Cultural Day 2024: College of Education Mosogar Celebrates Unity in Diversity.

 

By Ovie Bethel & Ghams Ekure 

Earlier today, the 16th of October 2024, students of the College of Education, Mosogar, gathered outside the Indoor Sports Hall to celebrate their annual Cultural Day, a highlight of Student Week. The event showcased Nigeria’s diverse ethnic cultures, with students proudly displaying their heritage through traditional attire, dances, and foods. Leading their respective groups was Mr. Enoch Ukomutotoho for the Isoko, Comr. Augustine Iyuke Emobosa (the Eni the 5th) for Urhobo, Mr. Temisa Imenerafor for the Itsekiri, Mr. Ebizimor Abayomi for the Ijaw. Mr. Abiodun Amechi led the Igbo, Mr. Amusa Goodnews the Edo, Mr. Olowoniyi Oluwaseun Michael the Yoruba, and Comr. Ovie Solomon for the Okpe.

The celebration wasn’t just about cultural display; it stood as a symbol of unity in diversity. Students from different backgrounds came together, recognizing and honoring each other’s cultures. The event fostered mutual respect and understanding, showcasing how different ethnic groups can coexist peacefully and thrive within one community. Such cultural exchanges are essential, particularly in a nation as diverse as Nigeria, where understanding one another’s roots helps to bridge divides and promote peace.

Ultimately, the day highlighted the shared values that unite the students, despite their different traditions. By embracing their differences, they strengthened the spirit of togetherness within the institution, reinforcing the idea that Nigeria’s diversity is a source of strength, not division. Through events like this, the College of Education, Mosogar, continues to serve as a microcosm of the nation’s larger push for unity in diversity.

In attendance are ; HRM. Sunday Odogu Okpurhe, Uduaka 1,Ovie of Mosogar Kingdom who was represented by Chief Glory Efemini and Chief Omonigho Ojokor for the Urhobo Students,while the lovely Royal Father was also represented by Chief Endy Omene and Chief Ezekiel Aghwe for the Izon Students,Chief Engr. Joseph Omene (Former President General, Urhobo Progress Union),Sen(Chief) Dr. Ighoyota Amori represented by Chief Hon. Solomon Obareki (Former Chairman PDP, Ethiope West L.G.A) and Chief Enor Edekpo (Chairman PDP, Mosogar Ward 1),Chief Solomon Oturu,Pastor Efe Omene,Mr. Egbedi Omamugho (a.k.a Eni1), Bishop David Kogba,Dr. Henry Onoriode,Dr. Ejaigu Augustine,Mr. Vincent,Mr. John Omoluwa and many others.