2024 leboku international new yam festival in Ugep Cross River State Nigeria

Описание: Title: Leboku Festival in Ugep | New Yam Celebration of the Yakurr People, Cross River State

Description:

Welcome to the Leboku Festival, the grand New Yam celebration of the Yakurr people in Ugep, Cross River State, Nigeria. Known as one of the most colorful and prestigious cultural festivals in Southern Nigeria, Leboku is a time of thanksgiving, unity, and rich cultural display.

Held annually in August, this ancient tradition celebrates the yam harvest with music, dance, traditional rites, beauty pageants (Miss Leboku), wrestling matches, and performances by cultural troupes. The festival also honors the Obol Lopon of Ugep and promotes peace and development in the land.

Witness the vibrant costumes, energetic drumming, and heartfelt community spirit that make Leboku a true symbol of Yakurr heritage and Nigerian cultural pride!

📍 Location: Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area, Cross River State
📅 Highlight: New Yam Feast, Traditional Dances, Royal Processions, Miss Leboku Pageant, Cultural Entertainment

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