Igue Festival

The Igue Festival is a traditional celebration observed by the Benin people, primarily in Nigeria, honoring the annual festival of their spiritual and cultural heritage. It marks the beginning of a new year and is dedicated to Igue, the festival deity representing fertility, prosperity, and ancestral reverence. The festival involves elaborate rituals, parades, dances, and ceremonies led by the Oba (king). Participants pay homage, seek blessings, and reaffirm cultural identity. It serves as a unifying occasion that preserves history, promotes communal values, and celebrates the rich cultural legacy of the Benin Kingdom.