Every June, an ancient spirit comes to play—not to harm, but to awaken culture, challenge the youth, and shut down the streets of Unyeada in a fearless celebration of tradition. In the deep creeks of Rivers State, inside the ancient Unyeada Kingdom, there's a spiritual play that shakes the land every year — Ebgelebge. It’s not your regular masquerade parade. This one carries blood, culture, and ancestral spirits. And every time it moves, Unyeada stands still. But do you know where it all began? They say the founding spirit behind Ebgelebge was a woman named Aye-Igbo, from the legendary Iyoba compound in Unyeada Kingdom. She wasn't just a regular fisherwoman. During one of her fishing trips to the creek, something spiritual happened — she encountered a divine presence, and from that moment, Ebgelebge was born. What she brought back wasn’t just a masquerade... it was an identity. Every year — from June 21st to 23rd — the Ebgelebge Festival returns. For three full days, the peopl...

When Heritage Speaks Louder Than Trends In a time when many Nigerian youths are quick to chase foreign trends and often neglect their roots, a moment at Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic’s 2025 Cultural Day became impossible to ignore. A group of young women from the Okrika ethnic group in Rivers State stepped onto the stage and reminded everyone that true heritage isn’t simply worn as clothing or decoration — it is lived, breathed, and embodied in every movement and gesture. Their performance radiated grace, strength, and a profound sense of responsibility toward ancestors. It was not merely dance or costume; it was a declaration, a message that culture speaks even when the world misunderstands it, and that it commands respect regardless of modern assumptions. The Okrika people, a sub-group of the Ijaw ethnic group in the Niger Delta, have a culture shaped by rivers, waterways, and the natural rhythms of their environment. Being historically riverine dwellers, their traditions and lifestyles ...

  A  NUAS Turns Ordinary Campus Event into Historic Cultural Showcase The 2025 Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic Cultural Day was meant to celebrate the diversity of Nigeria, showcasing colorful attire, rhythmic dances, and vibrant music from multiple tribes. Students, lecturers, and guests gathered on campus, expecting the usual fanfare, food stalls, and choreographed routines. Yet, when the National Union of Andoni Students (NUAS) took the stage, the entire energy shifted. It wasn’t just a performance. It was a declaration, a bold statement that culture still matters, that heritage is not to be forgotten, and that pride in one’s roots can command attention in ways flashy social media trends cannot. From the moment they entered, NUAS made it clear that they did not come to merely participate; they came to lead, to represent, and to educate. Their presence was magnetic. Sea-themed fabrics blended with warrior-style regalia, beads and accessories highlighted ancestral symbolism, and th...

  Unyeada to the World: The Spirit of a Kingdom That Refuses to Fade From the heart of the Niger Delta, right by the flowing waters of Rivers State, comes a story that needs no exaggeration. A story soaked in culture, pride, power, and legacy. That place is Unyeada — a kingdom that doesn't just exist; it commands attention. This isn't just about history or tradition. This is about a people who understand their identity, wear it boldly, and live it daily. Unyeada is not just another community in the Niger Delta. This is the heartbeat of the Obolo Nation — a place where culture speaks louder than politics, and unity is not a slogan but a lifestyle. Growing up hearing about Unyeada was one thing, but stepping into that reality? It hits different. The stories, the people, the energy — it's unmatched. You can't talk Niger Delta and skip Unyeada. It's like telling a story with the main character missing. Where Culture and Water Collide Unyeada people didn’t just wake up a...