The 11th edition of the Oloduwa Cultural Day Celebration has begun in Opuama Town in Egbema Kingdom, Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State, drawing guests, cultural enthusiasts and community members from far and near.
The two-day festival, holding Friday, December 12, and Saturday, December 13, opened with vibrant traditional displays that celebrated the identity and heritage of the Egbema people.
Attendees were treated to colourful processions, age-grade performances, drumming, dancing, and other cultural presentations that highlighted the depth of Ijaw tradition.
Since its inception more than a decade ago, Oloduwa Cultural Day has grown into one of Egbema Kingdom’s most symbolic annual gatherings, promoting unity, cultural preservation and inter-community bonding.
This year’s celebration continues that legacy, featuring activities such as a novelty football match, ceremonial speeches and community interactions designed to strengthen peace and shared values.
Organisers say the event remains a platform for reconnecting younger generations with their roots, while fostering solidarity among Egbema indigenes at home and in the diaspora.
As the celebration unfolds, community leaders are expected to use the occasion to emphasise the importance of harmony, cultural pride and collective development across the kingdom.
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