The traditional ruler of Agulu in Anocha council area of Anambra state, Dr I.E. Obodoakor, has expressed gratitude to God for His blessings on the people of Agulu especially their farmers
Igwe Obodoakor stated this during the celebration of this year’s new yam festival at his palace in Agulu.
The traditional ruler pointed out that this year’s celebration would not be as elaborate as it used to be due to COVID 19 pandemic.
He also told the people that the disease is real and that they should ensure they observe government approved protocols.
In an interview, a member of the Igwe’s cabinet, the onowu of Agulu, Sir Paulinus Aniagbaoso, also cautioned the people about the pandemic.
Also, the President General of Agulu, Chief Andrew Anene Orakwelu, noted that igwe celebrated this year’s new yam festival on a low key and further advised ndi to always wash them hands, wear facemask and maintain social distancing in line with government rules to check the spread of the pandemic.
In his closing remark, Igwe Obodoakor thanked everyone who graced the occasion, while praying that next year’s new yam festival would be greater.
The occasion drew persons from Ndi ichie ukwu group, Ndi ichie ogbe, Ndi ichie akamwe, the igwe in council and his cabinet members.
Highlights of the new yam festival were eating of yam with oil mixed with Ukpaka, and presentation of gifts to the traditional ruler by members of his cabinet and ndi ichie to show their happiness on the occasion.
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