigenous systems and argue that African societies, including the Igbo, had societies that valued individual freedoms to a greater extent than Western societies. The research aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the political and gender dynamics of these African communities and their unique entrance into the modern world. [Extracted from the article]