The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, says the Benin Kingdom will commence the eating of new yams after a palace ceremony on Sept. 30.
This is contained in a statement by Frank Irabor, Secretary, Benin Traditional Council, on Monday.
According to the statement, the indoor ceremony is to usher in the new yam (Emorho) into the Palace.
“Following the ceremony, all sons and daughters of the Benin Kingdom, as well as indigenes and non-indigenes living in Edo who participated in the two-week fasting and prayer exercise, can eat the new yam,” the Palace said.
The Oba’s announcement comes after the conclusion of a two-week fasting/prayers period, which was declared for peace, progress, and to usher in the new yams.
Source : Agency Report
