MORAL DECADENCE IN EMEKA NWABUEZE'S A PARLIAMENT OF VULTURES AND FEMI OSOFISAN'S ONCE UPON FOUR ROBBERS

Parliament of vultures and Femi Osofisan's Once Upon Four Robbers criticis the widespread moral decline and Political dishonesty that affect Nigerian Society, today. Both plays examine the intricate relationship between leaders and citizens. They explore the harmful effects of dishonest leadership and the roles individual inadvertently play in societal decline. By examining actions and motivations of the characters in these plays, this study aims to provide a deeper understanding of the factors that contribute to moral decline and the potential for societal renewal. The primary data for this study comprises of Emeka Nwabueze's Parliament of Vultures and Femi Osofisan's Once Upon Four Robbers the plays are Suitable for data collection because they provide insight on the corrupting influence of power, the roles of individuals in supporting corrupt system and the need for a just and equitable society. This study adopts a qualitative analysis. The qualitative approach rich interpretation and analysis on both plays The process of textual analysis Involves a close examination of both plays to uncovers hidden meanings, and to deepen our understanding of the plays and their significance.