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Abstract
Peace is one of the highest values of human life. It is the absence of dissension, violence or war and emanates from just human relationships which enhances harmonious living and productivity. The paper in providing an insight into peacebuilding mechanisms among the Ikwerre argues that peacebuilding are provided through the family, ezi-nu-oro, lineage mgbu. age grade nde-ebiri, traditional ruler nye-nwe-eli, council of elders ogbakor-nde-ji-owhor, village council oha, Women group nderinya-eli, as well as the use of the gods and ancestors through oath-taking ori-okara-mini administered in serious cases to ascertain the truth, The study noted that blood covenant mkpekunene among communities and inter-communal marriages were exploited as panaceas for promoting peaceful co-existence. Primary and secondary sources of historical information were utilized. The study recommends the use of Ikwerre peacebuilding mechanisms to foster unity and ensure the sustainable development of the Nigerian State.