Okiroro (Okere) celebration is for the adoration of the ancestors of Okere. During this period propitiation is made to all fore-fathers and mothers. The highlight of the festival is the appearance of the “Okere Juju” (masquerade) in a fairly large number from the sites of the shrine and they proceed to the heart of Okere…

Edju-Uvwie festival serves the role of protection to the indigenes of Uvwie and also brings progress. It has the capacity to regulate peoples behaviour and unites them.ad priest, great merriment and funfair. TownEffurun, Ekpan LGA PeriodMarch (Annual) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the celebration…

Awankere festival is celebrated to usher in peace and plenty. The first stage is ritualistic while the second stage is a show of masquerades which is open to public. TownWarri LGAWarri South PeriodJune/July Annual Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the celebration (annual) of the…

Kabowei Seigbein is celebrated to purge the town of evil, worship ancestors and pay homage to deified gods and heroes. It is an occasion for family re-unions and receiving the blessings of the ancestors. TownPatani LGAPatani PeriodApril (Annual) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the…

Owhoru festival is to ensure good yield of crops and livestock. Owhoru was originally the personal shrine of an Uwvie herbalist. It’s home is located in Effurun River. The climax of the festival is the appearance of Owhoru amidst erotic behaviour, talks and songs. TownEffurun Ekpan LGAUvwie PeriodJuly – Oct (Annual) Other festivals in Delta…

Igbu is celebrated to purify the land and protect it from outside attack as well as appease their ancestral gods. Mainly warriors of the town take part. TownEgini LGAUdu PeriodAny agreed time (Annual) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the celebration (annual) of the new…

Epha festival is celebrated for the initiation of women into womanhood. The entire community participates. TownOtor-Udu LGAUdu PeriodJune/Sept (Annual) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the celebration (annual) of the new yam festival. War songs and dances feature prominently during this period, the elders pay…

Igboze festival is celebrated to commemorate Igboze the son ofighogho e years) of Benin. Chieftaincy titles are conferred on deserving citizens. There are traditional dances and exchange of gifts TownOlomu LGAUghelli South PeriodNovember every 5yrs Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the celebration (annual) of…

Ogba-Urhie is celebrated to mark the circumcision of matured girls. The festival is celebrated with great jubilation, dances and merry making. TownOtu-jeremi LGAUghelli South PeriodJuly (Annual) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the celebration (annual) of the new yam festival. War songs and dances feature…

Erose-Efe is celebrated to re-anact the old tradition of a warrior people. Each clan is led by Ochu (warrior) to the Erose shrine to receive blessing. This is followed by war dances. TownOrugun LGAUghelli North PeriodApril (Annual) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the celebration…