Ukwata festival is celebrated to sacrifice to the ancestral gods of the clan. Alive eagle tied to a stool is carried on the head of each of the special “Ukwata” dancers. Other dance groups also participate. Gifts are exchanged. TownAbbi LGANdokwa West PeriodFebruary (annual) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of…

The Okpotu festival is celebrated for peace. Sacrifices are offered to their gods. Female worshippers take active part. The major event is the visit to the traditional ruler, Ase-Igwe. TownAse LGANdokwa East PeriodOctober (biennial) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the celebration (annual) of the…

Oje is celebrated in honour of Ojie and Eushi, gods of blessings. The Oje is a colourfully decorated masquerade that thrills the spectators. The highlight of the festival is Eushi’s dance in a canoe on the lake. TownAboh LGANdokwa East PeriodFebruary Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in…

Abame festival is associated with initiation into manhood. Only those initiated to manhood or who have positions of responsibility in the community participate in the Abame festival. TownIgbide LGAIsoko South PeriodMarch (Every three years) (1999) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the celebration (annual) of…

Owise-Owhe is the god of war believed to protect Owhe people during wars. It is celebrated for peace and child production. This festival is characterised by singing, dancing and eating. TownOruovo LGAIsoko North PeriodApril (every three years) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the celebration…

Eriokpe festival is celebrated to usher in peace and rich harvest. During the period of the festival, the people solicit for protection and blessing. TownOzoro LGAIsoko North PeriodApril (every five years) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the celebration (annual) of the new yam festival.…

Osiezi celebration symbolises a call on all people to come and witness the cultural heritage of Agbor. It is aimed at perpetuating the glory and splendour of Agbor Crown – the great “Dein” monarchy. Owowo and “Izabu” song is sang with reverence. TownAgbor LGAIka South PeriodSept. / Oct. (annual) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis…

Irua-nmo celebration of this festival is aimed at warding off all evil in the land. (annual) Sacrifices are offered to different gods such as god of iron. The highlights of the festival are Owowo dance, flogging and wrestling. TownUmunede LGAIka North East PeriodSept. / Oct (annual) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for…

Igwe Festival is celebrated to honour the adventurous warrior-king and founder of Owa-Kingdom. The highlights of the festival are preparation and construction of masks, mock coffins, playing of mock orale and cleansing of the land known as “Ilu-Ubiri”. TownOwa Kingdom LGAIka North East PeriodFebruary (annual) Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification…

Ore festival is celebrated to honour the gods of harvest and war. The Oghorughoru makes offerings to the war gods. The inotus (warrior group) feature prominently during festival. TownOghara LGAEthiope West PeriodSept /Aug Other festivals in Delta FestivalOgbanigbe DescriptionThis festival is for purification of the land in readiness for the celebration (annual) of the new…