Omala Eyi Ojo

"Omala Eyi Ojo" is a reverent and deeply moving setting of the Agnus Dei, sung in the Igala language. Composed by Chike Umeh, this piece is designed for the fraction rite of the Mass, accompanying the breaking of the bread before Communion. The gentle, moderate tempo allows the choir to lead the congregation in a calm and prayerful reflection on Christ's sacrifice.

The lyrics follow the traditional structure of the Lamb of God. The choir first sings the plea for mercy, "Cheju mo mi wa," before moving into the final petition for peace, "Debebo nwu wa." Singing this ancient prayer in Igala brings a profound sense of local devotion to the liturgy, grounding the universal words of the Mass in the cultural voice of the people. It is a fitting choice for choirs looking to enrich their repertoire with an indigenous language setting of the Mass parts.