The New Yam Festival of the Igbo people (known as Orureshi in Idoma, or Iwa ji, Iri ji, Ike ji, or Otute depending on dialect) is an annual cultural festival by the Igbo people that is held at the …

Jul 25, 2024 · Yams, often called the “king of crops,” play a pivotal role in Igbo culture. They serve as more than just a dietary staple; they deeply interweave into the social, economic, and …

Nov 28, 2024 · The New Yam Festival, known locally as Iri ji, Iwa ji or Ike ji, holds significant cultural and spiritual importance among the Igbo people. It is a festival dedicated to giving …

Yam is the most prominent crop in the social-cultural life of Ndigbo. Yam is the most staple food of the Igbos, and the importance attributed to yam in Igboland dates back to Igbos religious belief …

Nov 21, 2020 · Iri ji (New yam festival) plays an important role in the lives and culture of the Igbo people. It is a cultural feast and an annual harvest festival by Ndigbo held at the end of the …

Feb 18, 2018 · The Igbo people, one of Nigeria’s largest ethnic groups, gather to celebrate the New Yam Festival, known in their language as Iwa Iji. This significant celebration, deeply …

Feb 1, 2025 · Yam is an essential crop in Igbo culture, often referred to as the “king crop.” It is not just a source of food but also a symbol of wealth, hard work, and prestige. Ndi Igbo have …

May 30, 2023 · The primary agricultural crop and staple meal of the Igbo people, yam — known as jii — doesn’t just represent food or profit, it’s a symbol of the viability of life. To celebrate the …

Aug 25, 2022 · In Igbo land, the New Yam Festival which is called Iri ji, Iwa ji or Ike ji, depending on the dialect is an annual cultural festival by the Igbo people in Nigeria. It is usually …

Home is where the heart is, and for the Igbo people, home is deeply rooted in their cultural heritage. The New Yam Festival, also known as Iri Ji Ohuu, Iwaji, or Ikeji, is a sacred …