Tag: Igue festival
Excitement as Oba of Benin leads ‘Ugie Emobo’ rite to ward off evil
The ancient rite symbolises the defeat of the Benin giant, Prince Idubor, popularly known as Aruan.
Oba of Benin disowns planned Igue festival in Lagos
He advised the public not to be misled by any group claiming to promote Benin culture without consulting the Palace…
Igue Festival: Oba of Benin places ban on burial rites
The annual festival is scheduled to commenced on Tuesday (Ekioba) 19 December 2023 with Ugierhoba (indoors) Ceremony.