Igbo Party VS Yoruba Party

Below is a post about how 2 of the biggest tribes in Nigeria get down when they want to party.


1. Igbo

This tribe occupies the southeast part of Nigeria and is know for its industrous nature. They have a huge share in most retail/wholesale markets across the country. Since all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, this people believe throwing a little party here and there would be a great way to relieve stress. The only problem about their party is the scarcity of food. You'll have to know somebody who knows somebody that knows somebody related to the caterers at the event before you can be considered for a plate. Even at that, you are still not certain of having your belly filled, cos a gift for the celebrant will be required from you before you are served a meal. If you eventually get served, the meal will look and taste awful, nothing close to the amount you spent on gift for the celebrant. I once attended an igbo party where every elderly person at the event was feeling pompous; the MC made matters worse by singing high praises of each individual just so they could empty their pockets out of ego. It's mostly
about who's more notable than others, so everyone puts up a persona. A good show of their culture is put on display as they scream igbo kwenu from time to time while breaking kola nuts. One thing I like about an igbo party is the presence of pretty babes who are mostly fair in complexion. Drinks at such party are usually displayed in excess, but people hardly touch them cos drinks don't go well on empty stomach. A friend once told me that the idea is to starve guest at the party so that they don't bother about touching the drinks. That way, the celebrant can return the drinks to the store where he got them from and get his money back. In a nutshell, an igbo party is a money making affair for the celebrant. When next you get invited to one, make sure you eat well at home before setting off.


2. Yoruba

Before you attend a Yoruba party, make sure you empty you stomach and go with a polythene bag. Nigerians sometimes wonder if the only thing this tribe knows how to do is party. From elaborate weddings to birthdays, burial ceremonies and promotion celebration, this people always look for an opportunity to merry. One awesome feature is the attire for the event- everyone wears a particular fabric which blends with the theme colour of the event which can be seen in the hall's decoration. The food served at their events is always awesome, almost never tasted before and in varieties. You might have to use both hands to grab one of the pieces of meat in your plate before you can have a bite of it. Drinks are also surplus. They believe every guest deserves the best of treatment cos it is not easy to abandon your schedule just to honour their invitation. For this reason, they make food surplus so that you can even take home to your family and dogs. This tribe has given the word party a new name- OWAMBE. It is a common thing to see invited guests spraying money on the celebrant while dancing to music from a live band at an owambe.

#NOTE: The above write up is inspired by actual events, eye witness reports and personal encounters. You can drop a comment below if you feel otherwise about the write up.

Written by Adewole Segun


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