Things Fall Apart

Why does Okonkwo dress to go with the men who are taking Ikemefuna instead of staying removed from the business as he is told?

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Okonkwo is afraid of looking weak. If he stays behind, it might represent his inability to overcome his personal relationship with Ikemefuna and fulfill the Oracle's death wish.