HON. BULODISIYE NDIWARI GRACES OKOLODE AYA BURU FI (NEW YAM FESTIVAL) UGE 2025 IN IKIBIRI COMMUNITY

HON. BULODISIYE NDIWARI GRACES OKOLODE AYA BURU FI (NEW YAM FESTIVAL) UGE 2025 IN IKIBIRI COMMUNITY In a vibrant display of culture and unity, the Chairman of Yenagoa Local Government Council, Hon. Bulodisiye Ndiwari, on June 14th, 2025, joined the proud people of Ikibiri Community in Ekpetiama Kingdom to celebrate the revered Okolode AYA BURU FI (New Yam Festival) UGE 2025. The New Yam Festival, deeply rooted in the traditions of the Ekpetiama people, is more than a celebration of harvest — it is a powerful symbol of gratitude, peace, and communal strength. With traditional dances, music, and the ceremonial sharing of the new yam harvest, the festival brought together natives and visitors from near and far, highlighting the enduring unity and cultural pride of the community. Speaking at the event, Hon. Ndiwari commended the people of Ikibiri and the entire Ekpetiama Kingdom for upholding their rich cultural heritage. He emphasized the importance of tradition in fostering peace, identity, and continuity, and reaffirmed the council’s unwavering commitment to supporting cultural initiatives across all communities in Yenagoa LGA. As the festival came alive with the rhythmic beats of drums and the aroma of freshly harvested yam, it stood as a vibrant reminder of the strength in tradition and the unity it inspires among the people.