BO-FI (Come and eat) (iJAW)

"Bo-Fi," subtitled "Come and Eat" on the score, is a reverent Ijaw communion hymn composed by Jude Nnam. It serves as a gentle invitation to the Lord's table, calling the congregation to partake in the Eucharistic feast. The lyrics center on the body of Jesus Christ ("Zesu Kristi buru") and the promise of life ("akpor yerin"), making it a fitting reflection for the moment of receiving the sacrament.

During the Communion procession, this piece helps settle the church into a profound sense of shared prayer. The verses guide the choir through the actions of eating ("bofi") and drinking ("bouo"), matching the physical movement of the faithful stepping forward. Its steady solfa arrangement allows the vocal parts to blend naturally, building a quiet, focused atmosphere in the sanctuary.

Choir directors will appreciate how the melody flows with the natural cadence of the language. The rhythmic phrasing in the refrain, paired with the stacked harmonies, makes it an engaging piece to rehearse and sing. It grounds the liturgy in local expression while maintaining the deep solemnity of the Mass.