Igbe religion

[citation needed] Dancing is central to Igbe worship sessions, and music is generally native Urhobo songs in place of hymns.

At worship services, Igbe priests are vested in white robes and headgear, administering native chalk to the worshippers for their protection.

The Igbe celebrate the annual Ore Isi feast for twelve days in May, drawing thousands of attendees.

He built a worship house called ogua in his compound, and from there, ministered to the people with native white chalk while also continuing his prophesying.

[16] Ref Joshua Ibodje With the influx of Christianity into Kokori in the 20th century, Igbe was influenced by the presence and works of evangelism.

Another Igbe sect was founded by Chief Ogbevire Ogogo and Akpomudjere Obero, which was infused with some elements of Christianity.

Igbe adherents believe and administer the native white chalk to treat ailments, and this has been viewed as dangerous.