Yesterday, the second day of His Majesty Ogiamẹ Atuwatsé III’s 4th Coronation Anniversary week, the Palace hosted an exciting Itsẹkiri Language Competition for children, celebrating the beauty of our culture and heritage.

The young participants thrilled the audience with storytelling, recitations, and spoken word in the Itsẹkiri tongue, proudly showcasing the richness of our traditions. Winners of the competition were honored with great prizes, encouraging them to continue preserving and promoting our language.

Children competing in Itsẹkiri Language Competition

The event stood as a joyful reminder that the future of the Itsẹkiri Nation rests in the hands of its youth, whose voices will carry forward the legacy of our people.

Young contestant performing in Itsẹkiri
Audience applauding the contestants
Children receiving prizes
Cultural display during the competition
Group photo of participants and elders

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