Nchaka festival: Where humans commune with spirits
The Ukela Ukwu 1 of Igburu, His Royal Highness, Ambassador Bright Abali, told Daily Trust that although Ogba Kingdom had been influenced by social values, behaviours, laws, traditions and modern life, the people had maintained their identity and retained many of their traditions and customs. He said Ogba people were known for elaborate greetings, praise names and titles, which he said made them very prominent in any gathering. Abali noted that Ogba land is also known for cultural celebrations, which are staged to show gratitude to God for fertility, cleansing and protection, and to mark the...
Source: dailytrust.com