EKERESIMESI ELUTEGO

"Ekeresimesi Elutego" is a vibrant and deeply rhythmic Christmas celebration piece by Jude Nnam. The title announces that "Christmas has arrived," and the entire composition radiates the uncontainable joy of the Nativity. It is a staple in Nigerian Catholic parishes during the festive season, often sung when the choir and congregation are in full celebratory mode—perfect for a lively entrance or a jubilant recessional during Christmas Mass.

What makes this piece especially beloved is its iconic vocal percussion section. The choir mimics the sounds of traditional instruments and ringing bells ("Kua mgbiringba," "gbam gbam," "koro koro"), creating a highly rhythmic, polyphonic texture that brings the excitement of the season to life. The verses then recount the scriptural story of Christ’s birth, from the manger and the startled shepherds to the arrival of the three wise men, grounding the festive energy in the mystery of the Incarnation.