The article explores how heritage is preserved in Igbo villages in Nigeria, looking at the clash between traditional and global conservation methods. It found that there are conflicts over knowledge and power, with different approaches to conservation. The Igbo community sees heritage as a living entity that goes through cycles of birth, life, death, and rebirth, which influences their conservation practices. The study suggests using an "in-use" conservation approach to care for heritage within the community, aligning with the ethical needs of the present time and potentially helping to address issues like climate change.