Agnus dei - Igbo (Nigeria)

“Agnus dei - Igbo (Nigeria)” is a reverent, locally composed setting of the Lamb of God by Duruaku Kizito C. (noted as Duruaku Kizzy). Written in solfa notation for a four-part choir, the piece carries a gentle, prayerful mood—explicitly marked "Prayfully" on the score—that fits the fraction rite of the Mass naturally.

The melody flows with a traditional Igbo liturgical feel, guiding the choir in asking for God's mercy ("Meere anyi ebere") before concluding with a solemn plea for peace ("Nye anyi udo"). The composer includes a specific roadmap for the third invocation, directing the singers to jump to the final bars for the concluding prayer. It is a fitting choice for Nigerian Catholic choirs looking for a devout, original Agnus Dei to prepare the congregation for Communion.