“Oku Aza Mmuo” by Ebube Izuogu and his Traditional Music Troupe of Arondizuogu is a captivating album released to commemorate the prestigious Ikeji festival of 2024. The Ikeji festival holds significant cultural and historical importance among the Igbo people of Arondizuogu in Imo state, Nigeria. It is an annual four-day celebration held between March and April to mark the harvest of new yams and to showcase the rich Igbo culture.

With deep roots dating back five centuries, the Ikeji festival serves as a unifying force for the Igbo race, drawing people from across the globe to partake in the festivities. It is a time of vibrant masquerades, traditional music, and religious practices that honor the Igbo heritage.

“Oku Aza Mmuo” pays homage to this rich cultural tradition while also serving as a tribute to Ebube Izuogu’s late father, Pericomo Okoye. Through the soul-stirring melodies and rhythmic beats of the album, listeners are transported to the heart of the Ikeji festival, where the spirit of the Igbo people shines brightly. As Ebube Izuogu and his Traditional Music Troupe of Arondizuogu showcase their musical prowess, they invite audiences to join in the celebration of Igbo culture and heritage.