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The importance of festivals in any society cannot be over emphasized. Literature evidence shows that there has been researches on festivals in some cultures but scholarly attention to he intricacies of Ekpoleki festival remains limited. It is on this premise that this study aims to provide a descriptive account of Ekpoleki festival. The objective of this study is to examine how Ekpoleki festival is performed and also to discuss the rituals involved why performing it. The study adopts a qualitative research design. Data of the study were collected from twenty (20) principal informants (individuals that have knowledge about Ekpoleki festival) and direct interaction in various gathering in Ogheghe community. The oral interview was classified according to age, gender, and educational status. The study adopts the ethnography of communication as its theoretical framework. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive method. The findings of the study reveal that Ekpoleki festival is an event of celebrating customs and traditions. It is observed in their daily activities. This event also form part of their linguistic functions. Furthermore, Ekpoleki festival is performed in five days. The day of sweeping round the market, the masquerade day, the youths day, the storytelling day and the day of performing sacrifices. Finally, this study recommends that educational institutions should include cultural festivals into their curricular to promote cultural preservation and understanding among students, ensuring that traditional practices are maintained and preserved for future generations
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