By Ighomuaye Lucky. O
The traditional ruler of Ewatto community in Esan South East Local Government Area of Edo State, HRH Onojie Zaiki Osagie Ikhumhen I, has called for the sustenance of tradition and custom of the people, saying it is what binds every society together.
He made the call while marking this year’s Ukpe-Ebakor festival in the community.
HRH Ikhumhe I said Ukpe-Ebakor which means a celebration of the harvests for the year is an annual festival observed every year in Ewatto.
Ikhumhe I, while thanking the people of the community for upholding the aged long tradition and custom of the land, said it is meant to usher in peace, progress and abundant blessings upon the land.
The traditional ruler enjoined the people of the community not to allow the custom and tradition to die but should do everything in their power to sustain it because it is the way of life of the people.
The traditional ruler also commended parents for the way and manner they have been able to team up to give their children education noting that such is possible because both parents have been able to put their resources together for such purpose.
Speaking also, Hon. Joe Ikpea, thanked the traditional ruler for keeping the tradition and custom of the land noting that, some communities have lost their traditions due to modernization.
He also commended the people of the community for supporting the traditional institution in preserving the custom and tradition of the land.
For Mr. Emmanuel Tamihu, from Benue but resident in the community, he commended the peace and tranquility that existed in the community, stressing that he wished he was born in the community.
He commended the traditional ruler for his love and care for all the non natives in the community.
Newstracktoday reports that the 18 communities in Ewatto led by their various chiefs danced joyfully in thanks to present their various harvests and other gift items before the King
Different traditional dance groups including the popular Igbabonelimin and hosts of others added glamour to the event.
