EYEN ERONG ABASI

"Eyen Erong Abasi" is a gentle and reverent Efik setting of the Agnus Dei, composed by Jude Nnam. In the Catholic Mass, this piece is sung during the fraction rite, just before the congregation approaches the altar for Communion. The familiar structure of the prayer asks Christ to wash away the sins of the world, carrying a mood of deep humility.

The melody flows with a quiet, pleading sincerity. As the choir repeats the phrase "Tua nnyin mbom," it builds a sense of communal petition and reverence. The final invocation shifts gracefully to "No nnyin emem," bringing a calming resolution that prepares the hearts of the faithful to receive the Eucharist. Nnam’s arrangement keeps the harmony warm and accessible, making it a moving choice for choirs leading the congregation in prayer.