The study examined the indigenous approaches to peacebuilding and conflict resolution in Ijibor. It was observed that the methods were so unique and productive in maintaining peace and effective in conflict resolution. Using the content analysis method of analysis, and drawing evidence from primary and secondary sources the discovered that in terms of their features, these methods were similar to what was obtaining in Western societies, but differs in term of effectiveness and potency as object of divinity and reverence were attached to them by the people. However, colonialism and post-colonial states institutions were notable events and forces which overwhelmingly affected these indigenous approaches to peacebuilding and conflict resolution in Ijibor. The colonialists came with the colonial agenda and introduced western methods of conflict resolution. This was craftily done by subjugating the hitherto existing method of peacebuilding and conflict resolution which they met on arrival in Ijibor. The indigenous methods of peacebuilding and conflict resolution in Ijibor was closely observed, controlled and relegated to the background for purposes of governing all aspects and affairs of the Ijibor people, advertising the colonial pattern of conflict resolution and demonstrating the craft of colonial imperialism.