The Umueri Community displayed the rich cultural heritage of Ndi Igbo during second “Iwa ji ceremony’’ Igwe Benneth Emeka of its traditional ruler.

The royal father spoke of the place of yam as the `king of the crops’. “There is need for the promotion of the positive culture of the Igbos like celebrating the new yam; and dropping the negative cultures that are not good to the conscience and ethical values.’’

Vera Okonkwo, special adviser to the governor on Chieftaincy and Community Affairs, commended Igwe Emeka on the celebration of the new yam.

Okonkwo urged that the positive cultures of the Igbo be promoted, and enjoined the youths, especially girls to shun negative tendencies as indecent dressing and other vices.

Anambra State Controller of Immigration, Mrs Miriam Audu, felicitated with Igwe Emeka and emphasised the imperatives of promoting good cultural values.

– Aug. 31, 2018 @ 18:05 GMT |