Ndigbo in Lagos to Hold 2023 New Yam Festival on September 9

The Ndigbo community in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State has announced that it will hold the 2023 edition of its New Yam Festival on September 9. The festival, known as Iriji, is a significant cultural event for the Igbo people and is celebrated to mark the beginning of the harvest season and give thanks to the gods for a successful yield.

The New Yam Festival serves as a platform for the Ndigbo community to showcase and promote their rich cultural heritage. It is an opportunity for the community to come together, celebrate, and appreciate their sons, daughters, and friends who have made notable achievements and positively impacted the lives of the people.

This year's New Yam Festival in Eti-Osa Local Government Area will have a special focus on empowerment. The festival aims to alleviate economic stress on the indigents, widows, youth, elderly, and needy in the Ohanaeze community. The organizers have planned various empowerment initiatives, including providing them with different tools to enhance their economic situations.

The highlight of the New Yam Festival will be the conferment of chieftaincy titles and awards on deserving individuals who have excelled in their respective fields and have contributed significantly to the development of the community. This recognition is a symbol of honor and appreciation for their achievements and dedication.

The event will take place at the prestigious Royal Gardens Estate in Lekki-Ajah, Lagos State. The choice of venue reflects the Ndigbo community's desire to host the festival in a grand and suitable location. The Royal Gardens Estate provides the perfect ambiance to showcase the cultural heritage of the Igbo people and ensure a memorable experience for everyone in attendance.

The New Yam Festival organizing committee has also opened up opportunities for individuals and organizations to support and be part of the event. Those who wish to contribute can have their photographs and organization names featured in the event brochure. The committee is also accepting congratulatory messages and advertisements for publication in the brochure, further highlighting the community's unity and solidarity.

The Ndigbo community, alongside their sons, daughters, friends, and associates, are eagerly looking forward to the 2023 New Yam Festival. It is a time of joy, cultural pride, and community bonding. The festival not only preserves and promotes the Igbo cultural heritage but also serves as a platform for empowerment and recognition of exemplary individuals.

The New Yam Festival is an important occasion that brings the Ndigbo community together, strengthens their unity, and showcases their contributions to the social and economic fabric of Lagos State. It is an event worth attending for anyone interested in experiencing the vibrancy and diversity of Nigerian culture.

Source of content: OOO News 2023-09-05 News

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