IMPACT OF CULTISM ON EDUCATION: A STUDY OF SOME SELECTED PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENT IN IKA NORTH-EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF DELTA STATE
Abstract
This study examined the impact of cultism on education among public secondary school students in Ika North-East Local Government Area of Delta State, Nigeria. The research focused on how cultism affects academic performance, promotes examination malpractice, and contributes to bullying. A combination of descriptive and inferential statistical methods, including regression analysis, was used to analyze data collected from students. Findings revealed that cultism significantly hampers academic performance, with affected students showing low concentration and poor achievement. It also promotes exam malpractice through intimidation and dishonesty. Additionally, cultism contributes to bullying, including physical assault and extortion. These effects collectively disrupt learning and threaten student well-being. The study concludes that cultism severely undermines educational outcomes. It recommends stronger interventions and preventive strategies in schools.
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