The Utugwang community in Obudu Local Government Area came alive on September 7th 2025, with the celebration of the maiden edition of the Umung Cultural Day Festival, a colorful event that showcased tradition, unity, and community spirit.
This maiden edition focused on education and youth empowerment, thanks to the intervention of Dr. Godwin Agbor, Director of Omega Agbor Clinic and Maternity Ltd, Chairman of the Obudu Health and Anti-Quackery Committee, and a former APC aspirant for the Cross River State House of Assembly.
As part of the festival highlights, Dr. Agbor awarded bursary to 70 students from Obudu, Bekwarra, and Obanliku Federal Constituency, describing the gesture as his way of supporting the ongoing strides of Governor Sen. (Apostle) Bassey Edet Otu in improving education and infrastructure across the state.
The day also featured a novelty football match between Utugwang Central and Utugwang South Ward, which ended 1–0 in favor of Utugwang Central. Dr. Agbor donated ₦50,000 to the winning team and ₦20,000 to the runners-up, encouraging sportsmanship and youth engagement.
Other activities included cultural dances, a new yam harvest competition, cooking contests, and the unveiling of the Utugwang Cultural Attire by the clan heads of Okworogung and Nkirira communities.
Although Hon. Chief Dr. Emmanuel Ironbar, Chief of Staff to the Governor, could not attend to receive a scheduled Chieftaincy title, organizers assured he would get it at a later date.
Speaking after the event, community leaders praised Dr. Agbor’s consistency in supporting educational initiatives, cultural preservation, and healthcare delivery. His active role in the festival, they noted, reflects a leadership style rooted in service and a commitment to the future of Obudu and the wider Cross River North region.
The 2025 Umung Cultural Day Festival did not only celebrated tradition but also highlighted the growing role of leaders like Dr. Agbor in blending culture with development for the benefit of the people.