Olu, Olori of Warri Present Itsekiri Bible to Bible Museum in Washington D.C.
In a historic and cultural milestone, the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III and the Olori of Warri Kingdom, have presented the Itsekiri Bible to the Bible Museum in Washington, D.C.
The remarkable event signifies a deep connection between the Itsekiri people’s rich heritage and their Christian faith.
The Itsekiri Bible, a translation of the Holy Scriptures in the native language of the Itsekiri people of Nigeria’s Niger Delta, is described as a testament to the commitment to preserving and promoting indigenous languages while spreading the message of Christianity.
The presentation is part of a larger effort to share Nigeria’s diverse cultural heritage with the world and foster greater understanding and appreciation of its people.
The Bible Museum, renowned for its global collection of religious texts, now houses the Itsekiri Bible as an artifact of relevance, symbolizing the deep faith and cultural identity of the Itsekiri people.
The Olu and Olori of Warri expressed their hope that the gesture would inspire more efforts towards cultural preservation and foster unity through shared religious heritage.
