The Governor of Ebonyi State Mazi Dave Umahi on Monday performed the traditional Iri-Ji or New Yam Festival celebration of Uburu Community in Ohaozara, L.G.A., Ebonyi State. It was a colourful ceremony, Mazi Dave paid his dues to secular Igbo tradition. Many don’t know that they cam perform their own New Yam Festival. Afterall, New…… Continue reading Dave Umahi Celebrates New Yam Festival (Photos)
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IWAJI THE IGBO EQUIVALENT OF AMERICA’S THANKSGIVING
Every year, the Igbos celebrate the New Yam Festivals in their different towns. This is called Iwaji. The ceremony is also called Iri Ji in some Igbo cultures. Same celebration but slightly different names. Iwaji is part of Igbo culture. As Bishop Paulinus Ezeokafor has noted, any Igbo can celebrate Iwaji, irrespective of their religion.…… Continue reading IWAJI THE IGBO EQUIVALENT OF AMERICA’S THANKSGIVING