(a) State four significance of contentment in the Nigerian society. (b) Mention three negative effects...

Explanation

(a) Significance of contentment in the Nigerian society;

i. It discourages embezzlement/siphoning/misappropriation of funds

ii. It discourages corrupt practices/fraudulent activities

iii. It reduces the feeling of inferiority complex/promotes self confidence.

iv. It engenders peace and development in the society

v. It leads to self-reliance and respect for others

vi. It eliminates envy and jealousy in the society

vii. It reduces conflicts among individuals and groups in the society.

viii. It promotes dignity of labour/hard work/service orientation

ix. It promotes human dignity

x. It discourages crimes in the society

(b) Negative effects of lack of contentment

i. It breeds corrupt practice/ fraudulent activities such as cyber crime, advance free fraud/419.

ii. It leads to greed and avarice.

iii. It results in jealousy/dishonesty/wickedness

iv. It promotes crimes such as robbery/piracy/kidnappings, hostage taking.

v. It leads to disunity/conflicts

vi. It leads to false living/materialism

vii. It breeds anarchy/total breakdown of law and order

viii. It retards national development

ix. It leads to unhealthy rivalry/competition