Igede Agba is a significant cultural festival celebrated by the Igede people of Oju and Obi Local Government Areas. Held annually in September, the festival marks the New Yam celebration, signifying gratitude for a bountiful harvest. Key aspects of the festival include:
• Thanksgiving Ceremonies: The community offers thanks to the deities and ancestors for a successful farming season.
• Cultural Dances and Music: Traditional dance troupes perform, accompanied by indigenous music that resonates with the community’s heritage.
• Feasting: Yams, being the centerpiece of the festival, are prepared in various traditional dishes and shared among community members and visitors.
Igede Agba fosters unity among the Igede people and serves as an avenue to preserve and promote their cultural heritage.