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September 27, 2024 | 5:47 PM
The traditional city of Idumuje-Ugboko, in Aniocha North Native Authorities Space (LGA) of Delta State, got here alive once more with vibrant colors, conventional rhythmic sounds and joyful celebrations because the neighborhood marked the much-awaited New Yam Pageant, popularly known as 'Ogbanigbe' named. .' The annual occasion introduced collectively little children of the neighborhood, each at residence and…
The traditional city of Idumuje-Ugboko, in Aniocha North Native Authorities Space (LGA) of Delta State, got here alive once more with vibrant colors, conventional rhythmic sounds and joyful celebrations because the neighborhood marked the much-awaited New Yam Pageant, popularly known as 'Ogbanigbe' named. .'
The annual occasion introduced collectively little children of the neighborhood, each at residence and within the diaspora, as they got here collectively to have fun their much-cherished historical New Yam Pageant tradition.
The long-lasting pageant was hosted by His Royal Majesty, Obi Chukwunomso Justin Nwoko IV, Obi of Idumuje-Ugboko.
The 2024 version proved extra glamorous and higher attended because of the ingenuity of some famend indigenes, together with Engineer Igwe Enuoyibo, who mobilized assets to make sure that some members of the Idumuje-Ugboko Growth Union (IDU) have been transported freed from cost to their native houses.
The Ugboko Kingdom is basically touted as 'the land of glory'.
The pageant, which attracted dignitaries, elders and youths from throughout the neighborhood and different close by communities together with Issele-Uku, was a celebration of the harvest season and blessings of the land. The occasion began on September 18 with a shot from the palace, marking the start of the celebration of the harvest season.
On September 21, there was a grand procession and conventional 'Ina Aka' ceremony, led by the Obi of Idumuje-Ugboko, accompanied by his chiefs, marking the top of the Ogbanigbe.
Idumuje-Ugboko is an agricultural neighborhood in Aniocha North Native Authorities Space and shares boundaries with Ewohimi in Edo State, Onicha-Ugbo, Aniofu neighborhood and Idumuje-Unor, amongst others.
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The New Yam Pageant additionally supplied a chance for brotherhood, strengthening bonds and reaffirming cultural id.
One of many outstanding sons of the city and an eminent civil engineer, Igwe Enuoyibo stated: “This pageant reminds us of our roots and the significance of preserving our traditions. We’re grateful to Almighty God for maintaining us alive in order that we are able to expertise one other harvest season.”
Now that the festivities are over, the indigenous individuals anticipate one other bountiful harvest season subsequent yr.
