The Moje festival of the Ekakpamre people in Ughelli South local government area of Delta State which showcases the rich cultural heritage of the people is celebrated every year in the month of September and it is characterized by the splashing of mud water on each other’s body.
The President of Ekakpamre community, Mr Jacob Abitor who led indigenes of the community to dance and celebrate the festival under the rain disclosed that the festival was handed over to them by their forefathers to celebrate their victory over a strong man from a nebouring community who usually comes to behead and kill indigenes of the community in ancient days.
Mr Abitor who maintained that they will continue to preserve the cultural identity of the Ekakpamre people called on genuine investors to take advantage of the peaceful disposition of indigenes of the community and invest in the oil rich Ekakpamre community.
The president of Ekakpamre community who stated that the Moje festival also create opportunity for bonding amongst indegenes of the community however called on the youths of the community to shun every criminal tendency and channel their energy into positive ventures in order to take the community to the desired height.
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The traditional head of Ekakpamre community, Chief Bertola Ejenavwo revealed that the festival which is devored of fetish practice is an avenue for them to appreciate the God of the land for victory, protection and preservation.
Also in an interview, a prominent leader in the community, Chief Matthew Ofioguma, Chief Peter Udoro, Chief Glory Dimoko disclosed that the heavy rain on the day of the festival after many years of no rain is a pure indication that the prayers of the community have been accepted by God.
Top Urhobo traditional musicians including the popular Egbeku Kenaru and Koyo performed during the Ekakpamre festival to add colour to it.
