MENTIFACTS

Kokori is cradle for the Igbereligion which began in 1858; founded by Ubiecha of Egbo Street in Kokori. Although it had no written constitution like the Decalogue of ancient Israel , it was able to mould Kokori society into one worthy of stay. The Igbe religion spread to many destinations beyond Kokoriand the Urhobo nation at large. In fact, based on its monotheistic vocation and puritan practices, it gained international platform - a congregation was established in London for the adherents in that destination. As regards her festivals, three festivals rear their terrific heads - Egba, Orerode and Ibi festivals respectively. The Egba festival celebrates the Egbafetish; the Orerode festival celebrates the ancestors of the Kokori people while the Ibi festival commemorates the gun fires that were fired against the invaders who threatened their sovereignty. The Egba and Orerode festivals are celebrated annually while the Ibi festival is celebratedonce in a century.