The Omabe Festival is a deeply revered cultural and spiritual event celebrated by the Imufu community in Enugu-Ezike, within the Nsukka region of Enugu State, Nigeria. Held every five years, the festival serves as a ritual of purification, believed to cleanse the community of both physical and spiritual evils.
1 day
Thousands of visitors annually
The Omabe Festival has deep roots in Nigerian culture, dating back centuries. This festival originated as Enugu's way of celebrating important cultural milestones.
Traditionally, the festival was an opportunity for Enugu communities to showcase their rich cultural heritage. Today, it has evolved into a major tourist attraction while maintaining its cultural significance.
The Omabe Festival was declared a national cultural event in 1986 and attracts visitors from around the world.
During the Omabe Festival, visitors can enjoy:
The main events typically take place between 11am and 7pm each day of the festival.
Enugu, Nigeria
September 15, 2025
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English, Enugu dialects
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