The Igbo community in the diaspora expresses heartfelt commendation to His Excellency, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, Governor of Imo State, for his visionary leadership in reviving the historic Ahịajọkụ Festival and its accompanying annual lecture series. This cherished cultural festival, which has long served as a beacon of Igbo identity, intellectual discourse, and cultural preservation, is now regaining its rightful place, thanks to the Governor’s unwavering commitment to promoting and celebrating Igbo heritage......Read The Full Article>>.....Read The Full Article>>
The decision to bring back the Ahịajọkụ Festival scheduled to take place this November has sparked a wave of excitement and anticipation among Ndigbo globally. For many years, this festival has not only been a platform to showcase the rich cultural and intellectual legacy of the Igbo people but also a forum where common concerns, aspirations, and the collective progress of the Igbo nation are discussed and charted.
Governor Uzodimma’s revival of this great tradition could not have come at a more crucial time, when many of us, in the diaspora and back home, have been seeking avenues to reconnect with our roots, promote unity, and address the challenges confronting the Igbo people. His Excellency has demonstrated a profound understanding of the need to strengthen Igbo values, culture, and unity, positioning Ahịajọkụ once again as a powerful platform for reflection, engagement, and nation-building.
We, Ndigbo in the diaspora, are deeply encouraged by this bold and laudable initiative, and hereby pledge our full support and active participation in this year’s Ahịajọkụ Festival. We recognize that this event goes beyond mere celebration; it is a reaffirmation of our shared values and heritage. As sons and daughters of Ala Igbo, spread across various countries, we are committed to ensuring that this festival serves as a rallying point for deeper dialogue, cultural reawakening, and forging stronger bonds between Igbo communities both at home and abroad.
It is indeed heartwarming that Governor Uzodimma has provided this unique forum where pertinent issues affecting the Igbo race, such as economic development, cultural preservation, unity, and education, can be dissected and solutions proffered. We are confident that this year’s festival will not only be a monumental cultural event but also a transformative experience for all participants.
We, therefore, call on all well-meaning Igbo individuals, organizations, and stakeholders to rally around this initiative. Whether you reside in Nigeria or across the globe, this is our moment to come together, embrace our identity, and contribute meaningfully to the conversations that will shape the future of Ala Igbo.
As we look forward to the upcoming Ahịajọkụ Festival in November, we once again thank His Excellency, Governor Hope Uzodimma, for his dedication to the preservation of Igbo culture and for giving us this opportunity to reflect on our collective journey as a people. We are eager to join hands with our brothers and sisters in making this event a resounding success.
