Abang Odok Hosts Cross River Governor at New Yam Festival
Oru Leonard
Renowned philanthropist, property consultant and Principal Partner of Abang Odok and Co., Barrister Abang Odok, hosted the Governor of Cross River State, Prince Otu, at his country home in Ikom during the New Yam Festival on Saturday, September 5, 2026.
The gathering brought together the distinguished guests and members of the community to celebrate the cultural significance of the New Yam Festival, an important traditional occasion that promotes unity, heritage and communal bonds.
Barrister Abang Odok’s hosting of the Governor at the celebration further highlighted the importance of preserving indigenous traditions while fostering stronger relationships between community leaders and the state government.
The New Yam Festival is widely celebrated across communities in Cross River State and other parts of Nigeria as a period of thanksgiving, cultural expression and appreciation for the harvest.
The visit to Ikom provided an opportunity for the Governor and his host to share in the festivities and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the people.
