The rich culture of the people of Gbaramatu Kingdom, Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State was on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 showcased to the whole world when the monarch of the Kingdom, His Imperial Majesty, Oboro-Gbaraun II, and High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, showcased the rich culture of the people of Gbaramatu Kingdom during the celebrated Amaseikumor Festival on April 17, 2024. The festival served as a platform to exhibit the traditional heritage, customs, and values of the community to a global audience.
The Amaseikumor Festival, hosted by the monarch and the prominent chief, attracted distinguished guests and dignitaries, including the “cream-de-la-cream,” who gathered to witness and partake in the cultural extravaganza. This event not only highlighted the cultural diversity and vibrancy of the Gbaramatu people but also promoted unity, heritage preservation, and community pride.
Such cultural showcases play a crucial role in preserving and promoting indigenous traditions, fostering social cohesion, and boosting tourism and local economy. By celebrating and sharing their cultural heritage with the world, communities like Gbaramatu Kingdom can enhance mutual understanding, appreciation, and respect for their unique identity and history.
The Amaseikumor Festival serves as a testament to the richness and beauty of the cultural tapestry of Delta State, showcasing the resilience and creativity of its people through traditional festivities and ceremonies. It is through such events that the legacy and essence of a community’s heritage are kept alive and passed down to future generations.
Speaking with newsmen, the third-term Member of the House of Representatives in the 10th National Assembly said, “Our culture is dying, and it’s time for us to revive it.”
He promised that the House of representatives are ready to be part of the Amaseikumor Festival from time to time while appreciating High Chief (Dr.) Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo for ensuring that the festival is celebrated annually.
According to him, “We are believers in the culture of Nigeria, from the North to the South, from East to the West, and as like minds of the House of Representatives, we fine it worthy to come and support our colleagues, Hon. Thomas Ereyitomi and Rt. Hon. Julius Pondi, who are neighbours of this Federal Constituency to celebrate this Amaseikumor festival in Oporoza, Gbaramatu Kingdom of Delta State today.
“We want to use this opportunity to speak to Nigerians across the country that our cultural heritage is dying, and it’s time for us to revive it.
“The people’s House, i.e, the House of Representatives are ready to go across the country to support them in celebrating and reviving our cultural heritage.
“I want to use this opportunity to thank the people of Gbaramatu Kingdom, Ijaw Nation, Delta State government, and High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, a.k.a Tompolo, for ensuring that this is yearly and yearly celebrated. We pray for him to have the blessings of God, to continue to sponsor this cultural celebration. And we promise that we will from time to time be part of this celebration.
“As members of the House of Reps, from the North and from the South, we believe that wherever our cultural heritage is celebrated, we’re going to be part of it,” he said
House of Representatives members present includes; Hon Bassey Akiba; Hon Ajilo Umar Shehu; Hon Engr Rodney Ebikebina; Hon Fred Agbedi; Hon Cyril Godwin; Hon Umar Yusuf Yabo; Hon Zakari Duada Nyampa; Hon Terseer Ugbor; Hon. Thomas Ereyitomi and Hon. Benedict Etanabene
