Nwifuru, Umahi Grace Ohanivo New Yam Festival In Ebonyi

The Executive Governor of Ebonyi State, Rt. Hon. Builder Prince Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, has joined the people of Ohanivo to celebrate the 2026 New Yam Festival, in a colourful display of culture, tradition and communal unity.

Governor Nwifuru, who arrived at Ohanivo alongside the Minister of Works, Sen. Engr. David Nweze Umahi, CON, received a warm welcome from sons and daughters of the community, traditional rulers, government officials, stakeholders and cultural enthusiasts who turned out in large numbers for the celebration.

The presence of the Governor and the Minister added colour and significance to the annual cultural festival, which provides an opportunity for the people to celebrate the harvest season, honour their cultural heritage and strengthen bonds of unity within the community.

The gathering was marked by excitement and jubilation as the people of Ohanivo welcomed the Governor and other dignitaries to the festival, showcasing the rich cultural traditions of the community.

The event also highlighted the administration's emphasis on cultural preservation, communal cohesion and the promotion of Ebonyi's diverse cultural heritage.

The 2026 Ohanivo New Yam Festival therefore served not only as a celebration of the new harvest but also as a gathering that brought together political leaders, traditional institutions and the people in an atmosphere of peace and cultural pride.

The event was described by organisers as a successful and colourful celebration of the people's heritage.

By Ebere Ania Adaolaedo

Special Assistant to the Governor on MediaI .