The Adigbe Annual Fishing Festival is a historic event celebrated in the Ossiama Kingdom. With origins tracing back over three centuries, this festival is deeply rooted in the community’s history and traditions. Key aspects include:
• Historical Significance: The festival commemorates the creation of the Adigbe fishing lake, believed to have been formed accidentally by a woman named Sumun and her seven daughters in the 16th century.
• Cultural Activities: The event features traditional fishing methods, music, dance, and storytelling, preserving the community’s heritage.
• Community Engagement: It serves as a unifying event, bringing together indigenes and visitors to celebrate and honor the community’s ancestral legacy.
Despite modern influences, the festival remains a cornerstone of cultural identity for the Ossiama people.