Tiv religion and beliefs

[5] The oldest male who is known for his honesty and integrity can communicate with Aondo especially when there is flood, drought or poor farm yield (whatever kind of natural disaster experienced).

[6] Spirits and ancestors do not interfere with the forces that manipulate health, wealth, harmony, animals and crop fertility and the natural states of things.

[7] see also : N.K.S.T Roman Catholic Diocese of Makurdi The Tiv belief system has evolved a lot.

[9] Is a complex cosmic potency that is internalized in an individual and forms or integrates to be part of his personality.

Some writers call mbatsav witches while others don't totally agree because they state that the aim of tsav is for the good of the community but some individuals use it for selfish motives.

[12] Highly skilled mbatsav meet at night to regulate the use of cosmic and social forces for the benefit of the family, clan, tribe etc.

[14] When any misfortune(like disease) befalls an individual, witchdoctors or diviners are consulted to determine the exact akombo that is in effect in other to neutralize it and also remove the malice(ibo) that activated it before any medical treatment works.

[15] Applicable on human health, life, property, wealth, personal gains/loss, farm yield.