The Igbo cultural association Bremen “committee of friends” end of the year’s party took place yesterday (22nd of November 2014). Igbo people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Africa. In rural Nigeria, Igbo people are mostly craftsmen, farmers and traders. The most important crop is the yam; celebrations are held annually to celebrate its harvesting. Other staple crops include cassava and taro.

The party started around 16.00pm at JuBZ Walle SoFa e.V. Jugend- und Beratungs Zentrum Walle, Bremen with an opening prayer from Rev. Father Nwoko then followed by heart warming opening remark from the President of the association.




The Igbo people in Bremen love celebrating end of the year party together as one big family. They believe its such a great way to create lasting memories which also helps their new members such as the younger ones and newly married wives or husbands in getting to know more about the Igbo culture and tradition.

BREAKING OF COLA NUTS


Another important part of the party was breaking of the cola nuts. Kola nuts are not only known for its origin to many American and European soft-drinks and its chewing by laborers to diminish hunger and fatigue, but even more for its sacred significance in Igboland. Igbo Elder agree that once the 5-centimetre nuts are blessed with incantations, the visitors will feel ensured that they are welcome.




Usually, the oldest man among the host audience is asked to bless the kola nuts. He will take one of the nuts in his right hand and makes a blessing, prayer or toast using a proverb, e.g.

‘Ihe dï mma onye n’achö, ö ga-afü ya.’
‘What ever good he is looking for, he will see it.’

MUSIC


Audio & Music was taken care of by Mr. Ezike a.k.a On’s. Rev. Mrs. Unachukwu a Bremen based gospel musician and entertainer entertained the people with her wonderful music. People can be seen in the these pictures dancing and singing along with her.

Refreshment (eating and drinking), Entertainment for the children and taking of photographs are other activities that made the day a day worth remembering. God bless the Igbo people, God bless Bremen and God bless Nigeria.

Full article and photos coming soon in the #3 edition of Ketekete Magazine (Drops in December 2014)
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