Evbare Akugbe
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Evbare Akugbe by Ezomo John O — Lyrics
About Evbare Akugbe
"Evbare Akugbe," which translates to "Food of Unity" in the Edo language, is a reverent Catholic Communion hymn. Composed by Ezomo John with lyrics by Izevki Omorogie, the piece was notably performed by the St. Albert Choir at UNIBEN during the 2015 Archbishop Gold Cup singing competition.
The song is structured with a dynamic call-and-response between the cantors and the full choir. In the chorus, the voices unite to invite the congregation to approach God in the Holy Sacrament ("Sakramenti no huaren") and partake in the Eucharist.
For Nigerian choirs singing in Edo, this hymn provides a steady, rhythmic procession for the Communion rite. The verses reflect on themes of human unworthiness, divine grace, and the heavenly food that brings eternal life, making it a deeply spiritual choice for the Eucharistic banquet.